Childminder in Bracknell Forest

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY395458 Inspection date 19/03/2010 Inspector Claudia Padfield

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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 registered in 2009. She is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She lives with her child aged two years in Binfield, Berkshire. The childminder makes use of local facilities such as parks and toddler groups. The childminder can take children to and collect them from local schools.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder uses the whole of the ground floor of the house for childminding. A fully enclosed rear garden is available for outside play. Her registration permits her to care for five children under eight years and of these only two may be in the early years age range, at any one time. She currently has two children in the early years age range on roll.

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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 children are cared for in a stimulating, caring and inclusive environment where they feel very much at home and the childminder values each very much as an individual. Effective relationships with parents ensure that they receive very good information about the provision. Their children's needs are fully met through the meticulous attention the childminder pays to parental wishes. The childminder has a good knowledge of child development and plans children's future challenges from observations and known starting points

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop the observations and assessments to link more closely within each area of learning and ensure all areas are equally covered

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good understanding of child protection issues which is further supported by clear policies and procedures to underpin her good practice. Children are protected from harm through vigilant risk assessments of all areas used within the house and garden. Regular outings have also been assessed and this enables the children to feel safe in the childminder's care. She acts as a good role model and clearly explains why, hence children are learning how to protect themselves from harm.

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the early years provision

Children are truly valued as individuals and planning fully considers parental wishes regarding children's daily routines. Children have good opportunities to experience the diversity within the local community and this is further enhanced through well This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 planned activities such as tiger masks for Chinese New Year and celebrating mothers' day by making special photograph frames as gifts. Children enjoy being able to access a good range of resources, which are attractively displayed. The childminder is aware of the need to forge links with other providers and this is planned once the children are fully settled and new transitions are identified.

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the early years provision

The childminder actively engages parents within the setting, truly valuing the partnership and providing a range of high quality policies and procedures to share. Parents enjoy reading the daily diary knowing what children have achieved and regular observations assess their development, however they currently do not link closely with the early learning goals to ensure all areas are equally covered. The childminder has developed a good self evaluation and through reflection can identify areas of strength and areas where she wishes to develop her skills, this in turn leads to a good level of continuous improvement.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has developed an appropriate system for recording observations and making assessments of the children. They capture the enjoyment and pleasure they have during free play and focused activities. Children enjoy identifying the various fruits they have sampled and comparing this to the story of the hungry caterpillar. The personalised books with photos on the cover improve self esteem and they remember the butterflies painted earlier in the week that they can take home to show parents.

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and outcomes for children

Children are fully engaged in the range of activities and enjoy themselves because the childminder keenly observes them and pre-empts their individual needs. Tiredness is recognised and planned for within the routines of the day, listening to stories and relaxing with a cuddle. The pace of the play is skilfully changed to suit the levels of concentration. The childminder is always ready to move them onto new things if required. However where they are absorbed in independent or cooperative play with others, she will stand back, understanding that there is learning of equal value taking place and they are building their levels of concentration.

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and outcomes for children

Children are learning about being safe and staying healthy as part of the weekly plan. They have free access to the bathroom and are able to wash their hands following the pictorial poster as a reminder. Children enjoy home cooked meals and relish the fruit selection at snack time. Meals are a sociable occasion and children have free access to drinks knowing which beaker is theirs. This enables children to feel very at home and build good relationships with the childminder and her child. 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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