Ughratdar, Yasmin

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY406786 Inspection date 25/01/2011 Inspector Wendy Fitton

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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 2010 and lives with her husband and two children aged 10 and six years. The premises are in the Blackburn area of Lancashire within easy reach of public transport, shops, parks, schools and community resources. Children access all areas of the house.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years. There is currently one child attending in the early years age range. She 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

The childminder has satisfactory knowledge and understanding of meeting children's individual needs. The planning, observations and assessment procedures for individual children, as they progress towards the early learning goals, are in the development stages. There are positive relationships with parents to engage them in aspects of the organisation and keep them up-to-date and informed of their children's routines. Policies and procedures for the safe and efficient management of the provision are in place and support children's safety and well-being. The childminder is beginning to identify some of her strengths and is in the process of prioritising areas for improvement to further promote the outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop a culture of reflective practice and self-evaluation to identify strengths and priorities for development that will improve the quality of the provision for all children  continue to improve understanding of the early learning goals as well as observational assessment and planning to meet each child's needs.

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the early years provision

Children are protected and safeguarded because the childminder is aware of her role and responsibilities in protecting children from serious harm or abuse, as she follows the local safeguarding procedures. She has a written policy that includes information for parents in the event of any allegations against the childminder. There are appropriate systems in place to manage and eliminate risks. Children are secure in the premises and the deployment of resources is satisfactory. Children are safe in the setting through the placement of safety equipment. They feel safe and are comfortable in the environment because of reassurance and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 encouragement from the childminder. They are confident to play and approach the childminder for any support. The environment is planned to enable the children to move freely and use suitable equipment, furniture and toys to support their

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the early years provision

The childminder shows commitment to supporting and enabling children to develop and learn. She has made links with her local childminding development worker who supports her with organisational procedures. She has contact with other childminders in the local area. The childminder recognises some strengths and weaknesses and has started to reflect on her practice with support. However, the system of self-evaluation to promote continuous improvement of the provision and outcomes for children is still developing.

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the early years provision

The childminder has started to develop partnerships with parents. She talks to parents on a daily basis and informs parents of their children's routines and experiences. Parents have access to all policies and procedures and are involved with initial visits and induction procedures. All families are welcomed and included in the organisation. Children have easy access to all toys, activities and facilities and learn about their local community and differences in people around them. Children are able to play, rest and eat in comfort and safety according to their needs.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and secure and enjoy their time in the childminder's care. She creates a calm, welcoming environment where children are encouraged to develop. She talks to and reassures children throughout the day and works to a flexible routine so children feel a sense of belonging. The childminder has sound knowledge of child development and provides a range of experiences and learning activities. The childminder gathers relevant information from parents in order to plan for children's individual needs and interests. She observes children during their play and activities and is beginning to link these to the six areas of learning. However, the system for planning, observation and assessment is in the early stages and the childminder is motivated to further develop her own knowledge and understanding of the early learning goals, in order that children make progress to their full potential.

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and outcomes for children

Children's personal, social and emotional needs are met through experiences and activities within their local community. They socialise with other children when visiting other local childminders. Children feel welcome and secure as the childminder gives lots of close physical contact and supports and encourages the children during their play. Children develop their language and communication skills as the childminder talks to them all the time and asks questions. She encourages children to repeat familiar words and points out familiar objects and sings repetition rhymes. Children access a range of books and begin to learn to turn pages and recognise familiar objects. They learn to operate simple technology toys as they press buttons, twist and turn switches and knobs to activate sounds, music and lights. They open and close doors on the toy cars. Children are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

supported with their physical development as they learn to sit up unaided, and they have good space to move, stretch and reach. Children learn about their outdoor environment as they watch the cars, vans and wagons around their local area; they feed the ducks, look at trees and learn about the different weathers and the seasons.

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and outcomes for children

Children are provided with a balanced diet according to their needs and in liaison with their parents. They begin to learn about appropriate hygiene practices through nose wiping and hand washing. Children's behaviour is managed in a way that supports their understanding of what is right and wrong and in accordance with their individual ages and stages of development and understanding. The childminder works to positive strategies allowing children to calm down and move away from what is causing the concern. The childminder presents as a good role model who is calm and sensitive to all needs. 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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