Childminder in North Tyneside

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY259152 Inspection date 27/05/2010 Inspector Cathryn Parry

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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 2003. She lives with her husband and three children, aged 12, 10 and six years, in the residential area of North Shields in Tyne and Wear. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder’s home is used for childminding. The childminder cares for children on weekdays from 7am to 6pm for 50 weeks of the year.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, no more than three of whom may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding two children in this age group. She also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder collects children from the local school and attends several toddler groups on a regular basis.

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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 childminder offers a warm and friendly welcome to all children and their parents. She is keen to provide an inclusive environment. The lovely range of experiences she makes available ensure that children have ample opportunities to make progress. Systems for including parents in the observation and assessment process are developing. The childminder has links with other childminders and an early years professional from the local authority, to make sure continuous improvement is maintained.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop systems further to involve parents as part of the ongoing observation and assessment process.

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the early years provision

The children are well protected as the childminder has a sound knowledge and understanding of her role with regard to safeguarding. Risk assessments take place regularly both indoors and for any outings undertaken. These are recorded and effectively reduce the chance of accidental injury. The childminder is keen to further her professional development and has already completed a teaching assistant course. The children have ample space to explore the resources, which are stored at their height to promote free choice and independence.

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the early years provision

Good relationships with parents are highly beneficial to the continuity of care that This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 the children receive. The childminder ensures the parents are fully informed of the experiences their children have enjoyed, both verbally and with comprehensive written diaries. This enables them to continue their children's learning at home through highlighted activities. The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the advantages of linking with other professionals to effectively meet children's specific needs. There are currently no children attending who access care and education in more than one setting. However, the childminder is enthusiastic about sharing relevant information with other practitioners to ensure continuity and coherence.

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the early years provision

The childminder has completed a self-evaluation form and clearly reflects on the good service she provides. She gains feedback from parents to ensure they are completely happy with the learning and development opportunities offered. The recommendations raised at the previous inspection have been positively addressed. This impacts favourably on children's well-being.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and implements it well. Each area of learning is effectively covered. Children are happy and secure as a result of the childminder's praise and support. The childminder’s good understanding of children's individual personalities promotes effective behaviour management. Children benefit from a flexible routine, including a balance of child-centred and adult-led activities. The childminder's positive approach to equality and diversity and appropriate resources encourage children’s growing knowledge of the wider community. They use information and communication technology to support their learning, for example when using the electronic globe and computer. Children’s communication skills are fostered well through various activities including songs and rhymes. They enjoy a variety of creative activities, including painting, drawing and making collage pictures. These

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and outcomes for children

nurture children's imaginative skills and self-expression. Children's problem-solving skills are promoted through a variety of matching and sequencing activities. They learn about the living world as they visit the pet shop and feed the ducks. The childminder takes into account children's interests and capabilities when planning activities. She has developed individual books, which include photographs and observations linked to the areas of learning. Systems to include parents in the observation and assessment process are not well established. This has a slightly negative impact on monitoring children's progress towards the early learning goals.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder's home is secure with effective procedures being in place for the collection of children, ensuring they are well protected. Large windows in the dining room and play room enable children to benefit from natural light while playing indoors. Children experience good levels of supervision and appropriate safety equipment is in place to ensure hazards are reduced. They are kept safe on outings as they learn road safety procedures. All children are able to rest and sleep according to their individual needs and have regular opportunities to take part in physical play activities, both indoors and outdoors. A varied menu encourages children to have a good awareness of healthy meal options and the opportunity to This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 try new food. They take part in imaginative food related activities, such as preparing lasagne. This encourages good lifestyle habits. Children are learning

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and outcomes for children

about the importance of good personal hygiene and are becoming increasingly independent in their personal care. For example, they know they must wash their hands before eating. Children do not attend if they are sick which enables the childminder to protect others from illness. She can respond appropriately if children have an accident as she is trained to administer first aid. The childminder has all the required procedures and documents in place to ensure children's welfare is safeguarded and promoted. 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 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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