Pritchett, Julie Anne

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY357603 Inspection date 08/02/2011 Inspector Tracey Boland

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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 2007. She lives with her family and child aged 10 in a residential area in Coventry. There are shops and schools within easy walking distance. The whole of the ground floor and first floor bathroom are used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. There are currently two children attending who are within the Early Years Foundation Stage, all of whom attend on a part-time basis. The childminder also offers care to children aged over five years. She is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder has procedures to support children with lspecial educational needs and/or disabilities, and who speak English as an additional language. She is a member of the National Childminding Association and is able to take and collect children from local schools and pre-schools.

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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 and settled and good relationships have been formed with the childminder. She observes children's achievements and uses some of this information to plan appropriate activities to help them to progress. Parents are given daily feedback about their child's day and she uses information from parents to influence routines to ensure their needs are met. Some of the paperwork required for effective care of the children is not in place. The childminder is beginning to use self-evaluation to develop her practice and is committed to improving her service. Safety has been addressed in most areas.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure that regular sensitive observational assessments are undertaken and use the information obtained to identify children's individual next steps and plan appropriate activities to enable them to make progress  ensure the garden is safe and children cannot leave unsupervised  develop systems for conducting risk assessments that include anything with which a child may come into contact  lead and encourage a culture of reflective practice, self-evaluation and informed discussion to identify the setting's strengths and priorities for development that will improve the quality of provision for all children. 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 provides a welcoming, caring environment for the children and close relationships have been formed between them. All required information about the children is held by the childminder enabling her to meet their individual needs. The childminder demonstrates a firm understanding of her role with regard to protecting children in her care from abuse and neglect and a written child protection policy is in place and shared with parents. Procedures are in place to ensure that children are not left unattended with unvetted adults. Risk assessments are in place although the information is minimal and the childminder has not included the fence panel in the garden which is missing, this may impact on children's safety when outdoors. Children's welfare is protected in the event of an accident as the childminder holds a valid first aid certificate and is able to confidently deal with any incidents.

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the early years provision

Parents are provided with policies and procedures that outline her ethos of care. The childminder chats to parents on a daily basis and listens to their views about the service should they wish to discuss anything; however, this information is not always used effectively to fully support children's well-being. The childminder supports the children's learning with a variety of resources that challenge and encourage their learning which are suitably arranged to enable children to self- select and make informed choices with regard to their play. The environment is relaxed and well organised and allows free movement for the children.

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the early years provision

The childminder has personal experience of caring for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and understands the importance of obtaining detailed information from parents about their needs. She demonstrates an understanding of the need to work in conjunction with other professionals involved in a child's life to ensure continuity of care.

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the early years provision

The childminder is aware of the importance of self- evaluation but the processes for doing this are still being developed. The childminder seeks the views of the parents about the care provided although the information is not used effectively to enable her to continually develop the service.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has formed firm relationships with the children she cares for and has developed an understanding of their likes and dislikes through discussions with the parents. All required documentation needed for the effective care and welfare of the children is obtained and information relating to the Early Years Foundation Stage is displayed to keep them informed about children's development. The childminder completes observations and assessments of the children's development which she shares with parents, however, the information is not evaluated or used to inform planning or identify their future learning needs. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children's confidence is continually encouraged through praise and positive reinforcement they receive from the childminder. They are encouraged to take care of the toys and to share and take turns and behaviour is lovely. Children learn

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and outcomes for children

all about the wider world through the activities, discussions and celebrations that take place throughout the year. Parents are also encouraged to share information about their culture and positive images are apparent in the resources provided.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy very good relationships with the childminder and actively seek cuddles and affection. They enjoy listening to their favourite stories and they join in with familiar text. Children enjoy creating using a variety of materials and they are able to take their creations home with them. They freely access resources as they are stored at child height in boxes and the children offers support for younger children. They learn numbers and simple addition and subtraction during activities such as cooking, where they are actively involved in weighing and measuring ingredients.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn about safety within the home and when out and understand the importance of waiting for the 'green man' before they cross the road. A clear emergency evacuation procedure is in place and practised ensuring their continued safety in an emergency. Children enjoy accessing the garden and get lots of fresh air each day especially when visiting the local park and feeding the ducks. They continually develop their physical skills when they use the garden equipment such as the balls, bean bags and when using the trampoline.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn consistent routines with regard to hygiene, for example, washing their hands after using the bathroom and after messy play. The childminder demonstrates suitable procedures for nappy changing which sensitively meet the needs of the children. A menu is in place should parents wish the childminder to provide foods. Healthy snacks are provided and drinks freely available to ensure children stay hydrated. 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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