Greenwood Faye Georgina

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number EY302137 Inspection date 31 January 2006 Inspector Anne McKay

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Type of inspection Childcare Type of care Childminding

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This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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ABOUT THIS INSPECTION

The purpose of this inspection is to assure government, parents and the public of the quality of childcare and, if applicable, of nursery education. The inspection was carried out under Part XA Children Act 1989 as introduced by the Care Standards Act 2000 and, where nursery education is provided, under Schedule 26 of the School Standards and Framework Act 1998. This report details the main strengths and any areas for improvement identified during the inspection. The judgements included in the report are made in relation to the outcomes for children set out in the Children Act 2004; the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding; and, where nursery education is provided, the Curriculum guidance for the foundation stage. The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration or 1 April 2004 whichever is the later.

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough For more information about early years inspections, please see the booklet Are you ready for your inspection? which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are good. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder was registered in 2005. She lives with her husband and two young children in a village to the north of Ilkeston. Minded children have access to the whole of the ground floor and to the spare bedroom and en-suite shower room upstairs. There is a fully enclosed rear garden for outside play. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children aged under eight at any one time. There is currently one child on roll who attends on a part-time basis. The childminder attends the local parent, carer and toddler group. She holds an early years childcare qualification and is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is good. Children's health is promoted well by the childminder. They learn to wash their hands as part of the daily routine and the risk of cross-infection is minimised through the good practices followed by the childminder. Accident and medication records are kept and are mostly accurate and up to date although some of the accident records are not sufficient in detail. Health records are shared with parents to ensure that children receive consistent care. There is an appropriate sick child policy in place and parental consent is in place to enable the childminder to seek any necessary emergency treatment or advice for the children if their parents cannot be contacted. Children are well nourished through a balanced diet of home cooked food and healthy snacks. Children are encouraged to develop their tastes through trying different foods. Individual dietary needs are catered for and food is provided

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Helping children to be healthy

according to parental wishes. Children exercise and develop physical skills and coordination when they play outside, either in the garden or at the local park. They have access to fresh drinking water at all times so they do not become thirsty or dehydrated and can rest or sleep according to their need.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. Children play in a very well organised environment. It is welcoming and child-focused with comfortable, appropriate furniture and a good range of toys and activities for them to choose from. The toys and activities are stored thoughtfully so children can identify and choose to play with toys that are suitable and safe for their age and stage of development. The house is risk-assessed each day before children arrive to ensure it is a safe environment for them to play in. Suitable safety equipment is in place to prevent accidents. Smoke alarms are fitted and tested and children practice the evacuation plan so they know what to do in an emergency. Children are supervised at a level that is appropriate to their age, level of understanding and ability so they are kept safe from accidents whilst developing independent skills. Children are protected by the childminder's good knowledge and understanding of

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. Children have positive relationships with the childminder and with each other so they settle well and are confident in their play. Children have opportunities to play freely and to join in some focused activities, such as art and craft, messy play and baking that are organised for them by the childminder. The childminder uses the 'Birth to three matters' framework effectively in her planning for young children to ensure they have play opportunities to promote their development in all areas. Children show

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 curiosity and are interested in what they do. They receive good levels of individual support so they develop confidence and positive self-esteem while learning new skills. They respond well to the skilful questioning of the childminder who asks them questions that encourage them to think and to explore ideas so they learn while they are playing. This also promotes children's social and communication skills as the childminder interacts with them both verbally and non-verbally. Children play outside and are taken on outings. They attend local toddler and play groups where they can socialise with other children and access a different selection of resources

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is good. Children are well cared for by the childminder who works closely with parents. She collates and records clear information about children's needs and preferences, so she can meet their individual needs. The childminder has appropriate knowledge and experience to care for children with special needs. Information is exchanged on a regular basis between parents and the childminder through verbal feedback and written daily diaries. This ensures information is kept up to date so children receive continuity of care. The procedure for making a complaint does not include all the relevant information. Children behave well because they are settled and confident in the care of the childminder with whom they have positive relationships. Children's behaviour is managed sensitively according to their individual age and level of understanding. Good behaviour is promoted through praise and encouragement. Children develop

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Helping children make a positive contribution

confidence and good self-esteem, playing co-operatively and learning to share. Any inappropriate behaviour is clearly explained so that children understand what they have done wrong and learn to behave better. Children develop a sense of belonging because they are included as part of the family and have their individual needs recognised and met. They can access and choose from suitable toys including a good range of resources that reflect positive images of race, culture, gender and disability. Playing with these toys and activities on a daily basis helps children to explore aspects of their identity and to learn about wider society.

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Organisation

The organisation is good. Children receive a good standard of care because the childminder has a very good knowledge and understanding of child development. She is a qualified nursery nurse and she puts her experience and training into practice in the assessment and planning of suitable activities and play opportunities to promote individual children's development. She is committed to improving her knowledge through relevant training. Children play in a well organised environment where they can play, rest and eat in comfort. Potential risks have been identified and minimised to create a safe environment for children to play in both indoors and outside. Resources are within

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Organisation

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 reach of the children and are organised so they can access and choose toys and activities that are appropriate to their age, interest and ability. The childminder's good practice is underpinned by clearly written policies and procedures that are shared with children's parents. Essential documents are in place and records and parental consent forms are up to date. The provision meets the needs of the range of children for whom it provides.

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Complaints since the last inspection

There have been no complaints made to Ofsted since registration. The provider is required to keep a record of complaints made by parents, which they can see on request. The complaints record may contain complaints other than those made to Ofsted.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are good. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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The quality and standards of the care

To improve the quality and standards of care further the registered person should take account of the following recommendation(s): • ensure that all accidents are recorded in sufficient detail • make available to parents a written statement that provides details of the procedure to be followed if they have a complaint.

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The quality and standards of the care

procedures set out in the leaflet Building better childcare: Compliments and concerns about inspectors' judgements which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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The quality and standards of the care

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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