Childminder in Kirklees

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY339406 Inspection date 03/02/2010 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 2006. She lives with her husband and two children in Netherton, Huddersfield. Most of the ground floor is used for childminding and there is an enclosed back 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 two may be in the early years age range. There are currently three children on roll in this age group. The childminder also cares for children aged over five years to 10 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 holds an appropriate level 3 qualification in Early Years. 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 good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder provides a friendly, welcoming environment that provides a good range of stimulating activities that are available to all children, therefore promoting inclusive practice. She has a good knowledge of each child’s individual needs, which ensures that she promotes all children’s welfare and learning well. This enables all children to make good progress in all aspects of their learning and development. The childminder has successful relationships with the parents and understands the importance of working with others involved in children’s learning and care. The childminder shows a commitment to maintaining continuous improvement, through continued professional development and by making use of the Ofsted self-evaluation form to reflect on and evaluate her practice.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve how information is shared with other settings the children attend, delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage is used to promote continuity and coherence to support individual children's learning and progression  develop further the assessment records by identifying the learning priorities to inform future plans.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge and understanding of how to implement the procedures for child protection to ensure that the well-being of the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 children is maintained. She understands her responsibilities in protecting children from harm. The childminder has up-to-date information on the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures, which enables her to take the necessary steps to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. All of the records required for safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare are maintained. This includes a comprehensive risk assessment that identifies aspects of the environment that need to be checked on a regular basis. A record is maintained of when these have been checked. This includes risk assessments for each type of outing. The childminder has devised a comprehensive range of policies and procedures that

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the early years provision

inform parents well, about the service she provides. They sign to say that they have read them, so that both parties are clear about their responsibilities and can work in partnership with each other to benefit the children. Confidentiality is maintained and documents are kept secure and are well organised.

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the early years provision

The childminder is very experienced and has worked with children for over 20 years, since qualifying as a nursery nurse. She demonstrates a commitment to continued professional development. This is because she keeps up-to-date with current childcare practice through training, reading relevant publications, links with local authority advisers and other childminders with whom she meets and discusses current practice and emerging issues. The childminder demonstrates effective ambition, vision and drive to develop the service further. She has identified that she would like to improve the storage and presentation of the toys and activities, in order to make more of them available for children to access independently and is also seeking to undertake further safeguarding training, as well as, devising a questionnaire for parents. She effectively reflects on her practice, to identify strengths and areas for development and is using the online

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the early years provision

Ofsted self-evaluation form to record this. Her commitment to maintaining continuous improvement within her service is further demonstrated, as the recommendations made at the last inspection to up-date the safeguarding and complaints policies have been successfully implemented. The deployment of resources is good and the childminder is taking many good steps to ensure resources and the environment is sustainable. For example, the childminder makes use of the local charity shop to give unwanted items and to buy equipment for the children and they walk to the local farm shop to buy locally produced food.

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the early years provision

Successful relationships have been developed with parents and children, which contributes to inclusion, meeting children’s needs consistently and providing continuity of care. Many parents and children have expressed their satisfaction with the service by sending Thank You cards. Parents are kept informed about their child's activities in several ways and are encouraged to look at their child’s observation and achievement books and contribute to them. Sharing this information with parents allows the childminder to meet the child’s ever-changing needs and keeps both parties informed. It is clear that all areas of learning are being covered and that children are making good progress as the childminder plans relevant and motivating learning experiences for each child, however, the assessment records do not identify learning priorities.

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the early years provision

The childminder understands the importance of working with other professionals, agencies and parents. She has developed positive relationships with practitioners within the local nursery and schools. However, the childminder is not effectively This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 demonstrating how she uses the information from others delivering the EYFS to promote continuity and support individual children's learning and progression. The childminder actively promotes equality and diversity and has a good knowledge of each child’s background and needs. She ensures that her own knowledge regarding different cultures is up-to-date and makes the most of resources that represent diversity to help children understand about the society they live in.

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and outcomes for children

A good understanding of the learning, development and welfare requirements is demonstrated by the childminder, which contributes to her effectively promoting children’s welfare and learning. Good relationships have been established and children make good progress in their learning, in relation to their capabilities and starting points. A very child-centred environment is provided, in which there is a good range of toys, activities and relevant educational posters and examples of children’s artwork displayed. The childminder also makes good use of resources within the local community to extend children’s experiences. For example, children regularly visit the local toddler group, which provides a further range of experiences. The childminder gleans information from parents at the start of the child’s time at the setting and she observes the children to find out what they know, can do and enjoy, when they start. The assessment profiles are well

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and outcomes for children

presented and provide parents with an informative record of their child’s progress, which includes lots of photographs and things that they have made.

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and outcomes for children

Very warm and trusting relationships have been developed between the childminder and the children, they have no inhibitions in giving the childminder a hug, which increases children's sense of well-being and confidence and demonstrates that they feel safe. Children are given time and space to enjoy and achieve, by being able to play independently. They are supported by the childminder at appropriate times, demonstrating that she understands when and when not to intervene. Babies were observed to be inquisitive and were clearly confident in demonstrating their new independent walking skills. Pre-school children, engaged in many activities, which included imaginative role play with dressing up outfits. Girls enthusiastically dressed up in the builder’s outfits and proceeded to use the tools to fix things around the playroom, ensuring that they used the right type of screw driver to fit the screws. Demonstrating their problem

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and outcomes for children

solving skills. The childminder asks open-ended questions, which stimulate the children’s thinking and extend their learning. Praise and encouragement were given to the children throughout the inspection.

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and outcomes for children

The children learn how to keep themselves safe. For example, on their walk from nursery they are learning how to cross the roads safely, safety is reinforced at all times. They also learn how to evacuate the home in an emergency and practise fire drills, a record is kept of these. The children learn to develop an understanding of adopting good personal hygiene practices. For example, children are encouraged to take off their outdoor shoes indoors and wash their hands before eating. Children learn about the benefits of healthy eating as the childminder offers a balance of nutritious meals, that includes plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The children enjoyed a sandwich of their choice, made with wholemeal bread and fruit and yoghurt for dessert. The children enjoy being active and taking part in a varied range of physical activities, which supports children’s physical development.

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and outcomes for children

They express delight as they run and skip within safe areas. Children learn to care and respect each other, by learning to share, take turns and use good manners. The childminder successfully provides activities that capture children's interests, therefore, they behave well. Children's progress in communicating, literacy, numeracy and skills is developing well so that they are well equipped with the skills they need in order to secure future learning. For example, the children, independently access the laptop to interact with their favourite computer games. 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 2 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 2 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 2

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 The extent to which children feel safe 2 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 2 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 2 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 2

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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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