Childminder in West Sussex

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY335385 Inspection date 02/06/2010 Inspector Christine Clint

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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 2006 and lives in Liphook, Hampshire. The home is shared with the childminder's husband and one school age child and the family have a pet cat. Children play on the ground floor only and use all areas, they also have a dedicated playroom. Toilet facilities are available on the ground floor. There is a large garden for outdoor activities.

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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, to care for a maximum of five children. The childminder provides care in the school holidays and before and after school care. She is currently caring for one child who attends in the school holidays only and is no longer in the early years age group.

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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

The childminder provides a safe and comfortable environment for children. Strong relationships are established between families and children's growing confidence and individuality is encouraged. There is continual interaction and children are learning through daily routines and dialogue. The childminder has documentation to support the requirements, although not all permission from parents is in place. She shows some awareness of continuous improvement and an understanding of children's development in the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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further?

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

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further?

 obtain written parental permission for seeking emergency medical advice or treatment (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 25/06/2010

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further?

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

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further?

 undertake sensitive observational assessments in order to plan to meet young children's individual needs

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the early years provision

The childminder has a clear understanding of safeguarding children. She has previously attended training in child protection and is aware of referring any concerns about children in her care. She ensures that parents are verbally informed about her duty to respond to children's needs. Older children are well This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 supervised and have freedom of movement on the ground floor. They know the boundaries of remaining in the rear garden to play because the front garden is not secure. Children have frequent opportunities to learn about road safety, as they walk with the childminder she conscientiously supervises and provides explanation to promote children's understanding. For example, children are encouraged to explore on woodland walks and ensure they remain within sight of the childminder at all times. The childminder has developed a record of risk assessment since

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the early years provision

moving house and this includes all areas of the home and garden. The childminder has increased her understanding of managing complaints from parents. She is aware of providing complaint details for parents on request, or for Ofsted.

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the early years provision

There is some evidence to show that the childminder is aware of driving improvement. She has followed the recommendations from the last inspection and has evaluated her provision and added resources to meet the play needs of individual children attending. Although there is less evidence available to show how the childminder has assessed children's individual development and planned for their progress whilst in the early years age group.

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the early years provision

There is ample provision for play. The childminder has organised a playroom for children where they can access a full range of interesting resources. Children are keen to talk about their favourite play equipment and the childminder shows a strong awareness and knowledge of their individual preferences. Children have freedom to make choices and to communicate their ideas for spontaneous play. The childminder shows a clear understanding of equality and provides some resources that reflect diversity. She encourages children's understanding through conversation and links this with their progress in development. She is aware that children see and notice differences in others and always encourages them to smile to promote a positive attitude.

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the early years provision

There are sound relationships in place with parents and individual information is shared. Parents complete record sheets and contracts with the childminder, although they have not provided written permission for emergency medical treatment. The childminder keeps parents up-to-date about activities and general daily routines; she shares information about children's daily achievements, their well-being and their progress in development. Children's own views are fully explored through daily conversation and dialogue. The childminder has links with other agencies that provide the children's care and learning. She is currently attending training and increasing her knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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and outcomes for children

Children happily move from room to room on the ground floor. They know where to find the toys and they choose Lego and decide to play outside in the sunshine. They show confidence when naming the different Lego models and are delighted to have the whole box available when they settle on the blanket. Children continually interact with each other and the childminder during their play. They negotiate and create imaginary role-play games, often taking turns to follow each This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 other's ideas. Children show that they are confident in the surroundings and their relationship with the childminder and her family. They know the daily routines and where to access the play apparatus in the garden. Children use the trampoline safely and often bounce together. They practise hitting the swing ball and know how to stand back to prevent getting hit by the ball. Children are learning to

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and outcomes for children

manage their own safety whilst playing and are supervised at all times on outings. They learn about road safety because they frequently walk with the childminder. They fully understand how to stay safe whilst being transported, using correctly fitting seat belts and always sitting in the back of the car; the childminder fully explains and encourages their understanding.

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and outcomes for children

Children's health is strongly promoted through very frequent opportunities for physical play and regular fresh air. Children spend all their time in the garden during fine weather and the childminder often includes local walks. They have a selection of play apparatus available and competently bounce on the large trampoline. They throw and catch the inflatable ball and they have a play tunnel and wheeled toys to ride on. Children practise hitting the swing ball with the childminder, who encourages their techniques and praises their efforts. Children have frequent drinks because the weather is warm and the childminder encourages their understanding of health and hydration by reminding them. They eat pears during the morning and regularly have fruit at snack time. The childminder provides healthy lunches and knows the children's preferences. Children have easy access to hand washing facilities and clean towels are provided,

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and outcomes for children

they follow regular routines for promoting hygiene. Older children are learning to protect their skin from the hot sun and independently apply their own sun cream.

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and outcomes for children

Children are learning to understand each other and become aware of each other's feelings. The childminder encourages children's understanding through dialogue and explanation, when they have a difference of opinion. Older children show skills of negotiation; they are able to manage and influence the behaviour of younger children at times and the childminder is aware of their progress in development. Children show confidence and engage in conversation, learning to wait at times whilst others are talking. They show an ability to develop relationships with adults and other children, talking about their schools, teachers and friends. Children are interested in what is happening next and what they will do in the afternoon. 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 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 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 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: 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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