Corina Jade Slater

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY406497 Inspection date 06/10/2010 Inspector Debra Dahlstrom

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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 partner and two adult children in Leyland. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding; there is also an enclosed rear garden for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time of which three may be in the early years age range. There are currently two children on roll of which one is in this age group. The childminder is also registered on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The family has a dog. The childminder has completed the required training.

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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 values the uniqueness of all children in her care. She has only recently begun to childmind and therefore is developing her knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework. She successfully promotes many aspects of the welfare and learning and development requirements. The childminder has identified some areas for development as she begins to reflect upon and evaluate her childcare practice. Partnerships with parents are suitably promoted, and at present children do not attend other settings. Detailed risk assessments are in place, although some outings are omitted.

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further?

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

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further?

 provide information to parents and carers on the steps to be followed in the event of a child going missing and allegations made about a member of the household so they are aware of these procedures  develop further, systems for establishing children's starting points and observations of children's progress in order to plan for their learning  update the record of risk assessment to include any assessments of risks for outings and trips.

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the early years provision

Young children are suitably safeguarded as the childminder supervises them well. A record of all visitors is kept and those without appropriate checks are never left unsupervised with children. She helps children to learn about ways to play and move around the home safely. The childminder is familiar with the child protection procedures to follow in the event of any concerns. There are, however, several matters which effect safety overall for children. Risk assessments include most of This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 the relevant details for the home and garden but arrangements for some outings are missing. Although policies are organised well and most procedures are in place, not all include comprehensive information for sharing with parents. For example, the steps to be taken in the event of allegations made against members of the household or if a child were to go missing.

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the early years provision

Young children confidently explore their environment as they move around the home. They seek out their favourite toys from a suitable range of good quality play materials. The childminder is careful to include all children in the activities; she ensures they are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Despite childminding for only several weeks the childminder has made a concerted effort to record a number of observations of children's development and gives some thought to how she may plan for the next steps in their learning. She has also begun to discuss children's starting points with parents. A written daily diary ensures a simple written record of the activities children have taken part in, are shared with parents at the end of the day. The childminder is keen to undertake further training in implementing the Early Years Framework, as she recognises this is an area for development. She has very recently started to complete a self-

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the early years provision

evaluation document and sought the support of the Local Authority to assist her. Parent s feedback that they are happy with the care their children receive and the progress they are making. Although none of the children currently attend other settings, the childminder understands the need to work in partnership with others to complement the delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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and outcomes for children

During the short time young children have been in the childminder s care they have made steady progress. They confidently and safely explore their environment. She supervises them well and helps them to manage their surroundings whilst recognising their need to be independent. They help to tidy away toys before snack time, for example, or wipe their own hands. Young children have well developed social skills as the childminder is a good role model.

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and outcomes for children

There is a strong bond developing as the childminder is warm and caring. She knows about the children's individual interests and uses these to plan a range of activities. Young children love to play with farm animals and so the animal jigsaws offered, provide opportunities for matching games. She encourages them to match the sounds the animals make as they correctly put together the pieces. Simple number games enable young children to count to five with adult support. Playing with bubbles is a game the children enjoy. They are given gentle guidance as they attempt to put the plastic wand into the container and successfully blow to create the bubbles. Therefore, young children are helped to develop both physical and cognitive skills for their future learning.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder plans a varied range of activities that children enjoy and also support their development, such as creative play, baking, visiting toddler groups or indoor adventure play sessions. Children's developing knowledge of the wider This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 world is supported as they visit the local pond to feed the ducks and help to buy the ingredients to make a 'bird cake feeder' to hang in the garden. Although the children are still quite young, the childminder involves them in everyday routines that help them learn about recycling materials and caring for their environment.

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and outcomes for children

Healthy lifestyles are promoted as the childminder is careful to ensure young children's routines take into account an appropriate balance of activity, rest and sleep. She is enthusiastic in her practice and continues to develop a broad range of nutritious food options for young children. These are colourful and attractively presented and using reward charts for eating 'five a day' encourages healthy choices. 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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