Childminder in Bristol

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY152384 Inspection date 10/01/2011 Inspector Debbie Starr

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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 1985. She lives in Henleaze, Bristol. Children have access to all areas of the home. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time, of whom no more than three may be within the early years age range. The childminder is registered on the Early Years register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is currently caring for four children within the age range of the Early Years Register. Most children attend on a part time basis. The childminder makes use of local facilities and places of interest.

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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 effectively identifies, plans and meets the individual needs of each child in her care, enabling her to promote their welfare effectively overall. The childminder's good knowledge and understanding of how children learn supports children to make good progress in their learning and development. Highly positive partnerships with parents ensure continuity in childrens care, learning and development. The childminder is aware of her responsibility to develop links with other early years providers. The childminder demonstrates a clear commitment to continuous improvement through effective self-evaluation that ensures the outcomes for children are good.

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further?

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

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further?

 obtain written parental permission for children to take part in outings

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the early years provision

Appropriate arrangements ensure adults in the household have undergone suitable vetting procedures. The childminder has a good knowledge of child protection issues and understands the procedures she should follow if she has a concern about a child. Consequently, children's well-being is safeguarded well. Thorough daily visual checks and the removal of footwear at all times in the home ensure children are cared for in a safe, secure and hygienic environment. Most appropriate documentation is in place and shared with parents. Appropriate records are kept for assessment of risk for all areas of the home and outings, parental permission for outings however, have not been obtained. Children are eager to explore the interesting range of resources that are easily accessible and reflect their interests. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Weekly visits to the zoo, Downs area and re-cycling centre promote children's

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the early years provision

awareness of their local community. Children from a young age access interesting resources and participate in thoughtful and regular activities that promote an awareness of diversity and the wider world.

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the early years provision

The childminders demonstrates a clear commitment to her continuous improvement through effective evaluation of her practice. She has addressed the recommendations from her last inspection. Regular reading of early years publications, access to the Ofsted website and training keeps her up to date and develops her understanding of current issues within early years such as, safeguarding and behaviour management.

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the early years provision

The childminder builds highly positive relationships with parents. They are well informed about her practice through frequent discussion and some written policies and procedures. She regularly exchanges information about children's interests and achievements through a 'My Day' sheet. Parents are given frequent feedback as to each individual child's next steps in learning and share information as to their child's interests and achievements at home. Parent's views are sought as to how her practice can develop. The childminder is aware of her responsibility to make links with other early years providers that children attend, however this does not apply at the time of the inspection.

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and outcomes for children

Children are secure, happy and confident at the childminder's because she knows the children well and meets their individual needs. Children make good progress because the childminder uses her observations of what children know and do to effectively identify and support their individual next steps in learning. Thorough discussion with parents alongside focused observations when children first commence ensures that they make good progress in relation to their starting points and capabilities. The childminders interaction supports children's learning and development ensuring they are stimulated and intrigued by resources and activities at their own level. For example, children eagerly focus on a range of puzzles of differing complexity. The childminder's good knowledge of the children enables her to support their individual learning, ensuring each child is introduced to appropriate new challenges such as, recognition of different shapes. Children's

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and outcomes for children

interest in placing objects inside containers and other objects is promoted effectively through a wide range of small world play resources which enable them to post objects through, place inside and open and close. Children are curious about cause and effect and develop problem solving skills when placing balls repeatedly on a press response toy and watch as it slides down, repeating the action. Children re-enact their daily experiences through their imaginative play and develop an awareness of everyday technology when using mobile phones. Children's emerging language is promoted and extended as they enjoy looking at books. They repeat familiar words and attempt new ones whilst sitting comfortably with the childminder. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children develop an understanding of healthy lifestyles through daily opportunities to be in the fresh air either on local outings or in the garden. Visits to local parks

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and outcomes for children

extend opportunities for physical play. Children enjoy singing and action songs and spontaneously move their arms in circular and twisting movements. Young children are fed, sleep and have their nappies changed according to their individual needs. Children are monitored frequently when sleeping. Children enjoy snacks and freshly prepared meals made from predominantly organic produce. They access drinks freely throughout the day from their own drinking cups and are developing an awareness and understanding of good hygiene routines at an early age. Frequent practise of the emergency evacuation procedures, diligent supervision of children when learning to negotiate stairs and steps around the house and developing awareness of safety when on outings promotes children's understanding of how to keep themselves safe. Children's confidence and self- esteem increases due to the frequent praise and consistent and calm approach by

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and outcomes for children

the childminder. Young children are supported well to understand what is expected of them and they are starting to share. They listen, follow instructions and respond through their emerging language to direct questions and suggestions and as a result develop skills for the future. 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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