Tranter, Susan Jane

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY363183 Inspection date 17/01/2011 Inspector Christine Armstrong

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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 2007. She lives in Rugby, Warwickshire, with her husband and two children, aged five and eight years. The whole of the ground floor and one bedroom of the childminder's house is used for childcare purposes and there is a garden available for outside play. The family have two cats.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory part of the Childcare Register. She may care for five children aged under eight years at any one time, of whom, three may be in the early years age group. There are currently three children on roll in the early years age group.

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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 make good progress in their learning and development and enjoy their time in this inclusive setting. The childminder develops effective relationships with parents and there is a good two-way flow of information which ensures that the needs of all children are met and parents are well informed. Effective policies and procedures are followed and safety is maintained and most of the risk assessments are recorded. The childminder has made good progress to develop her service since the last inspection and demonstrates commitment to maintain continuous improvement. However, systematic self-evaluation systems are not yet established in order to embed ongoing internal review.

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further?

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

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further?

 keep a record of the risk assessment clearly stating when it was carried out, by whom, date of review and any action taken following a review or incident. (Documentation) 03/02/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further the use self-evaluation and quality improvement processes as the basis of on going internal review.

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the early years provision

Children are effectively safeguarded. The childminder has completed safeguarding training and is aware of her responsibility to refer any concerns she may have This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 about children's welfare. She has a clear and detailed policy which explains her responsibilities and she has all the necessary information to be able to take the appropriate action if necessary. Risk assessments are completed to keep children safe on outings. In the home and garden hazards are identified and minimised, however, these are not recorded in a written risk assessment. Children's records required for the safe and efficient management of the childminding provision are in place and well managed. Effective arrangements are in place that support children's good health and minimise cross-infection.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good understanding of promoting equal opportunities and has a range of resources to support this. She adapts activities to ensure all children have the opportunity to participate and achieve. Resources are easily available and good use is made of available space to enable children to make choices and decisions in their play. The childminder has effective working relationships in place with parents. She completes a detailed daily diary and developmental folders which offers parents the opportunity to comment on their child's progress and to continue their children's learning at home. Good use is made of local amenities which further enhance children's experiences with the childminder. The childminder does not currently care for children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities but she understands the importance of working closely with other early years professionals to support such children.

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the early years provision

The childminder has established a positive vision for her service, stating that it is extremely important for each child to enjoy and achieve and be well cared for. She is beginning to reflect on her own practice and identifies suitable areas for development. However, self-evaluation systems are not currently established to monitor and evaluate all aspects of the setting.

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and outcomes for children

Children demonstrate that they feel safe, happy and secure as they confidently play well on their own, with each other and with the childminder. The childminder develops a strong knowledge of children's individual needs, such as sleep routines, and ensures that she accommodates these in her daily routines. She is skilled at promoting positive attitudes to learning, ensuring that every child is suitably challenged by the learning experiences provided. Her calm approach and warm and playful interactions motivate young children well and help them to make progress. Children's achievements are confirmed through written observations and are beginning to demonstrate that each child is making good progress.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy a harmonious environment where they learn to share, consider others and recognise and value similarities and differences in themselves and others. They are continually supported to do as much as they can for themselves and to take an active part in daily routines which also develops their understanding of healthy lifestyles. Children help to tidy away toys, preparing food and learn to dress themselves. This also supports children's independence and confidence. Children enjoy trips out into the local community, such as visiting shops and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 choosing books at the local library. This helps them to find out more about the wider world and helps them to grow in confidence in social situations. Children are developing their understating of their own safety. The childminder gives simple and clear explanations about safety during their play and routines. She provides

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and outcomes for children

good levels of support to help them feel safe and secure when visitors are present.

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and outcomes for children

Children are making good progress in developing skills for the future. Younger children are confident to communicate their needs through gestures and emerging vocabulary. They develop an awareness of number names as they join in counting games as they go up the stairs and delight in finding and counting their nose, eyes and fingers. They learn about shape and simple technology as they post different shapes to achieve effects such as sound and lights. Older children demonstrate they know information can be relayed in the form of print as they ask the childminder what the writing on a label says. They count items as they play and show good levels of interest in size and shape as they note the patterns they make in the snow.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy being creative and expressing themselves. They sing and move their body rhythmically whilst making tunes on a toy piano. They express verbally how much fun they are having as they explore and experiment using play dough and describe details in the pictures they draw. Children develop their physical skills playing outdoors on equipment including scooters and a climbing frame. They play imaginatively using a washing basket to create a rocket and robot and they join and construct using a varied range of materials. 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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