Childminder in Leeds

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY408946 Inspection date 09/11/2010 Inspector Helen Blackburn

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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 husband and five children aged between 19 years and eight years in the Carlton area close to the Leeds/Wakefield boundary. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's home is used for childminding. There is fully enclosed garden for outdoor play. The family has a cockatiel as a pet.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, no more than three may be in the early years age range. This number may be increased to four children in the early years as specified on the childminder's conditions of registration. The childminder is currently minding four children in the early years age range. She also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is currently minding three children in this age range.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder takes and collects children from the local school and nursery and she goes to several toddler groups on a regular basis. She is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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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

The childminder has positive relationships with the children, she knows them well and this contributes to her meeting their individual needs. The learning environment is safe and clean, and it satisfactorily promotes positive behaviour, diversity and difference. Overall, most documentation, policies and procedures contribute to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare. Relationships with parents and others involved in children's learning are positive and overall, they work together to support children's progression and development. The childminder's commitment to promoting continual improvement is sound and her self-evaluation processes are developing.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve the record of risk assessment so that it includes information on when it was carried out, by whom, date of review and any action taken following a review (Documentation). 07/12/2010

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should: This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  maintain a record of any occasions where physical intervention is used to manage a child's behaviour  improve experiences, activities and resources that help children explore, question and embrace all aspects of diversity and difference  improve self-evaluation processes so that they set clear and focused priorities for improvement  improve opportunities for parents to be involved in their child's continuous learning and development.

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the early years provision

There are appropriate arrangements in place to safeguard and promote children's welfare. The childminder has a sound understanding of her responsibilities in protecting children from harm. For example, she knows how to report and monitor any concerns. She ensures all adults living on the premises have undergone appropriate checks and she supervises any visitors to the home so that she keeps children safe. Overall, the childminder maintains a varied range of documentation, policies and procedures. These contribute to meeting children's needs and promote the safe and appropriate management of the setting. The learning environment for children is safe and clean. Through carrying out risk assessments, the childminder identifies potential hazards and this enables her to put in place measures to minimise accidents. However, her risk assessment record does not include all the relevant information, which is a breach of a specific legal requirement.

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the early years provision

The childminder's commitment to developing her practice and service is sound. She has taken some steps to evaluate her service, for example, she reflects on her day and children's response to activities. This has resulted in her identifying a number of areas she wishes to improve. However, her self-evaluation processes are in the early stages of development and they lack direction in regard to prioritising areas for improvement. The childminder understands the importance of promoting an inclusive setting and she welcomes any feedback from parents and children when evaluating her service. For example, through children's feedback she has learnt that they enjoy the childminder being involved in their activities. Through training, seeking advice from other professionals and literature the childminder is exploring different ways to enhance her skills and knowledge. This demonstrates her commitment to promoting her professional development.

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the early years provision

The childminder has positive relationships with the parents. Through sharing and exchanging relevant information, for example, through discussion and daily diaries, the childminder knows children well and she meets their individual needs. For example, through building into the day children's individual routines such as sleep, she promotes continuity for children. Through written policies and procedures, the parents are provided with good information about the service their children receive. Comments from parents are positive, for example, they speak favourably about the family environment created and how happy and settled their children are in the childminder's care. The childminder understands the importance of involving parents in their child's learning. However, children's individual observation and progress records are recently developed; therefore, the childminder is still to share This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

these with parents. The childminder is aware of the necessity of working with others involved in children's learning or care, such as school or health professionals. She has built up positive relationships with school and she regularly shares information regarding children's progress. This means the childminder takes appropriate steps to ensure children receive the best learning opportunities to support their learning, or if they need additional support or help.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder appropriately promotes children's welfare and learning. Satisfactory measures are in place to manage illness, infection and hygiene to promote children's health and well-being. For example, through everyday routines such as hand washing, the children are learning about the importance of adopting good personal hygiene practices. The childminder promotes children's healthy growth and development by providing a varied range of nutritious snacks and meals. The children are encouraged to lead a healthy lifestyle because they have regular opportunities to be active and to access fresh air. For example, children go on walks and they engage in a range of physical activities. For instance, older children enjoy jumping and bouncing on the trampoline and babies have the space and freedom to crawl, roll and reach for toys. The children are developing their coordination and dexterity skills through activities, such as drawing and

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and outcomes for children

manipulating objects that encourage them to twist, turn and press different buttons and knobs.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has positive relationships with the children. The environment for children is welcoming and it incorporates familiar routines. This means children feel safe, secure and happy. Overall, children access a sufficient range of resources and activities that are gradually extending to cover all areas of learning. However, there are few activities, experiences and resources that help children learn about and have a positive attitude towards all aspects of diversity and difference. The childminder provides a selection of resources so that children can make independent choices in their play. The children have a positive approach towards their learning and they enjoy their time in the childminder's care. For example, younger children laugh and babble with excitement when interacting with the childminder and children express their ideas through art and craft activities. The childminder also makes use of resources within the local community to extend

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and outcomes for children

children's experiences, such as local parks and children centre.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder observes the children and she uses these to identify and plan for children's individual learning priorities. This contributes to children making steady progress in their learning. She is involved in children's play and through positive interactions; she encourages children to try new challenges. For example, by introducing balls onto the trampoline she encourages children to jump and bounce to make the balls move, supporting their physical development. The childminder appropriately manages children's behaviour and she has established boundaries so that children know what is expected of them. However, if physical intervention is used to manage a child's behaviour to prevent personal injury, the childminder does not maintain a record of this. Through play, simple explanations and positive This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 role models, the children are learning about sharing and taking turns. Through

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and outcomes for children

positive praise and celebrating children's achievements, they have a positive self- image and good self-esteem. 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 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 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: 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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