Childminder in Derbyshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY395360 Inspection date 20/01/2010 Inspector Jean Otter

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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 2009. 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 two children aged four and one year old in the village of Willington, Derbyshire. All areas of the childminder's house are used for childminding except for the master bedroom and the back bedroom and 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 four children at any one time and is currently minding one child who is in the early years age range. The childminder attends the local parent and toddler group and takes the children on various outings.

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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

Arrangements are in place to ensure children attending the setting are included and safeguarded and their good health and wellbeing is mostly supported, however, some of the systems that underpin the welfare requirements are not yet sufficiently secure. Policies and procedures are shared verbally with parents prior to the placement and link satisfactorily to the welfare requirements. The provision for children's learning and development is satisfactory. The childminder has a good knowledge of children's developmental stages and uses the information to plan for their 'next steps', however, the observations and assessments carried out are not yet sufficient in number to regularly cover a wide range of early learning goals for each of the six areas of Learning and Development. The childminder is forming working relationships with parents and other professionals to ensure that children's needs are met and that information about their development and welfare is shared

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

appropriately. The childminder shows commitment to ongoing improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 gather regular observational evidence from a wide range of learning and teaching contexts and develop further the knowledge of the value of each activity with regard to the early learning goals for each of the six areas of Learning and Development  carry out regular evacuation drills and record details in a fire log book of any problems encountered and how they were resolved  complete a risk assessment for each individual outing prior to taking the children out  include the date of when checks on the premises and outdoor areas are carried out and provide a hazard analysis and any action taken to minimise/remove risks. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

The childminder is committed to developing her practice and shares practice issues with other childminders in the locality. It is important, however, that she begins to 'unpick' and evaluate her own practice. The environment is fully inclusive and is welcoming, safe and fun. The childminder is alert to the verbal and non-verbal communication of the children and responds appropriately to their needs. She discovers their interests by the use of good observational skills and through discussion with their parents and carers. A wide and stimulating range of resources are available and many are accessible so that all children can make choices in their play which helps them to develop their confidence and imagination. Visits to other places of interest in the local community support the children's all round development and knowledge and understanding of the wider world.

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the early years provision

Measures are in place to ensure children's safety and security, including risk assessment procedures. The procedures include checks of the premises when children are present, however, these are not dated and lack detail regarding hazard analysis and action taken to minimise or remove risks. The childminder has included car journey's in the risk assessment procedure but does not assess risk prior to taking them on other outings. The childminder is vigilant in her supervision of the children and this together with constant support helps children to feel safe. The childminder is fully aware of her responsibilities with regard to safeguarding and systems are in place to ensure children are protected from harm and neglect and documentation such as children's attendance is accurately recorded. Daily routines are well managed, taking into account children's home routines, interests and preferences. Fire prevention equipment is in place but routine emergency

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the early years provision

The childminder ensures new parents are aware of the setting's policies and procedures and how to express any concerns they may have about the childminding. She actively pursues the opinions of parents and shares information with them on a daily basis regarding their child's routines, wellbeing and learning activities. This is done both verbally and via a useful daily diary. The childminder is maintaining informal links with other settings and professionals, which supports consistent care for the children.

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and outcomes for children

Children are content and enjoy their time at the childminder's home. They happily participate in a mixture of adult and child led play, which allows them a good amount of free choice. The childminder satisfactorily engages in their play and supports their growing independence skills. Children are encouraged to express themselves and there are good opportunities for creative and imaginative play, for example, through music and movement and large construction. The childminder is developing her repertoire of activities and learning that by using her own This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 imagination, she can extend the experiences for the children.

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and outcomes for children

Observations and assessments are used to identify the stage of development each child has reached and which activities they enjoy. The childminder organises play that relates to these findings and children take part in activities which are stimulating and enjoyable. She is beginning to recognise and promote individualised learning and how to expand on play to stretch the children's thinking and problem solving skills. She has a basic understanding of the early learning goals and the six areas of learning and is working towards identifying these in the activities provided, however, the observations and assessments carried out are not yet sufficient in number to regularly cover a wide range of early learning goals for each of the six areas of Learning and Development. The recognition of the value of each activity in relation to the early learning goals for each of the six areas of Learning and Development is also not sufficiently developed. This reduces the

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and outcomes for children

opportunities to effectively extend children's knowledge and skills.

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and outcomes for children

Children behave well and are learning to share their toys and respect each other. The childminder uses good strategies to manage behaviour and rewards positive behaviour with praise, which supports their self-esteem. The boundaries set within the home are realistic and children understand what is expected of them. The premises are safe and secure and children can move around freely and without harm. The childminder is confident regarding the procedures to follow should she have any concerns in relation to child protection.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn about how to be healthy and hygienic during bathroom and mealtime routines, understanding the importance of having clean hands and preventing germs spreading. The childminder provides healthy snacks and parents may take a packed lunch for their child. Individual drinking beakers are accessible for the children at all times. Children are gaining an awareness of diversity through resources and particularly via books as there are several that relate positively to disability and different cultures. This helps children to become aware of the wider world and to value and respect themselves and others. 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 3 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 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 2 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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