Reilly, Jane

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number EY312617 Inspection date 20 April 2006 Inspector Pauline Garfield

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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 satisfactory. 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 November 2005. She lives with husband and 2 children aged 10 in Ravenfield in Rotherham. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's house is used for minding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of 4 children and is currently minding 1 child under 1 year on a part-time basis. The family have a dog.

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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 satisfactory. Children are cared for in a clean, warm home where the childminder helps them stay healthy. She supports young children by providing and meeting their individual needs. For example, she changes bibs regularly when they are having meals and ensures baby milk and food is stored at the correct temperature. The childminder's effective understanding of health and hygiene procedures together with regular cleaning routines contribute to protecting children from infection. Young children are given a healthy diet and they are encouraged to eat healthy snacks, for example fruit. Regular drinks are given to young children throughout the day. All snacks and meals comply with special dietary needs to ensure children remain healthy. Children enjoy a range of activities which contribute to good health. For example, they visit local parks and go for walks on a regular basis to the local woods. This

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Helping children to be healthy

promotes their physical development and well-being.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is satisfactory. Children are cared for in a home where most risks are identified and minimised. This means that they are able to move around safely, freely and independently. The childminder talks to children about keeping safe on roads during walks to local parks and woods. Children select activities from a satisfactory range of good quality toys and equipment that meet safety standards. The childminder carefully monitors and supervises the children's choice of toys to ensure that they are safe and appropriate for their age and stage of development. The childminder has most of the required procedures and documents in place to ensure that children's welfare is safeguarded and promoted. For example, the childminder has a secure understanding of child protection procedures in line with the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is satisfactory. Children are settled and contented at the childminder's house and are confident in their relationship with her. Young children enjoy good interaction, eye contact, and receive smiles and praise as they play with age-appropriate baby toys, such as rattles, teddies and musical toys.

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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 Children play happily using a range of resources that are age-appropriate and meet their individual needs. They relate well to the childminder who responds to their individual needs and talks and communicates with young children closely. Children become independent as they choose between a variety of books, toys and activities that appeal to all. They explore and investigate the sound of the musical toys and are involved and interested in their play. Children relate well to the childminder who supports their needs and overall development appropriately.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. Children make choices and decisions on what equipment to use from the meaningful range of activities and equipment provided by the childminder. They learn about their local community through routine outings and visits to local parks. Children are valued and respected as individuals. Their needs are met as they follow their normal routine as discussed with parents. Children behave very well. They make themselves at home confidently deciding what to do, for example, accessing resources. Children benefit from effective information sharing with parents through daily conversations, contracts and written routines discussed with parents. Children are praised, encouraged and respond well to spoken words and activities, which promotes their all-round development and needs.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. Children feel at home and at ease within the well organised environment. This means that they are confident to initiate and extend their own play and learning. Most policies are in place and used effectively to promote the welfare, care and learning of children with the exceptions of a complaints procedure and record, and the written permission from parents to seek emergency medical advice or treatment. The childminder has also not completed a first aid course which includes training in first aid for infants and young children. This is a breach of regulations. Information is shared regularly with parents to keep them well informed about the service and their child's activities. This contributes to the continuity in the children's care. Overall, the provision meets the needs of the children who attend.

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Improvements since the last inspection

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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Complaints since the last inspection

There are no complaints to report. 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 satisfactory. 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): • request written permission from parents to seek emergency medical advice or treatment • complete a first aid course including training in first aid for infants and young children • provide a complaints procedure and maintain a complaints record.

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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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