Vine, Jaymi Ann

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number EY304245 Inspection date 07 November 2005 Inspector Alison Jane Kaplonek

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Type of inspection Childcare Type of care Childminding

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This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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ABOUT THIS INSPECTION

The purpose of this inspection is to assure government, parents and the public of the quality of childcare and, if applicable, of nursery education. The inspection was carried out under Part XA Children Act 1989 as introduced by the Care Standards Act 2000 and, where nursery education is provided, under Schedule 26 of the School Standards and Framework Act 1998. This report details the main strengths and any areas for improvement identified during the inspection. The judgements included in the report are made in relation to the outcomes for children set out in the Children Act 2004; the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding; and, where nursery education is provided, the Curriculum guidance for the foundation stage. The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration or 1 April 2004 whichever is the later.

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough For more information about early years inspections, please see the booklet Are you ready for your inspection? which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are good. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder has been registered since 2005. She lives in a house in the Regents Park area of Southampton, with her husband and her sister. The ground floor is used for childminding with toilet facilities on this level. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. She sometimes work with her mother who is also a registered childminder. The childminder will collect children from local pre-schools and schools. The family have two cats. The childminder is a member of the Southampton Childminding Association.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is good. Children are cared for in a warm, clean family environment where older children are encouraged to take care of their personal needs themselves, for example when using the downstairs toilet and cleaning their hands. Younger children are well protected from the risk of cross infection by the childminders use of hygienic nappy changing procedures and clear sickness policy. Children are given a good choice of nutritious snacks, such as fruit, breadsticks and rice cakes. Main meals are provided for all children in accordance with parents wishes. Younger children have regular access to drinking water in their own cups and older children request drinks as they are required. Children have access to a safe garden where they can practise their physical skills on a good range of equipment. They are regularly taken out to toddler groups and parks where they have opportunities to use larger equipment and further develop

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. Children are cared for in a safe environment where equipment and resources are in a good condition and are easily accessible. They can safely access the downstairs area of the house and the fully enclosed garden. Children have easy access to a selection of good quality toys which are stimulating and provide a range of activities. Resources are continually changed depending on the age and stage of development of the children attending, ensuring that children have choices. The childminder has a good awareness of all safety issues and supervises the children closely, especially on the small steps in the playroom. Good use of safety equipment ensures that the premises are safe and secure. The childminder has a clear understanding of child protection issues and is confident to identify and deal with any concerns, although local child protection team telephone numbers are not easily available.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. Children have access to a good range of resources which provide them with stimulating and enjoyable activities. Babies and younger children are able to help themselves from the wide selection of toys available in storage boxes on the floor, while older children help themselves to resources in cupboards or request favourite activities.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 The childminder is very aware of the differing needs of the children in her care, and activities are adapted according to their ages. Babies have many opportunities to practise crawling and rolling over and are encouraged in this by the childminder. Toddlers chat as they play, interacting with their peers and adults. They concentrate well, for example when posting cars and trains through a long tube and watching them roll out. Older children are provided with a good choice of craft and painting activities and all children are taken out on trips to local places of interest such as the zoo, during the school holidays.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. Children are all involved in the life and routines of the provision and settle well. They are provided with a good range of resources and activities which help them understand their own needs and those of others. They visit local child minder and toddler groups where they regularly meet and interact with other children and adults. Children are all treated with respect and their individual needs met. They are often praised and are gaining in confidence and self-esteem. The childminder values all the children in her care and allows them to make choices and decisions. She understands the need to share information with parents and to talk through any issues which may arise. She has good relationships with parents, enabling children to feel secure whilst in her care. There is a written complaints procedure which is shared with parents, although it does not adhere to the national

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Helping children make a positive contribution

standards and does not include a record of complaints.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. Children are settled and happy in the family environment provided, where space is organised to meet the needs of all children. They are well protected and cared for. They are never left alone with unvetted adults and in the case of an emergency, arrangements are in place for children to be cared for by another registered childminder. Parents are made aware of this. The childminder keeps good essential records, such as a record of accidents, a register and details of any religious or dietary needs, although some other paperwork needs updating. This provides children with good continuity of care, ensures that they feel settled and secure and that their individual needs are well met. Overall, the provision meets the needs of the children who attend.

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Improvements since the last inspection

Not applicable as this is the first inspection.

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Improvements since the last inspection

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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Complaints since the last inspection

There have been no complaints made to Ofsted since the last inspection. The provider is required to keep a record of complaints made by parents, which they can see in request. The complaints record may contain complaints other than those made to Ofsted.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are good. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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The quality and standards of the care

To improve the quality and standards of care further the registered person should take account of the following recommendation(s): • Ensure that local child protection team telephone numbers are easily available and that any complaints procedure is accurate.

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The quality and standards of the care

procedures set out in the leaflet Building better childcare: Compliments and concerns about inspectors' judgements which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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The quality and standards of the care

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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