Denny, Helen

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY406377 Inspection date 11/10/2010 Inspector Alexandra Brouder

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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. She lives with her partner and two children aged 12 years and 2 years in Glenfield, Leicestershire. Their home is within walking distance of the local school, shops and park. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding with accessible toilet and hand washing facilities available within these areas. There is an enclosed rear garden which is available for outside play. The family have no pets. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory part of the Childcare Register to care for a maximum of five children aged under eight years, two of whom may be in the early years age range. There are currently eight children under the age of eight on roll, including three in the early years age range. The childminder is also registered on the voluntary part of the Childcare Register to care for older children.

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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 creates a very warm and welcoming environment which enables children to feel confident and settled. In the main she successfully implements the Early Years Foundation Stage to support children's individual learning. All children are fully included and enjoy a good range of activities and resources to support their learning and development. Good partnerships with parents are in place and a robust set of policies and procedures ensure that they are fully informed. In the main, most records support children's health, safety and welfare. Sound arrangements for continuous improvement are in place through the use of a self- evaluation system, enabling the childminder to monitor and adapt her practice as needed.

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further?

To meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 keep written records of all medicines administered to children and inform parents (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) (also applies to the compulsory part of the Childcare Register) 11/10/2010

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further?

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

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further?

 develop methods to focus more effectively on specific areas to plan and provide experiences which are appropriate to each child's stage of development, as they progress towards the early learning goals. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

Comprehensive policies and procedures ensure parents are fully informed and the individual needs of children are met. They are protected from harm, because the childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding, of the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures and the steps to take should she have any concerns. Good levels of supervision and robust risk assessments of the premises and outings ensure that children are cared for safely. Most records support children's care, health and well-being, however, methods to ensure that consent is obtained for administering medication are not maintained appropriately, which has the potential to impact on children's health. Systems to monitor and evaluate her practice are in place to improve outcomes for children.

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the early years provision

All children are fully included at the setting and the childminder ensures that parents are fully consulted on their child's individual wants and needs to ensure that this is reflected in the environment. Resources are easily accessible so that all children can make appropriate choices and decisions in their play. They show positive images of diversity and all children, regardless of gender, play an equal part in a varied and enjoyable curriculum. Good partnerships with parents and carers are in place and they receive a range of information regarding the childminder's policies and procedures ensuring they are well informed. Daily diaries are shared with all parents of early years children, informing them of their care and learning needs and information is shared verbally on children's progress towards the six areas of learning. Partnerships with others who offer care to children, for example, the local nursery school, are developing to enable her to

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the early years provision

support children's overall development. The childminder has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and how to meet the needs of children within this. However, as yet she is not fully identifying the needs of all children to support their on-going development, for example through observation and assessment.

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and outcomes for children

Children make good progress towards the early learning goals through a balance of activities which cover the six areas of learning. They settle well within the home, where their creative work is displayed and experience warm and caring relationships with the childminder. Children are encouraged to learn personal hygiene routines from an early age, for example, cleaning their hands on a baby wipe before snack time and after nappy changing. Healthy snacks and meals are provided mainly by the parents, with the childminder contributing to this as and when required. Sound policies within this area ensure that all children are offered a healthy and balanced diet.

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and outcomes for children

Children remain safe through effective security systems and simple house rules. They engage in regular emergency evacuation practices, developing knowledge and understanding of what to do should the need arise. They settle well within the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 home where they are able to freely access resources and independently steer their own play. Children happily use the buggies and dolls to support their play as they engage in conversation about 'taking the babies to the park' when walking around the available play space. The childminder is swift to act when issues of sharing develop, using age appropriate techniques to help children understand their actions and successfully redirects children's attention to other play items, before this gets out of control. All children develop an awareness of boundaries through clear explanations from the childminder and regular praise and encouragement

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and outcomes for children

helps to build their confidence and self-esteem.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder ensures that children are able to access all resources freely and easily. She plans activities to engage them and to help them gain skills they will need in future life, for example, growing flowers and plants from seeds. Systems to observe and assess children's progress are developing well, however, as yet these are not consistently used for all children in the childminders care and therefore evidence on how they progress can be limiting. Despite this, children do make good progress. Children learn to problem solve as they stack plastic beakers on top of one another, deciding which one fits correctly and older children adapt this activity themselves, by using them to make stepping stones across the floor. Children begin to use number in every day activities, for example, as they count a number of balls from the ball pit and count the number of buttons on clothing.

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and outcomes for children

Children's language is developing well and the childminder listens to all children and gives them time to respond, no matter what their age or ability. They engage in a range of activities to develop their early writing skills such as painting, sand play and rolling and cutting play dough. They enjoy a range of books and the childminder reads to children every day, to increase their awareness of print and enjoyment of stories. Children's knowledge and understanding of the world, develops as they operate battery-controlled equipment and press buttons on musical toys that play songs or create sounds. They partake in regular walks in the community, collecting things that they find, such as leaves and sticks to use in creative activities and enjoy spending time at a variety of stay and play sessions, increasing their social skills. All children learn about the needs of others through play and activities. The childminder has recognised that some children have other

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and outcomes for children

languages other than English and has put together a range of familiar words for all children to learn, promoting their awareness and children's individual heritage. Children's imagination is good and they have access to a range of dressing up and various other resources to promote this area well. 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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