Etwell, Denise Marie

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY409807 Inspection date 21/10/2010 Inspector Jo Scott

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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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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 has been registered since 2010. She lives with her husband, who sometimes works as her assistant, and two children aged 12 and 10 years in East Horsley, Surrey, close to local amenities. Children mainly use the kitchen, family room and toileting facilities on the ground floor. A bedroom on the same level is used for day-time sleeping. There is a fully enclosed garden for outdoor play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. When working alone the childminder may care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time, three of whom may be in the early years age range. When working with her assistant, four children may be in the early years age range. There are currently three children in the early years age range on roll, all of whom attend on a part-time basis.

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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

The childminder has made a proactive and committed start to childminding. She liaises closely with parents to ensure that she understands each child's needs and is able to meet them. The children are making good progress in their learning and development. The childminder has started to use self-evaluation to identify some key strengths and areas to develop further.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to build a culture of reflective practice, self-evaluation and informed discussion to identify the setting's strengths and priorities for development across all areas of the childminding business

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a good understanding about safeguarding children and has clear procedures to follow in the event of a concern. She completes regular risk assessments, which protects children because she keeps the environment safe and secure. Key procedures have been written as policy documents and are shared with parents, to ensure clarity about how these areas operate. Systems for self-evaluation have been established and are particularly affective in terms of being reflective about learning and development, and this drives development particularly well in this area. However, it does not yet incorporate all aspects of the provision. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder is building strong relationships with parents. Discussion and the use of diaries and displays gives parents a good picture of their children's time here. Parents contribute information for a project about 'Pets' which promotes

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the early years provision

learning together. They can view children's 'Learning Journey' development records at any time, and the childminder intends to incorporate opportunities to focus on these together as children become more established. The childminder has made links with others involved in the delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage to minded children. She has met teachers, and supports children with home work. This benefits children's progress.

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the early years provision

The childminder organises those areas of her home used by children very well. They are stimulating, with a good range of resources readily accessible at low level. Children have the opportunity for a good mix of adult led and child initiated learning every day. The childminder plans her time with the children very well so that their experiences promote all areas of learning. Activities are prepared and delivered with care to ensure that each child is included. The childminder is helping young children to learn about themselves and each other through topics that interest them.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and settled and show they enjoy their time with the childminder through their warm interactions. There is plenty to interest them, and the childminder sits on the floor and gets involved in their play. She extends their learning, for example as they build blocks she encourages children to think about numbers and colours. The children enjoy the topics the childminder plans for them. For example, through 'Pets' children share their home experiences, learn how to care for a variety of pets, and enjoy the visits of a kitten, dog and rabbit that the childminder organises. Young children learn about technology as they find out how to turn electronic animals on and off, they learn about mathematical concepts as they sort dogs and cats into 'few' and 'many', they extend their language and communication through discussion, sharing books and mark making, and their creative experiences through role play in the pet shop.

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and outcomes for children

Young children start to learn about safety. The childminder communicates very clearly, for example, helping children to learn why they must not throw toys. She supports young children to learn to share, take turns and co-operate with each other. Children enjoy being active. The childminder makes very good use of the garden for physical development as children run and climb and slide, and outdoor learning by providing activities such as water play to help children learn about volume. Children take pride in their achievements; they like to see their mark making displayed. Children follow their individual routines. The childminder values incorporating time for children to be active and rest. This benefits their health. Established children settle quickly in the comfort of a travel cot to rest. 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 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 2 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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