Childminder in Leicester

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY372912 Inspection date 20/01/2011 Inspector Patricia King

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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 2008. She lives with her husband and who is also a registered childminder and their daughter aged six years, in Leicester. All of the ground floor and the third bedroom and bathroom on the first floor of the childminder's house is used. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. Schools, parks, shops and places of interest are within easy walking or driving distance. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities or children with English as an additional language are supported.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight at any one time, of whom no more than two may be in the early years age group. When working with another childminder she is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years, of whom no more than four may be in the early years age group. She is currently minding two children in this age group. She also offers to care for children aged over five to 11 years. The provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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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

This childminder organises her home and daily routines effectively to ensure that children are safe, secure and offered stimulating and varied activities across all areas of learning and development. She takes care to find out all the necessary details to meet children's individual needs, consequently, she knows them well. Children are happy, settled and confident in her care which means they make good progress overall. She fosters positive working relationships with parents providing them with good information about her service and their child's care and learning. She is well prepared to work closely any other providers or agencies working with children to promote continuity of care and development. She is developing systems to evaluate her performance and identify any necessary developments.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the systems that are already in place to ensure that self-evaluation is used effectively to identify strengths and weaknesses in performance and plan ongoing improvement.

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the early years provision

The childminder works in close and effective partnership with her co-childminder to meet the individual needs of all children in their care. A comprehensive and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 detailed range of written policies and procedures to support the effective management of their services is in place and parents are fully informed of these important documents. All necessary records are completed efficiently and parents are provided with written details of the children's daily care and learning. Children are safeguarded effectively because the childminder has a secure understanding of child protection procedures and knows what to do to report any concerns.

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the early years provision

Children's safety in the home and on outings is well protected because the childminder undertakes a thorough daily risk assessment of the premises and supervises children carefully at all times. Systems to evaluate performance are established, however the information gathered is not yet used fully efficiently to drive and secure ongoing improvement. She is committed to personal development and attends regular relevant training to support her services.

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the early years provision

The childminder has formed positive relationships with parents, which means they feel fully informed and included at all times. She has established good partnerships with other agencies involved in the children's lives which supports children's overall development and progress. Systems to sensitively observe, assess and record what children can do are in place and this information is used fully to inform planning for children's next steps in their learning and development.

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and outcomes for children

Children thoroughly enjoy being in the care of this childminder. She has worked in effective partnership with her co-childminder to organise the setting and routines imaginatively. She has created a safe, secure and stimulating environment where children develop their independence and confidence to select toys and activities kept within their reach. Children develop a sense of belonging and build positive relationships with the childminders and each other. Consequently, they feel confident to express themselves, for example, asking for a favourite story, a drink or a comforting cuddle when tired.

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and outcomes for children

Children behave well and are developing a clear understanding of what is right and wrong. They are learning to share, take turns, show care and concern for each other and keep sensible house rules agreed for their personal safety and well- being indoors and outside. Children's health and welfare are effectively promoted because the childminder is a good role model and helps children learn through daily routines. For example, children are learning why careful hand washing after using the toilet and before handling or eating food is important to their good health. She talks to them about healthy eating and provides practical activities to promote their awareness such as growing, gathering and eating their own crops.

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and outcomes for children

Children have many opportunities to use their imagination and creativity as they make models and pictures. They are learning about the natural world around them, the effects of the weather and how things grow. Records of activities show they are exploring and sharing experiences of their own and other lifestyles which means they are learning to respect and value differences. Photographs in their journals evidence they enjoy finding out about their local community and are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 learning about the wider world and their place in it.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder knows the children well, which means their individual needs and abilities are recognised and regarded to ensure all children are fully included and enabled to participate in the daily routines. This partnership provides an interesting and challenging range of activities and opportunities to engage children's interest and help them to make progress in all areas of learning. They have produced colourful detailed records of the children's individual learning journeys to inform parents and others of their achievements and skills. 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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