Childminder in North Yorkshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY403953 Inspection date 09/12/2010 Inspector Hilary McKenning

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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 2010. She lives with her husband in Gipton, a suburb of Leeds. Most of the ground floor and the first floor bathroom of the property are used for childminding purposes. There is an enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder takes and collects children from school and attends local groups.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder provides care for children on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time, three of whom may be in the early years age group. 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 satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are happy within the childminder's care and they freely choose activities within a safe environment as suitable risks assessments are completed. Children access a variety of resources, although, there are few available to promote diversity and explore differences. The childminder is developing an understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and is beginning to observe children's progress. However, the next steps of children's learning are not identified in order to plan appropriate activities for their future learning and development. The childminder is beginning to monitor and evaluate her practice in order to identify areas for future development. She is developing a positive partnership with parents, sharing information regarding children's individual routines.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop ways to monitor and evaluate practice to improve the outcomes for children  provide more resources that reflect diversity and equality  develop planning, observations and assessment systems to identify next steps and plan for children's individual needs and share this information with parents.

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the early years provision

Children's welfare is appropriately safeguarded as the childminder understands her responsibility. There are suitable procedures in place to be followed, should the childminder have any concerns about the children in her care. Appropriate risk assessments help to ensure that children are kept safe, both within the premises This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and when enjoying outings. Daily checks are completed to ensure the environment is safe and secure. Children are introduced to safe practices and how to keep themselves safe. For example, the childminder explains why rules are needed and children are involved in safety discussions. They are encouraged to think about road safety during their walks and learn safe practices as they use the large play equipment in the park. There is an evacuation procedure in place and children are involved in regular fire drills, helping them to understand the action that they

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the early years provision

should take in the event of an emergency situation. Most of the required documentation for the safe and efficient management of the setting is in place. These include records of children's daily attendance and Criminal Record Bureau disclosures which ensure that all those in contact with children are suitable to do so.

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the early years provision

The childminder welcomes children and their families into her setting. She is developing a positive relationship with parents and works closely with them, sharing information to ensure children's routines are followed. Parents of younger children receive daily feedback of their child's care through information sheets. The childminder is aware of the importance of working in partnership with other providers delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage. However, relationships are yet to be established to ensure continuity for children attending more than one provision.

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the early years provision

The childminder is developing an understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and is beginning to make observations of children's achievements. However, the next steps in children's learning are not identified in order to effectively plan activities and experiences to meet children's individual development needs. The childminder is aware of the importance of continuing to develop her service and is developing a system to monitor and evaluate the service she offers in order to identify areas for improvement.

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the early years provision

The childminder has an appropriate first aid certificate and there are appropriate systems in place to record any accidents and to administer medication. Polices and procedures are in place to ensure children and parents are suitably informed of the service offered. For example, parents are informed of the correct complaints procedure.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and settled within the environment and they share a warm and caring relationship with the childminder. There is sufficient space available for children to move around safely and independently as they negotiate trundle toys around the play area. Children are independent and freely select toys and equipment that are easily accessible, allowing them to follow their own interests and ideas.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder organises the play area appropriately, allowing children easy access to the range of activities available. However, there are limited resources that reflect equal opportunities and diversity. Children have regular opportunities This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 to develop their physical skills as they regularly enjoy outdoor play areas and visit local places of interest. There are appropriate procedures in place to promote the health and safety of the children in her care. For example, children are encouraged to follow hygiene routines that are appropriate in reducing the risk of cross- infection. Children enjoy a range of snacks and appropriate menus are in place that meet children's individual dietary needs, which she shares with parents. Children are also involved in some food preparation, such as making sandwiches, and they excitedly show the buns they have made saying they are saving them for

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and outcomes for children

Children are generally well behaved. They make a positive contribution by becoming involved in all areas of play and readily take turns in placing large plastic nesting beakers together. The young baby giggles and claps her hands as they play together, turning the rattle backwards and forwards. They enjoy looking through a variety of books, smiling as they point to familiar pictures of the dog. Young children are confident as they explore their environment, smiling with satisfaction as they are encouraged and successfully reach the musical toy telephone. Children enjoy a range of books and rhymes as join in singing their favourite songs. They freely access a variety of creative and craft opportunities, proudly showing the model of a caterpillar they made. There is the opportunity for children to explore the immediate environment and they have regular opportunities to enjoy outdoors activities, such as, the play area and toddler group. Children

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and outcomes for children

make a positive contribution by becoming involved in a variety of play opportunities provided and taking part in activities at toddler groups. They are encouraged to share, be kind and have mutual respect for others. 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 3 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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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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