Childminder in Leeds

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY385086 Inspection date 01/02/2010 Inspector Angela Margaret Ellis

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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 was registered in November 2008 and lives with her partner, who is also registered as a childminder and their two children in East Ardsley, a suburb of Wakefield. The whole ground floor of the childminder’s house is used for childminding and the bathroom on the first floor. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight at any one time of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. When co-minding the numbers remain the same. There are currently two children on roll in this age group. The childminder also cares for children aged over five years to 16 years. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder has completed the required childminding training and is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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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 welcoming environment with a wide range of toys and activities available to all children to stimulate their interests. She has a clear knowledge of each child’s individual needs. This ensures that she promotes the children’s welfare appropriately and enables them to make sound progress in all aspects of their learning and development. Positive relationships with parents have been developed and she understands the importance of working with others involved in the children’s learning and care. The childminder has made a sound start to reflecting on and evaluating her practice, in order to maintain continuous improvement, through completing the Ofsted self-evaluation form.

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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 the record that is maintained of risk assessments identifies aspects of the environment that need to be checked on a regular basis and record the date when they have been checked for example, the areas where the children sleep (Suitable premises, environment and equipment). 01/02/2010

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should: This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  improve how information shared with parents is used to promote continuity and support individual children's learning and progression  ensure that toys and activities that promote and value diversity are accessible to all children.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a sound knowledge and understanding of how to implement the procedures for child protection to ensure that the well-being of the children is maintained. She understands her responsibilities in protecting children from harm. All of the records required for safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare are maintained. This includes some comprehensive risk assessments; however, the risk assessment record does not cover some aspects of the environment, which need to be checked on a regular basis. For example, the areas, furniture and equipment that are used by children to sleep on. This means that the requirements are not fully met. Regular outings are undertaken and a risk assessment record is maintained of these. The childminder has devised a range of policies and procedures that inform parents about aspects of the service she provides. Confidentiality is maintained and documents are kept secure and

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the early years provision

The childminder has made an enthusiastic start to her childminding career and clearly enjoys caring for children. She demonstrates a sound commitment to continued professional development and has completed the required training, keeping up-to-date with current childcare practice through publications and links with other childminders, with whom she meets and discusses current practice and emerging issues. The childminder has begun reflecting on her practice by making a start on completing the Ofsted self-evaluation and has identified some areas where she is doing well and areas for improvement. She demonstrates some ambition, vision and drive to maintain continuous improvement and aims to incorporate more planting and growing activities and plans to attend some relevant training courses. The childminder deploys resources appropriately, for example, a good range of toys and activities are available for children to select themselves. Some steps are

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the early years provision

in place to ensure resources and the environment is sustainable. For example, the childminder undertakes local walks on foot and children are learning to recycle household waste.

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the early years provision

The childminder meets the individual needs of children irrespective of background or ability. She does this by developing positive relationships with parents and children. She promotes equality and diversity by developing a sound knowledge of each child’s background and needs. The childminder provides some toys and activities that represent diversity to help children understand about the society they live in; however, these are limited for the younger children. Positive feedback from parents at the inspection indicates that the childminder provides a warm, loving and safe environment for the children and gives a comprehensive update at hand over time. Children clearly benefit from this partnership as they are settled. Parents are kept informed about their child's activities through daily verbal This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 discussions and a record of activity that includes observations, photographs and

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the early years provision

things the children have made. However, the exchanges of information with parents is not effectively used at present, to identify learning priorities. The childminder is aware of the importance of making links with other care providers that children may attend; although, none of the children use any other care services providers at present.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder promotes positive outcomes in relation to promoting children’s welfare. She does this by promoting children’s health, establishing effective procedures and routines to manage illness, infection and hygiene to minimise cross-infection. This results in children developing a sound understanding of health and personal care. In addition, the childminder provides healthy balanced snacks, the children are well nourished and they learn about making healthy choices. Parents provide food for their babies while going through the weaning stage and babies are nursed while being fed their formula milk.

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and outcomes for children

The children learn about the local community, the natural world around them and develop an awareness of the seasons. This is because they have regular opportunities to be active and go out and play, helping the children to develop a positive attitudes towards exercise and also supports them in leading a healthy lifestyle.

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and outcomes for children

Children have a balance between freedom and safe limits. The childminder understands that suitable types of activities and appropriate levels of support, give children the confidence to take risks and try out new skills. She knows their capabilities appropriately. They learn how to evacuate the home safely in an emergency and practise fire drills and a record is kept of these.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder successfully provides activities that capture children's interests, because of this, they behave well. Clear and realistic boundaries are established, which effectively promote children’s understanding of right and wrong. They learn to care about and respect each other, learning to share, take turns and using good manners. Trusting relationships are developed between the childminder and the children, which increases their sense of well-being and confidence and demonstrates that they feel safe.

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and outcomes for children

Sound organisation, enables the children to learn, develop and make sound progress towards the early learning goals. The childminder embraces the implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She does this by providing a child-centred environment. Many of the resources are arranged to be easily accessible to encourage children to make independent choices and follow their own interests.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder attains information from parents and observes the children to find out what they know, can do and enjoy, when they start. This forms the basis for an ongoing assessment. Observations are matched to the areas of learning and the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 next step of learning for individual children is identified within the assessment to inform plans.

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and outcomes for children

Young children were observed to be very inquisitive and interested in exploring and investigating the sensory toys and activities, such as, the water splash mat. They enjoy exploring the musical instruments and singing with the childminder. Babies are just finding their feet and were eager to pull themselves up and walk around with the aid of the childminder and the play walker. Toddlers were captivated by the role play equipment. The children are well supported by the childminder and she gives them lots of praise and encouragement throughout the inspection. Therefore, children are settled and confident. Everything that happens within the day is used as an opportunity to learn. Children are positively making progress in communicating, literacy and numeracy skills; therefore, they are appropriately equipped with the skills they need in order to secure future learning. 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 2 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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