Childminder in Doncaster

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 317852 Inspection date 02/02/2011 Inspector ISP Inspection

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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 2000. She lives with her husband and two children aged twelve and sixteen years, in Doncaster. The whole ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder walks and drives to local schools to take and collect children. The childminder attends the local parent/toddler group. The family has a dog, a guinea pig and rabbit.

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Description of the childminding

There are three places for children in the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder also offers three places for children aged between six and seven years before and after school: this provision is registered on the compulsory and voluntary part of the Childcare Register. Children occupying these places share the same facilities as the children in the early year's age range.

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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

The childminder demonstrates an exceedingly positive attitude towards continued improvement; she sets her standards high and continues to attend relevant training which enhances all aspects of her provision. The childminder has reflected on her practice and sought feedback from parents. The childminder gives the utmost priority to children's welfare, care and learning. She has well-established systems in place that have nurtured good working relationships with parents and others and this ensures children continue to enjoy learning through play in an environment in which they feel safe and secure.

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further?

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

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further?

 request written parental permission, at the time of the childs admission to the provision, to the seeking of any necessary emergency medical advice or treatment in the future 15/02/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 further develop children's understanding of acceptable behaviour for themselves and others This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

The childminder works in partnership with parents and others to safeguard children. She demonstrates a good understanding of child protection and is very confident in her ability to implement procedures effectively in order to protect children. The home is secure, visitors sign in and out of the premises and she has initiated a CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) check for a member of the household who recently reached the age of sixteen. All required documentation is in place and risk assessments identify possible hazards and the action taken to reduce any risks. However, the childminder has not requested written parental permission at the time of children's admission, to seek any necessary emergency medical advice or treatment in the future. This is a breach of requirements.

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the early years provision

The childminder effectively evaluates her provision and its impact on children's learning and well-being. The process includes feedback from parents through questionnaires which are very positive about the quality of care and learning their children receive. The childminder has identified the outside play area for further improvement. The childminder has developed good relationships with parents and other early year s providers to ensure that appropriate information is exchanged. For example, she completes a summary of children s progress to date and provides it to parents and the school nursery to aid their transition and ensure they continue to make good progress.

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the early years provision

Robust planning systems are in place. Observations and assessments are used very effectively to ensure children's next steps are identified and planned for. Developmental journals consist of children's work, photographs and written observations that are clearly linked to the six areas of learning. All About Me forms are completed periodically, though there is no system to record children's starting points at the beginning of a placement. The childminder has completed training in regard to systems to support children with learning difficulties or disabilities and she has worked closely with parents and other professionals to ensure children's individual needs are met effectively. Inclusive practice is promoted effectively by the childminder who promotes equality for all through resources and activities that introduce children to diversity. For example, to introduce children to the Chinese New Year and culture, children tried a Chinese meal with chop sticks and on the

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the early years provision

day of the inspection were given the opportunity to make a Chinese Dragon.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder provides children with an excellent range of activities and play opportunities that include a wealth of experiences away from the setting. For example, they visit group settings, the coast, use public transport, visit markets, woods and parks. Children are able to independently select most resources in an indoor environment that encourages children's interest in letters, numbers, shapes and colours through a range of visual prompts and activities. Children's work and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 photographs are prominently displayed which helps children develop good self esteem and illustrates to parents the wide range of activities children participate in. The childminder ensures that children are kept safe in their environment and during outings through the implementation of policies, procedures and risk assessments. Children are learning about keeping safe through their daily routine,

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and outcomes for children

Older children are reminded to be careful around smaller, less mobile children and encouraged to apologise if they accidentally bump into them. During outings children talk about road safety, not wandering off and not talking to strangers. Children practise an emergency evacuation and talk about safety around water. Children are observed to approach the childminder if they are upset or angry. Children's good health and well being is successfully promoted through discussion and activities that promote regular exercise and healthy food choices. For example, they are encouraged to make healthy choices as they shop for fresh bread, fruit and vegetables to use in their meals and snacks. When asked why they wash their hands they reply: 'We have germs on them.' Children are very active. They benefit from lots of walks and outings. They visit various parks, and learn to control their body as they use large play equipment. Children learn to care for their

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and outcomes for children

environment. They use recycled materials for junk modelling and join children at other settings to plant and grow tomatoes, carrots and peas.

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and outcomes for children

Children are encouraged to behave well and they are reminded to share and take turns by the childminder who promotes this regularly through discussion and example. However, on the day of the inspection, the impact on children's enjoyment and achievement is that there was little time for the childminder to interact fully with individuals in order to support their interest and extend their learning. Children are invited to participate in a craft activity. The aim is to make Chinese Dragons from junk materials. The childminder supports children as they decide to make their own models of popular characters from children's films. They use a range of resources which include paper plates, cartons, boxes, glue, brushes and feathers. The younger children use spreaders and show lots of concentration as they stick coloured paper onto a box, while older children talk about what they are creating and ask, 'Can I take them home to show grandma?' Children

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and outcomes for children

particularly enjoy using mechanical toys. Older children skilfully use a remote control device to control the movement of cars, while younger children explore the remote control and car turning it over to look at how it works. The childminder demonstrates to the younger children how it works and they copy what she does. Children enjoy dressing up in different clothes and take care when they remove them and place them back into the box. Older children enjoy making noises with a megaphone and others take photographs. Younger children show an interest and are encouraged to wait for a turn. Children make and decorate pizza, they take turns using the different toppings, they count the ingredients and talk about what food is good for them. Prior to this, children go to the shop and are given the task of identifying and selecting the different ingredients required. 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 1 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 1 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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