Childminder in Gateshead

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 500938 Inspection date 24/05/2010 Inspector Vivienne Dempsey

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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 has been registered since 2001. She lives in Gateshead with her husband and her son aged nine years. All of the downstairs of the childminder’s home is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed rear garden available for outdoor play. She lives close to a number of local amenities, including shops, parks and schools.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years. She offers a full time service, including after school care and school holidays. She is currently caring for one child who is in the early years age range.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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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 happy and settled in the childminders care. The childminder works closely with parents to ensure all children's needs are met. She is beginning to observe children's learning and development, and children are making suitable progress towards the early learning goals. The childminder is keen to attend a variety of training to develop her knowledge and skills, however, systems to ensure continuous improvement are limited. This does not fully promote outcomes for all children.

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further?

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

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further?

 implement an effective safeguarding children policy and procedure (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 30/07/2010

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further?

 before embarking on each specific outing carry out a full risk assessment (Suitable premises, environment and equipment). 30/07/2010

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further?

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

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further?

 develop systems for recording children's progress, including matching observations to the areas of learning and identifying learning priorities  record details of evacuation drills and of any problems encountered and how they were resolved  develop procedures to promote reflective practice and self-evaluation and identify priorities for development to improve outcomes for children. 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 has attended relevant training, and has a sound understanding of safeguarding issues and knows who to contact with any concerns. Most policies and procedures are in place and shared with parents, which helps to protect children's welfare. However, a safeguarding children policy and procedure is not in place. This is a breach of a specific legal requirement and does not fully promote outcomes for children. Risk assessments of the indoor and outdoor spaces are conducted, which enables the children to move around safely. Written parental permission for children to take part in outings is in place. However, a full risk assessment for each type of outing has not been carried out, which does not fully protect children's safety. The childminder has completed a relevant first aid course, and permission to seek emergency medical advice or treatment is gained from parents at registration. This enables the childminder to respond quickly to

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the early years provision

accidents, which protects children's well-being. Records for the safe and efficient management of the setting are mostly in place; for example, records of accidents and administration of medication are maintained and entries are acknowledged by parents. However, a record of evacuation drills, and of any problems encountered and how they were resolved, is not in place. This does not fully protect children's safety.

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the early years provision

The childminder has positively addressed the recommendation raised at the previous inspection and attends regular training. She has identified that she wishes to improve her understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. However, no systems are in place for self- evaluation and no clear dates or development plans have been established to drive improvement. This does not fully support a culture of continuous improvement and development. Resources are adequate to support children's learning and development and children can access these independently, giving them choices about what they do. The childminder does not currently care for any children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. However, she demonstrates a suitable understanding of the importance of working with parents to meet children's individual needs. A sufficient range of resources and activities are available to

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the early years provision

promote children's understanding of differences; for example, children enjoy celebrating Chinese New Year.

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the early years provision

The childminder has developed positive relationships with parents. There is a regular exchange of information, providing parents with sufficient information on their child's well-being and care. The childminder cares for children who attend other settings and suitable links with other providers have been developed, to help promote the learning and well-being of all children. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

The children are happy and settled in the childminder's home. The childminder is friendly and responds appropriately to their individual needs. She has some understanding of the learning and development requirements, and she is in the very early stages of using a notebook to write notes about children's learning and does keep photographic evidence of the activities the children have been involved in. However, as yet, these have not been linked to the areas of learning and are not being used to identify children's next steps in learning.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder provides a range of craft activities, which helps to develop children's creative skills. They enjoy using paint and glue to make a variety of pictures. Children have access to a suitable range of books and mark-making resources, which helps to promote their skills for the future. They enjoy using the toy kitchen, using real kitchen utensils in their role play. The children take part in a suitable range of activities to help them develop their problem solving skills; for example, they enjoy completing jigsaws. The childminder provides a lot of praise and encouragement, which promote children's confidence and self-esteem.

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and outcomes for children

The children learn about healthy lifestyles and benefit from the opportunity to play in the fresh air daily. They go on regular walks and play in the garden. Children are beginning to learn about personal hygiene; for example, children wash hands as part of their daily routines. The childminder has a suitable understanding of the importance of providing a healthy diet and provides snacks of fresh fruit. Regular drinks are easily available for all children, to keep them hydrated. The children are learning how to keep themselves safe; for example, they learn about road safety and practise regular fire drills. The children have positive relationships with the childminder and are clearly settled in her care. 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

 implement a written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse or neglect (Arrangements for Safeguarding Children) (also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register). 30/07/2010

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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 above (Arrangements for Safeguarding Children) 30/07/2010

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