Childminder in Wiltshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY410653 Inspection date 21/10/2010 Inspector Karen Prager

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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 registered in 2010. She lives with her husband and their three school aged children. Their home is on the western outskirts of Chippenham, Wiltshire. The whole of the property is available for childminding purposes, though children generally play downstairs. There is an enclosed garden available for outdoor play. There are shops and local amenities within walking distance. The childminder takes and collects children from the local primary school. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register to care for a maximum of three children under eight years at any one time, of whom three may be in the early years age range. She is currently caring for three children within this age range who attend on a part-time basis. Care is offered for children all year round. The childminder is also registered on the both the compulsory and the voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are welcomed into a warm and relaxed atmosphere where they are happy, confident and feel safe. The childminder is supportive of children's individual needs and organises activities so all can be included. Children are progressing adequately in their learning and development. The childminder has recently put suitable systems in place to evaluate the quality of her childcare provision and has indentified a number of areas in which to improve, although some have been missed, in cluding a statutory requirement. Overall, she demonstrates suitable capacity to maintain continuous improvement, having put in place some positive changes since her registration.

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further?

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

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further?

 maintain a record of children's hours of attendance in order to manage the setting safely (Documentation) (also applies to both the compulsory and the voluntary parts of the Childcare Register) 12/11/2010

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further?

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

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further?

 extend partnerships with parents and other providers to share information and develop activities that build on the uniqueness of each child This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  improve the quality of outcomes for children by developing a robust evaluation process that identifies priorities for improvement accurately.

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the early years provision

Children are welcomed into a friendly, relaxed environment where they play safely The childminder has appropriate policies and procedures in place to safeguard children and is clear about her responsibility to follow up any concerns regarding children's welfare. The childminder maintains a record of identified risks and has taken clear steps to make her home a safe place for children to play. A stair gate is in place to reduce the risk of falls and the swimming pool is kept covered. The childminder is careful to ensure that children are unable to leave the premises by the front door and closely supervises them at all times. Most documentation is suitably maintained and presented. For example, the registration certificate is displayed in the dining area and children's details are kept ready in case of need. However, an accurate record of attendance is not maintained, as required, which may place children at risk in emergency situations.

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the early years provision

The childminder shows commitment to improving her provision. She has started to reflect on her childcare practice satisfactorily, which has helped her identify some areas for development to improve outcomes for children, such as increasing the range of toys and activities available to the children. However, this evaluation is in the early stage of development and is not sufficiently rigorous to identify all areas requiring improvement.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a range of appropriate policies and procedures, which are recorded and shared with parents when their children start attending the setting. A suitable policy is in place to promote equality and diversity and respect all people. The childminder welcomes all children into her care though she has not taken robust steps to ensure that she has sufficient information that helps support the uniqueness of each child and helps them to understand the diverse society that they live in. This provides them with a clear overview of what to expect with regard to the business and care arrangements. The childminder has established effective partnerships with parents which helps support her in ensuring that children's individual needs are followed. She is aware of the benefit of developing partnerships with other providers who care for the children, though these partnerships are not fully established.

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and outcomes for children

The children are settled and happy in the childminder's care. There are warm interactions between the children and childminder, and she shows care and concern for their welfare. The childminder organises a satisfactory range of play experiences and activities that take account of children's interests. For example children look for interesting pictures and glue these onto paper. They use painting This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 sticks to make marks on paper, so developing suitable skills for their future lives. They enjoy painting their hands. Children develop their interest in sound through electronic toys when they -press the buttons to make different noises. Regular walks along a footpath takes children past the local cattery. Here children enjoy observing the animals, and count how many they can see.

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and outcomes for children

Resources are easily accessible and children freely select what they would like to do. Children behave very well and know how to behave within the home. For example, when returning from outside they remove their boots and put them to one side. Children progress well in learning about healthy lifestyles, owing to positive encouragement from the childminder. They learn about the importance of good hand washing routines when they are supported in washing their hands before they eat. They enjoy this activity and come to know which towel they may dry their hands on. Snacks and meal times provide opportunities to talk about healthy eating. Children also enjoy growing a selection of vegetables. They assist in caring for them and search for the tallest carrots to pull. Children then wash these carefully and enjoy eating them raw. The childminder effectively supports this interest as they ask to go and pick some more.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn to keep themselves safe both within the home and when on outings. For example they are reminded not to run indoors as they may slip on the floor and hurt themselves, and they are taught carefully about safety when crossing roads. Younger children are strapped into a high chair when they are eating, and older children understand the need to do this and manage it unpromoted. 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 3 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 3 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 3 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 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 3

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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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Records to be kept) 12/11/2010

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Records to be kept) 12/11/2010

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