Childminder in Birmingham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY391516 Inspection date 11/02/2010 Inspector Myra Lewis

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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 0300 123 1231, 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: 0300 123 1231 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

Children only attend this setting before and/or after the school day and/or during the school holidays. The judgements in this report reflect the quality of early years provision offered to children during those periods.

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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 and lives with her husband and two children aged two and four years. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's home is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The premises are accessible via a step into the house.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register. A maximum of four children under eight years may attend at any one time, of these, two may be within the Early Years Foundation Stage age range. There are currently two children on roll. The provision is also registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder walks to and from local schools to take and collect children.

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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 safe and secure environment where children can play happily. They have easy access to a suitable range of toys and resources, and the flexible daily routines accommodate their individual needs well. The childminder demonstrates a positive approach to inclusion and ensures any specific requirements are met sensitively. The childminder has a relevant understanding of how children learn, whilst she is developing her knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage to further support children's ongoing progress. All required documentation to promote the welfare, care and learning of children is in place and stored appropriately. The childminder demonstrates a strong commitment to maintain continuous improvement through ongoing training and reflects on her service through self-assessment of her practice.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve the balance of adult- and child-led activities and ensure that children's starting points in their learning are clearly identified, and the information gained used to inform future planning and strengthen parents' role within that framework  review the systems in place with regard to hand washing in order to minimise the risks of cross-infection.

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the early years provision

The childminder understands her roles and responsibilities with regard to protecting children in her care and knows who to contact if she should be This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 concerned. She ensures all household members are suitably vetted in order to further safeguard children. The childminder provides a warm and welcoming environment where children are able to move freely and choose activities independently. Toys and resources are safe and suitable for their purpose and easily accessible to children. The childminder has taken appropriate action to make her home safe and secure through risk assessment of all areas. The children benefit from regular activities outside the home, as the childminder takes them to local toddler groups where they can socialise with other children and adults.

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the early years provision

The childminder has attended all the required training since registration and is aware of the daily records she needs to maintain to support the safe and efficient management of her service. She holds a first aid qualification and takes prompt action if children are ill. The childminder demonstrates a satisfactory understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage, however, children's starting points of their learning are not clearly identified in discussion with parents, and the balance of adult- and child-led activities are in the early stages of development.

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the early years provision

Partnership with parents is open and friendly. Children are treated equally and in accordance with their parents' wishes, with any specific requirements met sensitively. The childminder has some written policies and procedures that outline her childminding service which are shared with parents at their initial meeting. The childminder is aware of the importance of working in partnership with other providers of the Early Years Foundation Stage and has formed links with local sure start groups and other childminders in the area. The childminder demonstrates a strong commitment to developing her knowledge and skills through further training and self-assessment of her practice.

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and outcomes for children

Children are cared for in a homely and caring environment where they develop close and trusting relationships with the childminder. Children's play is appropriately supported because the childminder spends her time fully engaged with them as they play. Young children's personal care needs are fully considered, allowing sufficient time for them to rest, sleep, eat and play. There is a suitable range of age-appropriate toys and resources for children of mixed ages. The childminder carefully monitors and supervises children's choice of toys to ensure they are suitable for their age and stage of development.

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and outcomes for children

All aspects of children's individual dietary needs are discussed with their parents so that the childminder is made fully aware of children's individual likes, dislikes and preferences. Children have easy access to drinks throughout the day. They learn the importance of being healthy and active through discussion with the childminder and have regular opportunities to play outdoors. The childminder promotes appropriate hygiene practices through the established daily routines, however, children share the same towel to dry their hands, which may increase the risks of cross-infection.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder's planning is based on children's likes and interests. She is This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 beginning to link activities to the early learning goals to support children's ongoing development and allows them opportunities to develop at their own pace. Children are treated with equal concern and receive lots of praise and encouragement to build their self-esteem and confidence effectively. The childminder encourages children's language development through everyday conversations. Children's learning is further enhanced as they benefit from regular visits to the local children's centre. For example, younger children enjoy the different images they can explore using the sensory room. The childminder monitors children's activities to reflect their learning, and has begun to build appropriate systems to assess their progress. The childminder actively encourages children to learn the importance of

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and outcomes for children

sharing, turn taking and playing together and to understand right and wrong. The childminder shares relevant information with parents about their children's daily activities to ensure they are kept fully informed about their progress. 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 2 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 2 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 2 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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