Childminder in North Northamptonshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY403352 Inspection date 27/07/2010 Inspector Sarah Measures

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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 assesses 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 husband and children aged 16, 14 and eight years in a residential area on the north side of Kettering. The ground floor rooms of the childminder's house are used for childminding with access to the first floor to use the bathroom and the childminder's youngest child's bedroom. There is a secure garden for outdoor play.

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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. She may care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time including three children in the early years age group. The childminder has links with local pre-school groups and takes and collects children from the nearby primary school.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is inadequate.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

There were no children present on the day of the inspection. However, evidence available shows that policies and procedures do not sufficiently take into account the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. As a result not all requirements are met. There is currently no system to reflect upon the provision for children and to identify strengths and weaknesses, in order to secure improvement. The childminder has good experience of caring for children in different settings prior to her childminding, but she lacks understanding of how to use the appropriate framework and guidance in order to plan to meet children's individual needs.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the early years provision requires significant improvement. The registered person is given a Notice to Improve that sets out actions to be carried out.

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further?

To comply with the requirements of the EYFS the registered person must take the following action by the specified date:

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further?

 ensure there are effective systems of self-evaluation in order to maintain continuous developments in practice to meet the individual needs of the children (Organisation) 27/08/2010

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further?

 provide evidence that appropriate training is completed (Suitability of adults) (also applies to the voluntary and the compulsory parts of the Childcare Register) 27/08/2010

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further?

 improve knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage in order to plan and organise systems to ensure that every child receives an enjoyable and challenging learning and development 27/08/2010 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 experience that is tailored to meet their individual needs (Organisation)  implement arrangements to assess young children to ascertain their achievements (Assessment Arrangements) 27/08/2010

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further?

 put in place a written procedure for dealing with concerns and complaints from parents (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) (also applies to the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register). 13/08/2010

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further?

To improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 improve the regular two way flow of information with parents and between providers.

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the early years provision

Discussions show that the childminder has a secure understanding of how to recognise possible indicators of child abuse, and she keeps Local Safeguarding Children Board referral information to hand to follow if necessary. Discussions show that she has secure systems in place to ensure children are safely collected by an appropriately identified person. The childminder does not have evidence that appropriate training has been completed in order to demonstrate requirements of registration are met. There is no written procedure for dealing with complaints and concerns from parents, in order to ensure a safe provision for the children. The childminder lacks familiarity with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and does not use this to make sure she supports children's learning and developmental needs. Discussions suggest that the childminder communicates regularly with parents in order to discuss and monitor children's welfare. She visits children's

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the early years provision

homes in order to understand their routines and background which is a very good way of getting to know the children and their families. However, no communications take place regarding with parents or other provision children attend regarding their starting points, next steps or their progress towards the early learning goals. This does not enable all those supporting children to plan cohesively for their individual progress. As there is no systems of self-reflection areas for development and breaches of requirements are not identified and addressed.

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the early years provision

Observations and discussions show that the childminder organises her home, toys and equipment to meet the needs of the children and to make them feel welcome. She makes use of facilities within the area by taking children to local parks and pre-school groups. The childminder has a suitable policy in place to underpin an inclusive provision for children. Resources that reflect diversity and included within children's play environment and the childminder states that all children are encouraged to experience and try out new activities. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

The provision does not support children's individual progress across the six areas of learning by working effectively with other settings, or by observing and assessing children's progress towards the early learning goals. Evidence is available that shows children take part in a range of fun activities and games. For example, they enjoy different cooking and creative activities. A good range of toys, books and games suitable for different stages of development are accessible to children within the home. This helps children to feel welcome and gives them choice and variety in their play. The childminder plans interesting opportunities for the children. For example, they have made flags from around the world to celebrate 'International Week'. Evidence suggests that the childminder aids children's knowledge and understanding through discussions when she plans such activities. However, activities are not tailored to meet children's individual needs. This is

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and outcomes for children

because they are not based upon effective communications with other settings or linked to any observations, assessments or the next steps in children's learning completed in or out of the setting. For example, the childminder does not share information regarding children's progress towards the early learning goals with schools children attend.

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and outcomes for children

Children gain important opportunities for outdoor play as they use the childminder's garden and visit the local park. They use a variety of equipment to develop their physical skills and strength. Arrangements for providing meals and snacks are agreed with parents in order to ensure children's dietary needs are met. The childminder has a suitable policy to manage the behaviour of the children, based upon use of positive methods. All records necessary to support children's welfare within the Early Years Foundation Stage are in place. The childminder is clear that she checks her home daily for hazards before children attend in order to make sure the environment for children is safe. 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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Early Years Foundation Stage

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 4 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 4

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 4 The extent to which children feel safe 4 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 4

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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

 keep and implement a written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse (Arrangements for Safeguarding Children) 13/08/2010

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified within the Early Years section of the report (Procedures for dealing with complaints, Suitability to care for children) 27/08/2010

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 undertake a risk assessment of the premises and equipment: at least once in each calendar year, and immediately, where the need for an assessment arises and ensure that all necessary measures are taken to minimise any identified risks (Suitability and safety of premises and equipment) 13/08/2010

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 keep records of the name, home address and date of birth of each child who is looked after on the premises (Records to be kept) 28/07/2010

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 keep a record the name, home address and telephone number of each parent/guardian/carer of each child who is looked after on the premises (Records to be kept). 28/07/2010

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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 within the early years section of the report and the compulsory part of the Childcare Register (Arrangements for safeguarding children, Suitability to care for children, Procedures for dealing with complaints, Suitability and safety of premises and equipment and Records to be kept). 27/08/2010

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