Childminder in Doncaster

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY405770 Inspection date 10/09/2010 Inspector Tracey Outram

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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 was registered in 2010. He lives in Doncaster, South Yorkshire with his wife and four children aged 12, 10, six and five years of age. The registered premises are situated close to shops, parks, schools and public transport links. The ground floor of the home with the exception of the lounge, conservatory and dining room is used for childminding purposes. Care is offered Monday to Friday, 48 weeks of the year. The family have a pet dog.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of 4 children at any one time and is currently minding one child aged under five years. He also offers care to children aged over five years. The childminder works with a co-childminder and together they can care for a maximum of 10 minded children under the age of eight years. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. He works in partnership with other settings providing the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. The childminder has procedures to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, and who speak English as an additional language.

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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 a number of effective policies and procedures in place which help him to manage risks and eliminate threats to children's safety. The children make good developmental progress because the childminder strives to form secure attachments and build respectful relationships with parents. The process of self- evaluation is sound. The childminder has a clear vision for the future development of the service, which is likely to improve outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 enhance partnerships with parents and other providers of the Early Years Foundation Stage by including their views and comments in the children's records  enhance the process of self-evaluation to incorporate the views of children, parents and others.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues. He is confident to promote the welfare of children by reporting any signs of possible abuse or neglect to the Local Safeguarding Children Board. Risk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 assessments are robust and the childminder takes all reasonable steps to ensure that hazards to children both indoors and outdoors are minimised.

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the early years provision

Equality and diversity is actively promoted within the setting; the childminder knows children well and consistently meets their individual needs. This is achieved by providing good quality equipment and adapting activities to address their unique interests and personal requirements. The childminder provides a learning environment which encourages children to have respect for others, although resources to promote disability and ethnicity are limited.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a professional approach to his work and holds frequent discussions with parents to ensure that they remain informed of any issues affecting the care of the children and the daily operation of the setting. This partnership is further enhanced because the childminder keeps written and photographic observations of the children's activities, routines and achievements. While this information is used well to promote continuity of care, parents do not routinely contribute to the sequence of observation, assessment and planning. Similarly, this is not yet fully established in terms of maintaining partnerships with other providers of the Early Years Foundation Stage who share the care of the children.

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the early years provision

The process of self-evaluation is progressing well although the views of parents and other practitioners are not strongly reflected. Overall, the newly registered childminder has a strong commitment to continual professional development; he has attended training and reveals a good awareness of how to successfully meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a good understanding of the themes and principles of the Early Years Foundation Stage; consequently, he provides a secure and enabling environment from which children can explore and learn in different ways. The effective and aesthetically pleasing organisation of the home ensures that play opportunities are maximised. The children benefit from having access to an attractive and spacious playroom along with easily reached equipment. In addition, the indoor and outdoor environments are linked so that children can move freely between the two areas extending their play and using resources in different ways.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder knows the children extremely well and their observations and assessments are consistently matched to the expectations of the early learning goals. The children make good progress and benefit from well planned activities and age-appropriate resources, which help them to develop curiosity. This is clearly illustrated as they enjoy role-play and craft activities which involve experimenting and exploring the different patterns made while cutting paper using wavy, zigzag and straight edged safety scissors. Likewise, activities incorporating problem solving, reasoning and numeracy form an enjoyable and integral part of the daily play. The children spontaneously use numbers, notice patterns and name This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 shapes, such as, square, rectangle and circle. As they construct the train track they use positional language and confidently explain how fixing together all of the

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and outcomes for children

curved pieces of track will make a circular railway. The childminder is keen to enhance children's competence in communicating, speaking and listening. He shows sensitivity and understanding of the many different ways that children express themselves and is able to skilfully engage in children's thinking processes as he helps them to make connections in their learning.

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and outcomes for children

The children feel safe in the care of the childminder due to the high-quality interactions and secure attachments that are formed. The childminder is sensitive to the feelings and different personalities of the children; consequently he is able to successfully build their confidence. He ensures that boundaries are consistently applied so that they discover how to behave in different situations and understand what is expected of them both indoors and outdoors. This is achieved through ongoing discussions about the different types of environmental risks, such as, fire, stranger danger and road safety. The childminder is a very good role model for children; he continually offers praise for their achievements and this helps to motivate and build self-esteem. In addition, the children's good health is promoted well; they are encouraged to engage in physical play and make healthy choices in food. The children demonstrate very good self-help skills as they confidently

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and outcomes for children

describe the importance of reducing germs and bacteria through washing their hands frequently as they learn how to reduce the risk of illness. 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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