Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY401313 Inspection date 27/05/2010 Inspector Susan Riley

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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 2009. She lives with her husband and their two young children in a suburb of Nottingham. There are facilities close by such as parks, schools and shops. The whole of the premises is used for childminding purposes. Toilet and sleeping facilities are located on the first floor. An enclosed split level back garden is available for outdoor play. Access to the premises is down a couple of small steps which lead to the side front door.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children at any one time and is currently caring for one child in the early years age range. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She holds a recognised early years qualification. The childminder regularly attends local parent and toddler groups and the childminding support group. She is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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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

Children are safe, secure and cared for in a clean and comfortable home. A child- friendly environment is created to ensure all children are included and enjoy their time with the childminder. The childminder has developed a close working relationship with parents, which helps her to understand children's individual needs and to achieve a consistent approach to the children's care. Most aspects of children's welfare are suitably promoted and ensure children are safeguarded. Each child's individuality is recognised by the childminder, which ensures their welfare needs are met and enables them to make good progress in their learning and development according to the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder is starting to use the self-evaluation process to identify areas for improvement to ensure that that the provision for children is continually improving.

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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 permission from parents before administering medication to children (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register). 04/06/2010

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further the use of reflective practice and self-evaluation to identify This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 current strengths and priorities for development that will improve the quality of the provision for children.

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the early years provision

Children are safeguarded as the childminder has implemented an effective policy and procedure which she shares with parents. The policy is clear in informing parents and carers of her responsibilities to ensure children are fully protected. Parents are reassured because the childminder provides information about how she is registered, about vetting arrangements for herself and other household members over 16, and about her experience and training. Records of risk assessments are in place for all areas of the home used for childminding purposes and the childminder makes regular checks to identify and minimise any hazards. Due attention is given to risk assessing outings with the children and a clear procedure is in place to guide practice when out in the community. Effective safety measures are in place with regard to the premises. Most required records and documents for the safe and efficient management of the children are in place.

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the early years provision

However, the childminder has not always gained prior written consent from parents before administering medication. This potentially could place a child at risk. Detailed policies and procedures are in place and these are reviewed appropriately.

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the early years provision

Parent partnerships are promoted well through discussions to meet children's individual needs and parents are encouraged to share what they know about their child's care needs, likes and dislikes, cultural and religious requirements. Equality for all children in the childminder's care is promoted and the childminder is aware to adapt activities to ensure they can engage and progress their learning. The childminder exchanges information with parents daily as she talks and shares written records about what the child has been doing throughout the day. For example, through the use of a very detailed written daily diary and informative developmental records.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates ambition, vision and drive to develop the provision further. She is starting to develop a system of self-evaluation. In order for her to demonstrate that she is effectively reflecting on her practice and identifying strengths and areas for development to maintain continuous improvement within her service. The childminder organises the environment effectively to ensure children have suitable areas for play and rest. She is aware of their individual needs and plans effectively to ensure toys and activities are accessible to all.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has good knowledge about how children learn and develop. Children are making good progress in their learning and are eager to get involved in the activities on offer. This is because the childminder knows the children well and structures the day around their interests, enjoyment and individual needs. A This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 system for observation and assessments of the children are in place. These are very informative and the childminder uses these to plan effectively for the children's next stages of learning. Both the indoor and outdoor environments are set up for children’s learning and allows children free choice of activities and resources covering all areas of learning. Good warm and caring relationships between the childminder and the children are evident. Children feel good about themselves because the childminder offers frequently positive support, praise and

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and outcomes for children

encouragement. This helps to build children's confidence and self-esteem. The childminder is aware that children learn through play, she allows them to choose what they want to do but always has some planned activities. Children gain a sense of achievement as they see their work displayed around the home.

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and outcomes for children

Children are encouraged to develop good behaviour as the childminder fully understands the different strategies to use with different aged children. They are beginning to understand boundaries, rules and limits and to understand why they exist. Children follow house rules and show a strong sense of security and feel safe within the setting. They are caring towards each other and are starting to help one another. Children learn good manners as the childminder encourages the use of them through role modelling. For example, by using ‘please’ and ‘thank you’. They are encouraged to help with the tidying away of toys; this helps them to be respectful of the resources. Children learn about dangers and how to keep themselves safe, routinely taking part in fire evacuation practises and learning to cross the road safely.

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and outcomes for children

The health and well-being of children is encouraged. Children follow appropriate hygiene routines. The childminder is a suitable role model to children as she follows appropriate hygiene routines herself. Children benefit from fresh air and exercise daily as they play in the garden or visit the local parks or take walks out in the local community. They are given a choice of different fruits for snack and readily enjoy their banana, rice cakes and raisins. A healthy balanced diet is provided for the children. Their independence is promoted as they help themselves to drinks as they become thirsty. Meal times are social occasions where children benefit and learn good social skills and appropriate table manners. Children are learning appropriate hygiene routines, for example, hand washing to prevent the risk of cross-infection.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy playing and display excitement. For example, when playing outside there are lots of happy sounds as they play on the equipment. They are starting to problem solve as they complete jigsaws. Children play with interactive toys and books so they are learning the basic skills of technology. They enjoy books and snuggle in for a story on the childminder’s knee. They get excited as they are encouraged to make the animal sounds that go along with the story. Children learn simple numeracy as they join in with the singing of number rhymes. They learn as they play, for example, with having different sized balls outside they soon learn which is the biggest ball. 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: 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

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Records to be kept) (also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register). 04/06/2010

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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 in the early years section of the report (Records to be kept) (also applies to the compulsory part of the Childcare Register). 04/06/2010

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