Childminder in Sheffield

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY396121 Inspection date 22/12/2009 Inspector Yvonne Victoria Facey

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Type of setting Childminder to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It rates council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection. If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 08456 404040, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk . You may copy all or parts of this document for non-commercial educational purposes, as long as you give details of the source and date of publication and do not alter the information in any way.

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Royal Exchange Buildings St Ann's Square Manchester M2 7LA

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T: 08456 404040 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Introduction

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under Sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of the registered early years provision. ‘Early years provision’ refers to provision regulated by Ofsted for children from birth to 31 August following their fifth birthday (the early years age group). The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and welfare, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Introduction

The provider must provide a copy of this report to all parents with children at the setting where reasonably practicable. The provider must provide a copy of the report to any other person who asks for one, but may charge a fee for this service (The Childcare (Inspection) Regulations 2008 regulations 9 and 10).

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Introduction

The setting also makes provision for children older than the early years age group which is registered on the voluntary and/or compulsory part(s) of the Childcare Register. This report does not include an evaluation of that provision, but a comment about compliance with the requirements of the Childcare Register is included in Annex B.

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Introduction

Please see our website for more information about each childcare provider. We publish inspection reports, conditions of registration and details of complaints we receive where we or the provider take action to meet the requirements of registration. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Description of the childminding

The childminder was registered in 2009. She lives with her husband and their adult daughter and young son aged 16 months in Sheffield, close to shops, parks, schools and public transport links. The registered premises is a semi-detached property, the children have access to the whole of the ground floor, with a toilet and designated bedroom available on the first floor. There is a secure outdoor area to the rear of the house.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. When working with another childminder, they can care for a maximum of eight children under eight. She is currently minding three children in this age group. She also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder collects children from the local school and attends several toddler groups on a regular basis. She is a member of the National Childminding Association. There were no children present at the time of the inspection.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder provides a warm, welcoming and child-friendly environment, where children's individual needs are met satisfactorily. She is developing her understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) learning and development requirements. The childminder has started to use self-evaluation to monitor her provision. Partnerships with parents ensure a consistent approach to children's care. The childminder understands the importance of developing partnerships with other professionals involved in the care and welfare of children being cared for.

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 continue to develop the use of outdoor play to further enhance children's learning  further develop the self-evaluation systems for an ongoing review of practice to identify strengths and areas for improvements.  ensure children’s starting points are used to further their development This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

Children are cared for in a welcoming and secure environment. They are safeguarded as the childminder has a sound understanding of child protection procedures. She is aware of the possible signs of abuse and has a clear understanding of what to do in the event of a concern. There is a safeguarding policy in place, which is shared with parents. The childminder is well organised and all the required documentation is in place. Written records relating to accidents and medication are kept and shared with parents. The childminder uses daily checks in order to monitor and ensure children are cared for in a safe environment. Risk assessments are in place and include outings and visits.

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the early years provision

The childminder is aware of the importance of liaising with other agencies and providers to ensure progression and continuity of learning and care for each child. She shares children's achievements with parents, these are appropriately used to help plan for children's activities. However, details regarding children's starting points and capabilities in their learning is not systematically gathered to ensure children's learning is consistent. Information regarding children's welfare is shared with parents through sharing policies and procedures, which are shared at the beginning of the placement. For example, the complaints procure is shared and all individual details regarding the children are recorded. Planning for improvement and the process of the childminder's self-evaluation is adequate. However, the childminder has not yet comprehensively identified her strengths and priorities for development. The childminder has a sound understanding of inclusive practice and

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and outcomes for children

The childminder makes sound observations of the children's learning, which are used to inform planning of activities, based on the six areas of learning. For instance written observations show what children can do and what they are learning next. There are suitable toys, books and equipment available, to ensure children are provided with a balanced range of activities. The childminder shows a positive attitude towards diversity and difference and ensures that the individual needs of children are suitably supported. She gathers information about their interests and uses this to help plan activities for them. The childminder understands the importance of outdoor play to enhance children's learning, although, she acknowledges that this is an area to extend when planning activities for children.

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and outcomes for children

Through discussion the childminder demonstrates a suitable understanding of dealing with issues regarding behaviour. For example, she discussed suitable strategies for dealing with children of different ages and abilities and using positive praise for good behaviour. There is an adequate understanding of the difference between in boys and girls learning. However, this is not yet fully considered when planning activities for children. The childminder has a sound understanding of This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 safeguarding, helping them to learn about keeping themselves safe. They participate in the fire evacuation procedure and learn about road safety. The childminder limits the amount of visitors to her home when caring for children. There are general discussions with children to enable them to learn about good hygiene routines and healthy lifestyles. The childminder provides opportunities for

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and outcomes for children

children to develop skills for the future by providing programmable toys to promote their information, communication and technology skills and books and various writing materials for their literacy. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

The key inspection judgements and what they mean

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

Grade 1 is Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Grade 2 is Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Grade 3 is Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Grade 4 is Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough

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children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement

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and managed?

The effectiveness of leadership and management in embedding ambition and driving improvement The effectiveness with which the setting deploys resources 3 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 3 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 3 The effectiveness of the setting’s engagement with parents and carers

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Stage

The quality of the provision in the Early Years Foundation Stage 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 3

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Stage

procedures set out in the guidance available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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