Wilson, Samantha Jayne

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY385938 Inspection date 18/01/2010 Inspector Christine Snowdon

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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 2008. She lives with her husband and three children aged five eight, and 10 months in Kippax, Leeds. Her home is within walking distance of the shops, play parks and other local amenities. The whole ground floor of the childminder’s house is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder takes and collects children from the local school. The family have a pet cat.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for four children under eight years and currently cares for one child in the early years group who attends on a part-time basis.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder 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

Children are cared for in a secure, welcoming and homely environment that successfully fosters their sense of belonging and independence. The premises are very clean and well-maintained and most routines which promote children's health and safety are in place and practised. There is a range of policies and procedures in place, however, some do not contain the detail required to ensure their overall effectiveness. The good working partnerships with parents and other early years providers, contributes well to the childminder's sound knowledge of each child's individual needs, capabilities and interests. Appropriate systems are in place which record children's progress towards the early learning goals. The childminder has made good progress since registration and uses the Ofsted online format to monitor and evaluate her own practice.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the record of risk assessment to ensure all areas children come into contact with are covered in order to identify and minimise risks, clearly stating when it was carried out and by whom, date of review and any action taken following a review or incident. (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register) 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  promote further children's awareness of safety with regards to the fire evacuation plan  improve children's personal hygiene practice with regards to hand washing arrangements.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good range of written policies and procedures in place, promoting her positive attitude to children's care, safety and welfare. She has a sound understanding of safeguarding children and all adults in the household are vetted and suitable. Safeguarding information, along with contact details for the relevant agencies are all kept on file for future reference. Appropriate steps are taken to provide a safe and secure environment for children. For example, several safety gates are in place and outer doors are kept secure to ensure children can play safely while on site. In addition, the inspector's identification is checked before being allowed entry. The childminder has some written risk assessments in place. However, these are very basic and do not show in sufficient detail the steps taken to identify and minimise the risks to children. This also applies to her outings policies as these are not individual to the trips and outings undertaken. As a result,

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the early years provision

this regulation is not fully met. The childminder has a fire evacuation plan in place and a copy of this is retained within her information file. However, this has not been practised with the children in order to establish it's effectiveness and promote their understanding of keeping themselves safe. The childminder is newly registered and has taken effective steps to improve the safety aspects of her setting since the registration visit. For example, there is now a fixed nursery fireguard in place. In addition, she has spent time completing her self-evaluation assessment which will assist in her future development and in promoting the outcomes for children.

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the early years provision

The childminder warmly welcomes all children into her friendly and relaxed setting. She broadens children's understanding of diversity and the wider world through various resources, trips and outings. There are good routines in place to ensure children's individual care and development needs are fully discussed and addressed. The childminder works closely with the parents and other early years settings where the children attend. As a result, continuity of care and learning is successfully promoted. Daily discussions take place between the childminder and parents regarding their child's day and activities undertaken. The children's profile folders are shared with parents and they are encouraged to contribute to these. Parents are issued with copies of her policies and procedures when starting the setting. They are asked to read and sign them and copies are kept for their future reference. The childminder's notice board displays her registration certificate,

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the early years provision

insurance details, Ofsted contact numbers, and her policies and procedures. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

The childminder is developing a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She plans and provides a range of fun activities and resources that reflect the individual needs and interests of the children she cares for. Her time is used effectively, playing, interacting and sustaining children's learning. Children's individual profile records are regularly updated and shared with parents; the detailed written observations and photographs clearly demonstrate the good progress their children are making. The childminder identifies and records their next steps in development and supports this well in practice. For example, their early walking and coordination skills are effectively promoted as they push along the ride on toys and learn to climb on and off.

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and outcomes for children

Children settle quickly into the childminders warm and homely environment. They are developing a close and trusting relationship with the childminder and respond warmly to her. For example, they snuggle up in her arms and enjoy a cuddle. Their daily routine is very flexible and because they are tired, they happily settle down to sleep after an early lunch. The childminder's home is very clean and well maintained and there are some good standards of hygiene in place. However, children's awareness of personal hygiene is not sufficiently promoted because their hands are not always cleaned before meals. Children benefit from the daily opportunities to enjoy fresh air and regular exercise. They travel safely in the pushchair on the journeys to take and collect the children from school, as well as on the outings to local parks and places of interest. The weekly visits to the toddler group provide good opportunities for children to socialise and meet up with their

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and outcomes for children

other carers and children from the local area.

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and outcomes for children

Children have good opportunities to develop their natural curiosity and individual interests. They are confident in their surroundings and investigate all areas of the lounge, going behind chairs and playing peek-a-boo with the childminder. They independently reach in and self-select the resources from the large see-through boxes. They take pleasure in making and listening to a variety of sounds. For example, they show delight at the sounds they make when banging on the musical drum. The childminder extends their interest by encouraging them to crawl along the musical mat and experience the various sounds and rhythms. Children pick up the pieces of building blocks and the childminder says 'that’s a blue one'. They hold them out for her and when she takes them she says 'thank you', and shows them how to make a noise by tapping them together. They watch with interest, smiling happily and squealing with delight when they reproduce the same sound

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and outcomes for children

with the bricks. They enjoy the praise and encouragement from the childminder as she says 'well done', and tells them how clever they are. Children are starting to show an early interest in books and listen for a short period while the childminder reads a story and shows them the various pictures in the book. The childminder is promoting awareness to written text and numbers through displaying the large alphabet book and labelled resources around her setting. 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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Suitability and Safety of Premises and Equipment) 01/02/2010

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Suitability and Safety of Premises and Equipment) 01/02/2010

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