Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY403479 Inspection date 25/06/2010 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 2010. She lives with her husband and three children in the Woodthorpe area of Nottinghamshire. Their home is within walking distance of the local school, shops and park. Most of the childminder’s house is used for childminding with accessible toilet and hand washing facilities available within theses areas. There are a number of steps up to the property. The family have a cat.

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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 two children in the early years range. She currently supports children who speak English as an additional language. The childminder also makes provision for children older than the early years age group which is registered on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. She regularly attends the local parent and toddler groups and childminding support group. The childminder 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 steady 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 the provision for children is continually improving.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further the systems for observing and assessing the children to ensure that they make maximum progress across all of the areas of learning  ensure that children are fully protected on outings by taking essential records, for example, consent for the seeking of any necessary emergency medical treatment or advice, and medical information regarding the children. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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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. However, the childminder does not carry sufficient documentation to fully protect the children when out and about locally. Effective safety measures are in place with regard to the premises. The door to the house is kept locked to prevent unwanted visitors

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the early years provision

from entering the premises, ensuring children are safe. Most required records and documents for the safe and efficient management of the children are in place. Detailed policies and procedures are in place and these are reviewed every six months or as any changes are made.

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the early years provision

Parent partnerships are promoted very 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. Through the completion of the ‘All about me’ booklets. 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 records about what the child has been doing throughout the day.

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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 demonstrates a suitable knowledge of the learning and development and welfare requirements to promote children’s learning and care. She has a good understanding of how children learn through play and how they develop. For example, for one child the childminder recognises that they learn best when playing on the floor, so the childminder now sets more activities at this level. The system for observation and assessments of the children are in the very early stages of being developed. The indoor environment is set up for children’s learning and allows children free choice of activities and resources. The childminder is very This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 warm and welcoming to the children, thus providing a safe emotional environment where children feel safe and secure. Children enjoy being cuddled and do snuggle into the childminder when having a story read to them. Activities are starting to be

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and outcomes for children

planned, based on the observations and assessments of the individual children. Children are taught about safety issues as part of the daily routine. For example, when climbing the steps up to the home the children are encouraged to hold on to the child height hand rail. When children are sleeping the childminder keeps them within her sight and checks them at regular intervals.

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and outcomes for children

The good health and well-being of children is encouraged. All meals and snacks are provided by the childminder who is fully aware of providing a suitable range of healthy meals. Children are learning to follow appropriate hygiene routines and have their own individual flannels to prevent the risk of cross-infection. The childminder is a good role model to children as she follows appropriate hygiene routines herself. Children benefit from fresh air and exercise daily as they walk to and from school and go out for walks in the community or visit the local parks.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn good manners as the childminder encourages the use of them through role modelling. For example, by using ‘please’ and ‘thank you’. Children are encouraged to share the resources and learn to take their turn through play. The childminder encourages this through playing games with the children. They are encouraged to help with the tidying away of toys, this helps them to be respectful of the resources. When the childminder praises the children they respond well to this and benefit as this practice raises their self-esteem. The childminder values the children's first language as she has learnt key words from the parents and has these displayed for easy reference. Children enjoy playing and display lots of excitement. They are starting to problem solve as they complete jigsaws or place the appropriate item in the shape sorter. Children play with interactive toys so they are learning the basic skills of technology and under

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and outcomes for children

supervision they use the computer. Their learning is enhanced as the childminder takes the children on outings to visitor attractions. 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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