Childminder in SheffieldOfsted inspection, 19 Nov 2010

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY407238 Inspection date 19/11/2010 Inspector Yvonne Facey

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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 who has two children aged four and five years who stay with them at weekends in Beauchief, Sheffield. All of the ground floor of the childminder's home is used for childminding, in addition to the front double bedroom and bathroom on the first floor. Parents use the front door and there are four steps into the house. Car parking is restricted on the main road in front of the childminder's house. The family has a dog, a rabbit, a hamster and two goldfish. The childminder attends the local toddler group and playgroup. There is provision for outside play in the back garden.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register in addition to the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register and she is appropriately qualified. She is registered to provide care for a maximum of six children under eight years, including overnight care for up to two children at any one time. There is provision for children with learning difficulties and disabilities.

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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

Children are cared for in a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment. There are effective systems in place to identify and meet children's individual needs, ensuring that all children make good progress in their learning. Good information is shared with parents ensuring consistency of care and learning. Partnerships with other providers are being developed. The childminder has begun to evaluate her practice, identifying her strengths and areas for improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 further develop links with other providers delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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the early years provision

There are robust procedures in place to safeguard children and the childminder fully understands her responsibility to keep children safe. The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge and understanding of issues relating to child protection and clear procedures are in place to ensure children are protected from harm. There are comprehensive risk assessments in place which include assessments for outings and visits. The childminder maintains a good standard of hygiene and cleanliness on the premises in order to minimise the spread of infection. Required records for accidents, incidents and administration of This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 medication are completed and shared with parents. Children play with and have access to a very good range of toys and equipment. The childminder knows the children in her care well and recognises their individual needs.

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the early years provision

The childminder is beginning to establish partnerships with other providers. For example, she has verbal discussions with the nursery regarding children's care. The childminder understands the importance of linking with other settings, although this is being further extended to include sharing children's learning. Parents are given good information about all areas of the childminding service including their children's records of achievement. Clear and comprehensive policies and procedures are readily available to them. The childminder maintains good relationships with parents, ensuring there are regular discussions regarding their children's care and learning. The childminder gathers information from parents when children first start in order to establish children's starting points which are used as a base to plan activities and assess children's capabilities. In addition children's development is discussed with parents and they are encouraged to share

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the early years provision

what their children have learnt at home. For example, they are invited to make comments on the childminder's progression feedback sheet and identify any next steps in their children's learning. The childminder demonstrates a positive attitude to diversity and difference and enables every child to access appropriate activities and experiences.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a very positive attitude to her professional development through ongoing training and has begun to self-evaluate her provision.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy, settled and confident in their surroundings. They are making good progress towards the early learning goals because the childminder plans a range of stimulating activities and experiences around their interests. In addition there is a very good balance of child-initiated and adult-led activities. The environment is well organised and a good range of self-selection opportunities are available for children which includes books, role play and mark making resources. As a result children are making choices about their play. Children experience a good sense of belonging through the warm and welcoming environment and close relationship with the childminder.

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and outcomes for children

Children are learning good healthy habits through good discussions daily with the childminder and she is a good role model in practising healthy habits herself. For example, she washes her own hands on appropriate occasions and young children describe that they have germs on their hands and know to wash them after they use the potty. Children understand that certain foods are good for them and how it affects their bodies. For instance, during role play they discus that broccoli is good for you and that food gives you energy. Children have daily opportunities for outdoor play and physical exercise.

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and outcomes for children

Children are supported to assess risks, understand boundaries and keep This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 themselves safe. They learn about fire safety and the procedures for evacuation in an emergency as they regularly practise this with the childminder. In addition the childminder is very good at explaining to children how to keep themselves and others safe. For example, during role play she explains to children that if the water is too hot or too cold it will hurt the baby as they pretend to bath the dolls. Children learn about problem solving, reasoning and numeracy in their day-to-day play. This is promoted through matching, counting games and the use of simple technology. Children enjoy stories and often ask the childminder to read them a story. Babies push buttons in interactive books and clap and laugh as they hear the sounds.

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and outcomes for children

Children are confident communicators and recall past and present events with ease. For example, they describe getting a sticker for opening their eyes when they had their eyes tested. Children are encouraged and praised for their achievements and are generally well behaved. They learn about what is acceptable behaviour through effective strategies and discussions. For example, they understand the basic house rules and remind each other of these. Overall children enjoy stimulating and fun experiences while in the childminder's care. 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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