Childminder in Bristol

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY218316 Inspection date 15/02/2011 Inspector Debbie Starr

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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 registered in 2003. She lives with her husband and eight-year-old child in Sea Mills, Bristol. All areas of the childminder's home are used for childminding.There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The family have a pet cat. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is currently caring for four children within the age range of the Early Years Register. All children attend on a part time basis. The childminder makes use of local facilities including toddler groups, library, parks and local places of interest. She takes children to and collects from local pre-schools.

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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 effectively identifies plans and meets the individual needs of most children in her care, enabling her to promote their welfare and development well overall. The childminder's good knowledge and understanding of how children learn supports them to make good progress in their learning and development overall. Good partnerships with parents ensure continuity in children's care, learning and development. Partnerships with other early years providers are well established. The childminder demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous improvement. Effective self-evaluation enables the childminder to target well- chosen areas for development that ensure the outcomes for children are good.

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further?

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

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further?

 extend opportunities for children to recognize their own and others unique qualities through meaningful experiences that fully embrace their diverse cultural backgrounds.

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the early years provision

Appropriate arrangements ensure all adults in the household have undergone suitable vetting procedures. The childminder's good knowledge of child protection issues and her understanding of the procedures to follow if she has a concern about a child ensures arrangements for safeguarding children are robust. Daily visual checks of the premises and monitoring of equipment, such as smoke This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 detectors, ensure children are cared for in a safe and secure environment. Appropriate documentation is kept for the assessment of risk for all areas of the home and outings. All required records are well maintained, organized and shared with parents. Children easily access a wide range of good quality toys and resources that support their play and reflect their interests. Visits to a variety of local groups, parks and library promote children's awareness of their local

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the early years provision

community. The childminder has a good knowledge of individual children's backgrounds and needs overall. Children play with a varied range of resources that reflect diversity and participate in regular experiences and activities that promote an awareness of the wider world. However, these experiences do not fully embrace the cultural diversity of all children attending.

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the early years provision

The childminder clearly demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous improvement through effective self-evaluation, which is well targeted in most areas of her practice. She is committed to developing her understanding of early years through training, discussion with other providers, advice given by the local early years advisors and views of parents; for example, she has undertaken training to develop and improve her understanding of the assessment process for children's development, which has had a significant impact upon her evaluation of children's achievements and identification of their learning priorities. As a result, the outcomes for children are good. Recommendations from the last inspection have been addressed fully. Future areas for improvement have been clearly identified through her use of the Ofsted self-evaluation form. These include plans to extend children's learning outside through a Forest School session in the garden.

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the early years provision

The childminder builds good relationships with parents, who are very appreciative of the care given and progress their children make. They are well informed of her practice through ongoing discussion and written policies and procedures. Frequent discussion, access to written observations and exchange of information about children's achievements and progress ensures that each child is valued and overall their individual needs are identified and met. Partnerships with other early years providers that children attend are effective; information is regularly shared and used to promote children's achievements and well-being.

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and outcomes for children

Children are secure, happy and confident at the childminder's. She knows the children well and meets their individual needs. Children make good progress because the childminder uses her observations of what children know and do to effectively identify and support their individual next steps in learning. Focused discussion with parents alongside observations when children first commence ensures that they make good progress in relation to their starting points and capabilities. The childminders interaction supports children's learning and development, ensuring they are stimulated and intrigued by resources and activities that reflect their interests. Children's interest in animals is used effectively to encourage involvement in craft activities. Children learn to manoeuvre and use a glue stick effectively to place self chosen body parts onto a range of animal masks. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

They are encouraged through good use of open-ended questions to sort and match animals to a variety of habitats when playing with a farm. Children's language is extended through the introduction of new words such as chameleon. Children develop problem solving skills as they manoeuvre a number of wooden shapes through a 3 dimensional puzzle. Children initiate and engage in their own play. They construct models using their own ideas and are encouraged to develop their mathematical language when making comparison between different sized pieces. Children enjoy looking at books, listening to rhyming words and give meaning to different facial expressions. Children are offered suitable challenges to develop their understanding of number by counting legs on a variety of different animals.

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and outcomes for children

Children develop an understanding of healthy lifestyles through daily opportunities to be in the fresh air either on local outings, walks or in the garden. Visits to local parks extend opportunities for physical play. Children's eagerness to develop throwing skills inside is supported well through encouragement to roll balls on the floor. Children enjoy healthy, nutritious and balanced snacks and freshly prepared meals. They can access drinks freely throughout the day from their own drinking cups. Children's awareness and understanding of good hygiene routines is promoted well from an early age, through singing songs about hand washing. Regular practise of the evacuation procedures and ongoing discussion and reminders about personal safety when on outings promotes children's understanding of how to stay safe; for example, when crossing roads and coming into contact with dogs. The consistent and calm approach of the childminder and

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and outcomes for children

the frequent praise she gives the children increases their confidence and self- esteem. Children's achievements are recognised and they develop a sense of pride when presented with stickers for positive behaviour. Young children form strong attachments to the childminder. They understand what is expected of them and their behaviour is good. They listen and follow instructions and are eager to take turns and play cooperatively with all those around them. Consequently children develop good skills for the future. 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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