Childminder in Derby

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY401536 Inspection date 21/07/2010 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 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 one child aged four years in Derby. The whole ground floor, along with the first floor bathroom and one bedroom, of the childminder’s house is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play.

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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 occasionally works with an assistant. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children at any one time. There are currently three children on roll, all of whom are within the early years age range. The childminder collects children from the local school and attends toddler groups on a regular basis. The childminder provides support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

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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

The childminder has a suitable knowledge of children's individual welfare needs and so they are appropriately cared for and included. Systems for supporting their learning are in the early stages of development and as a result children make satisfactory progress. Most policies and procedures are fully developed to ensure children's safety and promote their wellbeing. Partnerships with parents are positive in promoting continuity of care. The childminder has begun to evaluate her practice and identify some areas for improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 begin to plan for personalised learning by making learning plans for each child based on information gained from discussions with their parents and from talking to and observing children  develop knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children issues in order to be able to fully implement the safeguarding children policy and procedure appropriately  develop evaluation systems to ensure that the quality of children’s learning, development and care continues to improve.

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the early years provision

The childminder has made a positive start to minding in the short time since she was registered. All of the required information is gathered and maintained and written records are effectively organised. The childminder has a suitable This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 understanding of what to do if she is concerned about a minded child, with regards to child protection, to ensure they are safeguarded. She has also considered the procedure to follow in the event of an allegation against herself or another household member. However, this is not fully developed, as it is unclear at what stage Ofsted would be notified. Risk assessments contain relevant information and include both the premises and outings. Procedures for the collection of children have been firmly established to ensure their safety. 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 begun to evaluate her practice and consider areas for improvement. Although, some are more general and not specifically focused on the outcomes for the children who attend. The childminder demonstrates a commitment to improve through her enthusiasm and passion for working with children.

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the early years provision

Resources are suitably deployed. Careful attention is given to meeting children's individual care needs and the childminder occasionally uses an assistant to ensure that younger children are not disturbed during their routine sleep. Children have access to a satisfactory range of toys and resources with a small selection that support their understanding of the wider world. The childminder skilfully links into children's interests or things that are happening in their home life, to develop their understanding of the wider world through activities.

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the early years provision

A useful welcome pack is provided for parents which includes written copies of the policies and procedures and information about the childminding service. All parents receive useful daily feedback. For younger children, the childminder completes a daily sheet detailing their care routines, such as, what food they have eaten. The childminder shares some information with other settings that children attend to promote consistency of care.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and comfortable in the setting. They develop warm relationships with the childminder. They are well supported to settle quickly and feel part of the family. The childminder is very positive in her tone when talking to children and when talking about them, to promote their self-esteem. As a result children play well together and show respect for each other. The childminder uses suitable methods to manage children's inappropriate behaviour.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder plans and provides a satisfactory balance of adult led and child led activities for children to enjoy. This includes free play as well as activities, such as, art and craft. Discussions to promote learning also take place around children's interests, for example, when they talk about the road works that are happening near the childminder's home. The childminder has devised a system to observe children's progress and identify their next stage of learning, which is in the early stages of development. Some of the information is analysed and activities or resources planned to help children progress. The childminder has not yet sought parents contributions or developed the system sufficiently, to ensure that all of the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 aspects of all of the areas of learning are covered equally.

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and outcomes for children

Children are secure and comfortable with the childminder and smile and laugh frequently during play. They are encouraged to develop their social skills as they play with children of different ages or attend a local stay and play session. The childminder makes use of the local community to support children's learning, for example, they go to the local post office to post a letter. They learn about counting and shapes through playing with construction and games. They have opportunities to be creative through craft activities.

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and outcomes for children

Children are encouraged to use their imagination with the role play resources, pretending they are making tea. Younger children are supported in both their large and small muscle development. They are encouraged to stand and walk and to reach for, hold and explore the toys with their hands. The childminder regularly plays music which the children enjoy listening and moving to.

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and outcomes for children

Children's good health and wellbeing is suitably promoted. Meals are healthy and home made and drinks are available to ensure children are hydrated. Children are taught about hand washing, which they are encouraged to do at appropriate times, such as, after toileting. Children learn about how to cross the road safely when they are out and about, and for older children they are learning what different road signs mean. 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 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

 improve the written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse or neglect (Arrangements for safeguarding children) (also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register). 11/08/2010

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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 compulsory part of the Childcare Register section of the report (Arrangements for safeguarding children). 11/08/2010

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