Childminder in Milton Keynes

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY267740 Inspection date 22/03/2010 Inspector Susan Marriott

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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

There were no children on roll when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children on roll, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states if the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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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 registered in 2003. She is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She lives with her husband and their four children aged seven months, two years and twins of eight years and a niece of 14 years, in, Bradwell Common, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire. Shops, toddler groups, a park, library and other amenities lie within walking distance. The childminder can take children to and collect them from local schools and pre-schools.

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Description of the childminding

The whole of the ground floor and one room on the first floor of the three storey house is used for childminding. A fully enclosed rear garden is available for outside play. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association. Her registration permits her to care for two children in the early years age range, at any one time. She currently has no children in the Early Years age range on roll.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has attended a training course about the Early Years Foundation Stage and has acquired an adequate understanding of the learning and development requirements. Through discussion, the childminder demonstrated an understanding of how to provide play experiences and activities that will help children to make progress towards the early learning goals. She has a suitable range of resources to meet the needs of the age range of children she is registered for. The childminder demonstrated during discussion that children's individual needs are likely to be met. Records show she obtains information about children's individual needs including their usual routines for meals and sleep, their likes and dislikes, religious and cultural needs. She also obtains information about any additional needs children may have and demonstrated that she would use this information to provide appropriate care and activities to help children build on skills

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has a satisfactory understanding of how to safeguard children and has devised a suitable written procedure which is made available to parents. She recognises the signs and symptoms of child abuse and is clear about her responsibilities in protecting them from harm or neglect. She has relevant documentation to support her to carry out procedures correctly which includes local telephone numbers. Procedures and required documents are in place to promote children's good health. The childminder has completed required risk assessments to ensure the safety of children and has booked a place on a training course to improve her skills further. She obtains insurance to cover her for public liability.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates awareness of how to provide an inclusive service and work closely with parents and other carers in partnership. Written records, policies and procedures required for the safe and efficient management of the setting are maintained. Parents and carers sign to acknowledge receipt and acceptance of these. The childminder demonstrated a satisfactory capacity to maintain continuous improvement. Although she has not yet put systems in place This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 to evaluate her provision, she has met actions from the previous inspection by completing first aid training and obtaining information about the Early Years Foundation Stage. She has booked a place on a course for risk assessment. Through discussion, she demonstrated some awareness of her strengths and areas to be developed. The childminder continues to meet the requirements of

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Compliance with registration requirements

The registered person continues 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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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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