Childminder in East Riding of Yorkshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY233585 Inspection date 06/01/2011 Inspector Kathryn Clayton

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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 2002. She lives in Cottingham, near Hull, with her husband and three children aged nine, seven and four. She uses all of her home with the exception of first floor. There is a rear garden for outdoor play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. Registration is for four children under eight years, of whom, three may be in the early years age range. There are currently 11 children on roll, of whom, seven are in the early years age range. The childminder has a Diploma in Nursery Nursing. Children are taken to local groups, places of interest and for walks in the area. The family have two dogs, but they both live outside. The childminder does not work at the weekend.

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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 secure, homely environment where the childminder effectively meets their individual needs. Most aspects of the learning provision are successful in helping children to make good progress. There are thorough safeguarding procedures which help to protect children's welfare. Strong relationships are developed with parents, although there are minor weaknesses in the partnerships with other providers. The childminder continually evaluates her provision and makes changes which improve the outcome for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further effective working relationships with other providers offering the Early Years Foundation Stage, ensuring information about children's next steps for development are discussed and shared to ensure continuity and progression  develop further children's individual assessments of progress, ensuring they cover all aspects within each area of learning.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a full range of policies and procedures that support the smooth running of her setting. The home is carefully risk assessed with daily safety checks being a part of the routine. The childminder completes training in safeguarding children on a regular basis. Therefore she is up to date with current procedures and can recognise any signs that may cause her to be concerned about a child's welfare. She undertakes additional training to extend her understanding. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 For example, since the last inspection she has improved her knowledge of mark making, physical development and reading for pleasure. The childminder effectively evaluates her service, including the views of children and parents. Parents are asked to complete a questionnaire and to suggest any ideas for improvement. The childminder makes sure she talks to children about their views.

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the early years provision

For example, after they have been on an outing and carefully monitoring the likes and dislikes of very young children.

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the early years provision

Children play in a very attractive, welcoming playroom which has direct access to a large garden. They are confident in the space and play with a wide range of well- organised toys and equipment. The childminder teaches children to be careful with the toys they use. They readily pack away and are involved in recycling items, such as any cardboard packaging. Before children start to attend the childminder finds out full details of their individual needs and routines. Children use books and toys and undertake activities that help them to gain a positive awareness of diversity. For example, they make a puzzle from a photograph of their face and this helps them to learn that everyone is different. There is a strong partnership with parents and they are fully involved and informed about their child's learning. Parents read their child's progress file and baby diary. They contribute information about what

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the early years provision

their child has achieved at home and the childminder works with them to help children make progress. There are established links with the local authority and other providers children attend, although these are not yet fully effective in helping individual children's learning.

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and outcomes for children

Children are very engaged, interested in play and behave well in the positive atmosphere. They are settled and confident in the childminder's care and enjoy their stable routine. The childminder plans a wide range of activities, starting with the interests of the child. She completes a useful initial assessment of children when they first a start to attend, observes children as they play and notes their achievements, although assessments do not always fully reflect all aspects within the areas of learning. Children's language development is very well supported as they play. There is discussion through all activities and children show good developing language skills. They play in a room that is rich in print and numbers and they access a good range of suitable books. Children enjoy sharing stories with the childminder and are cuddled, comforted and praised as they respond to questions. This helps them to feel secure and boosts their self esteem. Mark

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and outcomes for children

making opportunities in the home are good and the childminder makes sure she uses the interests of the children to extend their learning. For example, mathematical skills are developed as a child fills and empties containers. An interest in technological equipment, such as toy telephones, are used to develop skills for the future and to recognise numbers. Children enjoy many opportunities to explore the natural world and their own local community. They attend a number of groups each week and go on walks in country areas. For example, children recently experienced snowy weather when they went sledging in the woods. Children enjoy regular opportunities to explore their senses through play with This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 sand, water, pasta, paint and collage activities. There are very wide range of dressing up clothes which encourage them to play imaginatively. Children start to

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and outcomes for children

learn to behave in safe ways as they are involved in role play about road safety and practise the evacuation of the premises. They start to learn about the benefits of having a healthy lifestyle as they enjoy everyday physical activity, either indoors, in the large garden, or at various groups. Equipment used includes scooters and wheeled toys, a climbing frame, slide, soft play and a variety of small equipment. Meals are provided by parents, but snacks of fresh fruit are available and children drink regularly. The childminder makes sure children wash their hands at appropriate times and provides individual paper towels for hand drying. 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 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 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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