Childminder in Barnsley

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY304940 Inspection date 13/01/2011 Inspector Paula Fretwell

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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 has been registered since 2005. She lives with her family in Barnsley. Downstairs rooms are used for childminding and an enclosed garden is available to children 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. She is currently minding one child in the early years age group. She also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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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 well cared for in a friendly, welcoming environment. The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and this enables her to successfully meet children's learning, development and welfare needs. The childminder has some effective systems in place to evaluate the setting's strengths and areas to improve and she is committed to continuous development of the provision. Positive partnerships with parents enable the childminder to promote the individual well-being of each child and she is aware of the benefits of establishing links with others where appropriate to enhance opportunities for children's learning and development.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further the systems for evaluating and monitoring the quality of the provision, for example, through seeking the current views of children and parents.

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the early years provision

The childminder clearly understands how to safeguarding children and she knows the correct procedures to follow in the event of any child protection concerns or allegations. Children are safe and secure through the childminder's assessment of potential hazards and regular safety checks of toys and play areas. Children may not be collected by anyone unauthorised and doors are kept securely locked. Children freely access the space and resources they need to support their play.

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the early years provision

Children develop a sense of belonging and they feel valued because the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 childminder gives high levels of individual attention. Equality and diversity is effectively promoted through the childminder's understanding of each child's needs. Activities and discussion enable children to learn about other people's differences and similarities and resources promote positive and diverse images that reflect our society.

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the early years provision

Resources are varied and the childminder uses reliable sources, such as, toy and book libraries to enhance her range for the children. The childminder is very aware of each child's developmental progress, and this is routinely discussed with parents in order to agree the next steps in their learning. Children's development profiles contain lovely photographs and detailed examples of what the children have been doing, and parents enjoy reading these. The childminder understands the need to develop links with others who have responsibility for the child, although this is not currently relevant to children in her care. The self-evaluation form illustrates how the childminder reflects on her own practice, although this is not recently updated. Parents are invited to complete questionnaires to provide feedback to the childminder, although current feedback from parents and children is not yet incorporated in the childminder's evaluation of the quality of her provision. All

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the early years provision

required documentation is very well organised and supports the childminder's practice well.

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and outcomes for children

Children are very happy, sociable and content in the childminder's care. Secure relationships are in place so that children are confident to make their needs known. Children know the familiar routine of the day and there is a suitable balance of child-initiated and adult-led activities to promote their development across all six areas of learning. Children learn through play and the childminder enables them to have space and opportunities to explore and choose what they would like to do. For example, they enjoy building a tower of bricks and knocking them down again and the childminder helps them to count and recognise colours. Very good attention is given to promoting children's understanding of number, through fun ways. For example, they sing 'five little speckled frogs' and use toy frogs for simple addition and subtraction. Within the daily routine, the childminder maximises opportunities for children's learning. For example, she talks about how

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and outcomes for children

many sandwiches there are for lunch and how many would be left if one was eaten. The childminder has a good knowledge of individual children's preferences and abilities, offering stimulating challenges that interest them. She knows, for example, that if children are interested in trains, to provide resources that capture their imagination, such as, the train track. The childminder enables children to complete simple matching puzzles and offers resources that are progressively harder as their skills advance. She uses mathematical language for children as they sort objects into large, medium and small categories. Children enjoy a range of opportunities outside the home, such as visiting local groups to socialise with others. Opportunities for children to develop their language are created constantly as the childminder chatters, sings and engages in conversation with them. She interprets young children's language well, and reinforces new words for them to

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and outcomes for children

repeat. Children love to sit with the childminder and join in with reading books, This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 turning the pages and pointing at the pictures. Children notice what is happening around them and the childminder discusses things of interest, such as, the window cleaner outside, or a squirrel that might run along the fence.

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and outcomes for children

Children's good health is supported through effective policies, practices and personal hygiene routines. They are encouraged to be aware of what they need, such as, a drink, a snack or their lunch, through appropriate reminders. Children are given simple choices, such as, whether to drink milk or water and the childminder makes sure they drink at regular intervals throughout the day. Children enjoy a wide range of fresh fruit and healthy snacks and the childminder works closely with parents to ensure all dietary needs are met. The childminder sits with the children to eat at the table, modelling good manners and encouraging conversation. The childminder has undertaken training in a programme that promotes children's healthy eating and physical activity. Children are helped to understand how to keep themselves safe in everyday ways, such as, sitting properly on their chairs.

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and outcomes for children

Positive strategies that children understand are used to manage behaviour and the childminder has a calm and patient approach. Children enjoy taking responsibilities for small tasks, such as, helping to put the toys away and they enjoy the childminder's praise and encouragement which helps them feel good about themselves. Good manners are encouraged and the childminder notices if children use them, reinforcing with further praise. Simple house rules are in place to help children to understand acceptable behaviour. 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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