Maclean, Jane

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 510550 Inspection date 16/12/2010 Inspector Tracey Boland

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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 2001. She lives with her family and child aged 10 in a residential area in Coventry, close to the city centre. There are shops and schools within easy walking distance. The whole of the ground floor and first floor bathroom are used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. There are currently three children attending who are within the Early Years Foundation Stage, all of whom attend on a part-time basis. The childminder also offers care to children aged over five years. She is registered on the Early Years Register and on the compulsory part of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder has procedures to support children with learning difficulties and/or disabilities, and who speak English as an additional language. She is a member of the National Childminding Association and is able to take and collect children from local schools and pre-schools.

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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

Children are happy and settled in the childminder's care. She is beginning to observe children's achievements and uses some of this information to plan appropriate activities to help them to progress. She keeps parents informed about what their children are doing and obtains basic information about their needs and routines.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Some of the paperwork required for effective care of the children is not in place. The childminder is beginning to use self-evaluation to develop her practice and is committed to improving her service. However, not all welfare requirements are being met as the childminder does not hold a valid first aid certificate.

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further?

To meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 ensure a current first aid certificate is obtained. (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 28/01/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 lead and encourage a culture of reflective practice, self-evaluation and informed discussion to identify the setting's strengths and priorities for This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 development that will improve the quality of provision for all children  develop further the systems for observing children and use the information gained to plan for their individual learning needs  develop further the systems for obtaining information from parents regarding their child's starting points in their learning and use the information to plan effectively for individuals.

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the early years provision

The childminder provides a welcoming, caring environment for the children and close relationships have been formed between the children, the childminder and their peers. All required information is held by the childminder which enables her to meet their individual needs on a daily basis. The childminder demonstrates an understanding of her role with regard to protecting children in her care from abuse and neglect. A brief written child protection policy is in place and shared with parents. Children are not left unattended with unvetted adults. However, children's welfare is not protected in the event of an accident as the childminder does not hold a valid first aid certificate and is therefore not aware of current practice.

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the early years provision

Parents are provided with brief policies and procedures and the childminder listens to their views about the service should they wish to discuss anything; however, this information is not always used effectively to fully support children's well-being. The childminder supports the children's learning with a variety of resources that challenge and encourage their learning. These are stored at child height to encourage the children to self-select and make an informed decision about their play. The environment is relaxed and spacious and allows free movement.

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the early years provision

The childminder has experience of caring for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and understands the importance of obtaining detailed information from parents about their needs. She demonstrates a commitment for working cohesively with other professionals involved in a child's life, to ensure their needs are continually met. Relationships have been formed with the local pre- school group where one of the children attends.

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the early years provision

The childminder is aware of the importance of self-evaluation but the processes for doing this are still in their infancy. Time is spent talking to parents, seeking their views about the care provided, although, the information gained is not used effectively to enable her to continually develop the service.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has formed clear relationships with the children she cares for and understands their likes and dislikes. She ensures that she discusses their individual needs and their development with their parents although she does not use the information about the starting points in their learning plan effectively. Brief planning is in place but children enjoy a variety of age appropriate resources and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 activities that stimulate and interest them. Although observations of the children are completed periodically, the information does not effectively reflect what they have gained from the activity, nor identify their future learning needs.

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and outcomes for children

Children's confidence and self-esteem are continually encouraged through the praise and positive reinforcement from the childminder. They learn to take turns, share and to value each other whilst socialising. They learn about diversity and the wider world through discussions and activities that take place throughout the year. Parents are also encouraged to share information about their culture and the celebrations that take place. Children have the opportunity to try a variety of foods from different countries and to visit temples and other buildings as part of their learning.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy role play and dressing up as their favourite characters. They freely access resources that extend their play, for example, dolls and shopping items as part of their imaginative play; talking to their 'babies' and getting them ready for the visits they are planning. They seek support from the childminder who encourages their thought processes and language development through her questioning, for example, when completing puzzles she asks what shape they are, the colour and how many pieces there are. Children continually develop their numeracy skills through a variety of activities, such as, through songs and rhymes, counting the pieces when completing jigsaws and counting everyday objects.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn about safety within the home and when out and a clear emergency evacuation procedure is in place and practised. They enjoy accessing the garden and get lots of fresh air each day. They learn the importance of being active and use the large climbing apparatus and equipment at the park and groups they attend.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn about healthy eating through discussion and cooking activities and they follow consistent routines with regard to hygiene, for example, washing their hands after using the bathroom and after messy play. The childminder demonstrates suitable procedures for nappy changing which takes into account children's dignity and comfort. 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 4 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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