Thorns, Kelly

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY402908 Inspection date 20/07/2010 Inspector Justine Ellaway

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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 2010. She lives with her parents and child aged one year in Derby. The whole ground floor of the childminder’s house is used for childminding. The family has a dog and pet fish.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children at any one time. There is currently one child on roll who is within the early years age range. The childminder attends local 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 satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children develop warm and comfortable relationships with the childminder. They make satisfactory progress in their development, as the childminder makes some use of observations to identify next steps and provides a satisfactory range of resources. Information about children's individual care needs are gathered to ensure their inclusion. The childminder has established suitable partnerships with parents. She has evaluated her practice and identified relevant areas for improvement. Most of the required documentation has been fully developed and is available for inspection.

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further?

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

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further?

 provide evidence that a training course approved by the local authority has been completed (Suitable people) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register). 10/08/2010

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further?

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

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further?

 review the risk assessment to ensure that it covers anything with which a child may come into contact to ensure children’s safety and well-being  develop further systems that provide a summary of children's achievements to ensure their progression  review the indoor environment so that it contains resources which are appropriate and accessible for all 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 a suitable knowledge of child protection issues to ensure that children are safeguarded. She has a satisfactory understanding of safety issues to minimise risks and hazards within the home. Risk assessments are in place for the premises, although they do not include everything that a child comes into contact with. Separate risk assessments are in place for any outings to ensure children's safety when they are out and about. All household members are known to Ofsted to enable appropriate checks to be undertaken.

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the early years provision

The childminder has evaluated her practice and identified some relevant areas for improvement. She is honest in her reflection and demonstrates a commitment to improve, for example, she is intending to expand the range of resources. The childminder takes into account parents' views and makes changes as necessary. For example, she adapted the information she shares with parents about children's learning and development to ensure this is easy to read.

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the early years provision

All of the required information is gathered from parents. The childminder gathers information on children's individual routines to ensure their needs are met. The childminder confirms she has attended the mandatory training course, however, she was unable to provide evidence of this during the inspection.

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the early years provision

The childminder keeps her numbers of minded children low to ensure she can provide interaction when it is needed. The organisation of resources is satisfactory in meeting the needs of children. A small range is available during free play and to support children's understanding of the wider world. The childminder organises resources to promote specific areas of learning, however, on occasion, these are not fully effective in supporting the learning intention.

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the early years provision

Effective relationships have been established with parents to ensure information is shared that promotes consistency of care. Parents are able to see their child's record of progress whenever they wish. The childminder is aware of the requirement to develop a relationship with other settings that children attend.

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and outcomes for children

Children are supported to feel comfortable and settled within the environment. They develop a warm and friendly relationship with the childminder. They sit on her knee while playing or bring toys over to her. She uses suitable methods to support children's learning, engaging them by playing with the toys. She models how to do something and younger children attempt to copy this.

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and outcomes for children

A satisfactory range of activities is provided. The childminder provides daily outdoor play at local parks as she is not currently registered to use her garden. In addition, large play equipment is brought indoors such as a tunnel and ball pit. Children are encouraged to crawl through the tunnel developing their large muscle This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 skills.

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and outcomes for children

Adult-led activities such as baking are provided along with free play with the toys and resources. Children are encouraged to be independent and move around the ground floor of the house. Younger children are encouraged to stand and walk and to select toys. They develop their small muscle skills as they hold the toys and explore them. Children's language skills are promoted as the childminder talks to them during play encouraging them to repeat simple words. She also sings songs, which children enjoy listening to. Younger children are encouraged to attempt simple jigsaw puzzles and given support to complete them.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder extends children's interests. For example, she supplied a range of mirrors for children to explore when they showed curiosity in the mirror in a story. The childminder observes what children can do and keeps a record which she shares with parents. The information recorded is relevant and appropriate. She has begun to analyse this information to identify children's next steps in their learning, although this system is not fully developed to ensure that all areas of learning are given equal importance.

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and outcomes for children

Children's good health and well-being is suitably promoted. Drinks are available at all times which children help themselves to, to ensure they are hydrated and snacks are healthy. Children learn about safety through simple instructions and routines, such as stepping down a high step backwards to ensure they do not fall over. Positive interaction to praise appropriate behaviour and simple explanations help children to learn about right and wrong. 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

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Qualifications and training). 10/08/2010

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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 (Qualifications and training). 10/08/2010

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