Childminder in Wiltshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY411366 Inspection date 24/11/2010 Inspector Beverley 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 their two children ages four and half years and eighteen months old, in Bowerhill Melksham, Wiltshire, in a four bedroom house. The Whole house may be used for childminding and there is an enclosed garden for outdoor play. The house is within walking distance of the local amenities. 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 and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register for not more than four children under eight years, at any one time. The childminder currently minds two children in the early years age group on a part-time basis. The registration includes overnight care for one under eight. The family has two cats as pets.

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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 offers an inclusive environment where children settle to be secure and happy. Children make good progress in their learning and development as they enjoy being with the childminder and she observes them closely to be, overall, well aware of their individual needs and interests. The home is well organised to enable children to choose from a range of attractive resources and to be actively engaged in interesting play activities. The childminder has effective partnerships with parents, so that children's learning and welfare needs are effectively met. Required documents are maintained and careful reflection ensures ongoing improvements are made to benefit children.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop an understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and how to effectively plan the next steps in the children's learning and development  develop a range of resources that provides positive images that challenge children's thinking and help them to embrace differences in gender, ethnicity, religion, culture , special educational needs and disabilities

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the early years provision

Children's health and safety is enhanced by the childminder's efficient organisation and her enthusiastic approach to promoting their welfare. Children play in a welcoming and well-organised environment enabling them to become competent, This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 creative learners. They benefit from their own space to play and learn and have easy access to a wide range of resources. The childminder understands fully her responsibilities to protect children. All adults who live in her household are cleared as being suitable to be with children. She is aware of the child protection procedure and who to consult in the event of any cause for concern. The childminder identifies potential hazards to children's safety well, whether on her premises or out in the locality. She adjusts her practice to keep children safe, and keeps a record of risk assessment as required. The childminder has a good

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the early years provision

knowledge of each child's background and ensures all children are included. The childminder has a good understanding of equal opportunities and how to meet the individual needs of all the children. However, she does not have sufficient range of resources to promote diversity and to enable children to develop their understanding of the similarities and differences of people.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a developing awareness of the Early Years Foundation Stage and offers activities in each of the six areas of learning and uses learning journey successfully to evaluate the days' activities and routines which are shared with parents and used to inform future planning. She has started to review the assessment system to gain understanding about next steps for each child across all areas of learning to ensure a balanced curriculum. However, she has indentified that she need to develop a more in depth understanding of the Early Year Foundation stage. She has started to develop effective links with the school that children attend; general information concerning children's welfare is shared to ensure continuity in their care. There has not yet been a sharing of children's achievements in learning, but the childminder has made positive steps towards encouraging a good link. Positive relationships with parents ensure each child's

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the early years provision

needs are well met. Parents are made to feel welcome and are well informed about the setting and many aspects of their children's learning and well-being. Records and documentation to support children's care are maintained and shared with parents. Resources are easily accessible to children and frequently rotated to maintain their interest.

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the early years provision

The childminder has started to evaluate the strengths and areas for improvement in the services that she offers. She has completed a self-evaluation, and has identified some areas for development, such as developing her planning more effectively and further develops her understanding of Early Years Foundation Stage and to be able to meaningfully link the areas of learning to activities and plan the next step in all the children's learning and development. She also plans to strengthening links with other community groups offering the Early Years Foundation Stage; and to attend more training courses where possible to increase her knowledge and skills in childcare. Resources are easily accessible to children and frequently rotated to maintain children interest. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children settle well with the childminder and have confidence to join in conversation and play with others or on their own. The childminder makes herself available to support and encourage the children in their play, for example, when connecting pieces of road and rail track, making telephone with yoghurt pots or helping child use scissors for the first time. Children are active, inquisitive and independent learners and make decisions in their play. The childminder uses her growing knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage to complete observations on the children in her care; developing systems are in place to identify their next steps towards each early learning goal. She plans regular visits to the toddler's groups where they socialise with other children of their age. The childminder's home is organised to give children suitable freedom to choose and develop different activities. For example, they role-play preparing a party for the

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and outcomes for children

childminder and then match the shapes of play food. They later use the dough to make slugs and other animals and shapes. The children benefit from the childminder's enthusiasm and her interaction and involvement in their play. She encourages children's language as they talk together throughout the day, about what they are doing. Children learn the importance of a healthy lifestyle. They enjoy daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. Children enjoy the regular walks to the woods or toddler's group, and playing in the garden, especially when the weather is good. Children enjoy healthy and nutritious meals and snacks and have regular access to drinks and fresh drinking water. Well-established routines for hand cleaning ensure that children adopt good personal hygiene. They know that they must wash their hands after using the toilet or before eating and that the soap is needed to ensure they get clean.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder regularly shares children's achievements with them. Children show pride in art work displayed on notice board in the hall. children are praise and encouraged and are learning to take turns and share. The childminder has a calm, friendly manner and is a positive role model. Children respond well to her expectations to keep themselves safe on outings, for example, by listening and looking when they are crossing the road; practicing evacuating safely from the house in the event of a fire. They follow her lead to be polite, and are encourage to say thank you when required. Through the childminder's constructive support children are developing a very positive self-image. The childminder support children to learn and develop in a safe environment. 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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