Childminder in Surrey

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY306057 Inspection date 29/01/2010 Inspector Patricia Jane Daniels

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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

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 has been registered since 2006. She lives with her husband and two school aged children in Egham, Surrey. The whole of the childminder’s house is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years. She is currently caring for three young children who attend on a part time basis. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register.

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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 ensures that each child is included and supported according to their needs, so that they are settled and confident. Children make satisfactory progress in their learning and their welfare is promoted. Parents are kept informed of their development. The childminder is beginning to make use of self-evaluation to assess her practice and its impact on children.

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further?

To fully meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 ensure that appropriate fire detection and control equipment is in place and in working order, with particular reference to the fire blanket and smoke alarms on the ground floor (suitable premises, environment and equipment) 05/03/2010

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further?

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

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further?

 improve ongoing observational assessment to inform planning for each child's continuing development through play-based activities  improve understanding of safeguarding children issues and be able to implement the safeguarding children procedure appropriately  improve the system of self-evaluation to identify strengths and priorities for improvement that will improve the quality of provision for all children

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the early years provision

All checks on household members are in place to ensure their suitability. The childminder has a reasonable understanding of safeguarding issues but her knowledge is not completely secure in all aspects. The childminder makes minded This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 children feel safe in her care, so they are secure and confident.

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the early years provision

Resources are organised so that children can easily help themselves to toys and activities. The childminder takes time to present toys invitingly for children's selection before they arrive, to make the environment interesting and welcoming. Children develop independence as they play with the selection of toys and then choose others. There is a varied range of outdoor equipment for children's use, such as swings, a slide and a climbing frame. All children are able to play with all resources. Children are beginning to learn about diversity within society through themed activities, such as the celebration of Chinese New Year.

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the early years provision

The childminder develops good relationships with parents and they are very complementary about her provision. Parents receive general information through monthly newsletters. The childminder also provides a daily diary for parents containing an account of their children's day. Every four months parents receive a written report about their children, which outlines the progress they have made in their development. Written policies are in place to underpin the childminder's everyday practice. These are shared with parents so that they are informed of procedures.

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the early years provision

The childminder is developing self-evaluation as a tool for assessment. However, she does not always clearly identify her future plans for improving her practice.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder supports the children's learning by involving herself in their play and following their interests; for example, a child fetches a book then sits on the childminder's lap to look at it. The childminder sings nursery rhymes to the child and together they make gestures to accompany the songs. The childminder asks if they want to sing a song and the child nods in agreement. The childminder sings action songs and claps the rhythm, the child enjoys this and responds with actions and smiles. The childminder responds well to the child's gestures and body language, which supports the development of communication. Later the child plays with puzzles and a phone. The childminder joins in with play at all times, to make it interesting and enjoyable for the child.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder offers a variety of activities every day. However, she has not fully developed a system for planning activities to promote specific areas of development. She makes some observations of children but does not always use these to plan the next steps in children's learning.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder checks her home for safety and includes outings in her risk assessment. As a result, most hazards are identified and made safe. For example, stair gates are positioned at the foot of the stairs to prevent children's access. However, the childminder does not have any smoke alarms on the ground floor of her home and the fire blanket is not fitted in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. This could compromise fire safety. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The minded children are beginning to understand about keeping healthy through regular activities, such as hand washing before lunch. Children have daily opportunities to play in the fresh air and visit indoor soft play venues when the weather is poor. The childminder makes sure that children have plenty of sleep and rest according to their needs.

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and outcomes for children

Young children learn to socialise with others and share toys, which helps them to develop positive relationships. The childminder offers praise and encouragement to develop children's confidence. Sometimes the childminder uses sweets as a reward system, which might not always be of benefit to children. 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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