Foggin, Janette

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 320597 Inspection date 22/02/2011 Inspector Cathryn Parry

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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, adult daughter and son aged 17 years in the residential area of Methley in Leeds. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's home is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. She has a dog as a pet. The childminder cares for children on weekdays from 7am to 6pm for 47 weeks of the year.

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Description of the childminding

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. She is currently minding five children in this age group. She also offers care to children aged over five years and is currently six minding children in this age group. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder has established links with the local school and has partnership arrangements in place with other early years settings. She collects children from the local school and attends a couple of toddler groups on a regular basis.

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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 offers a warm and friendly welcome to all children and their parents. All children are included in the wide variety of experiences provided fostering a sense of achievement and enjoyment. Ways of storing the resources are being reviewed. Children have good opportunities to make progress in their learning and development as the childminder supports them well. Systems for monitoring children's achievements are in their infancy. The childminder attends a range of training to ensure continuous improvement is effectively maintained.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve systems for clearly matching observations to the expectations of the early learning goals and consistently identifying the next steps in children's learning  improve the accessibility of resources to promote free choice and independence.

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the early years provision

Children are protected well as the childminder has a secure understanding of safeguarding issues. Regular risk assessments both indoors and out, minimise the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 chance of accidental injury effectively. Children benefit from the knowledge gained by the childminder attending various training courses. They participate in activities fully as furniture and equipment are of an appropriate size. However, although the childminder displays some resources, the majority are not easily accessible to children without asking her for help. This has a negative impact on promoting free choice and independence.

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the early years provision

The childminder speak to parents on a daily basis to ensure they are informed of the activities their children have enjoyed. This enables parents to continue their children's learning at home through similar experiences. The childminder has a secure knowledge of the advantages of liaising with other professionals to meet children's individual needs. Strong links have been developed with other practitioners where children receive care and education in more than one setting. This promotes continuity of care.

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the early years provision

The childminder clearly evaluates her practice to ensure the needs of those attending are well met. She recognises her main strength as being the one to one support she gives to children. She also identifies the storage of resources as an area for improvement. This enables her to source different storage units to enhance her practice. The recommendations raised at the previous inspection have been positively addressed. This has a favourable impact on protecting children.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and implements it effectively. Each of the areas of learning is well resourced. The childminder offers good levels of support to ensure all children receive maximum enjoyment out of the activities. Children share and take turns, for instance when using different cutters with the play dough and playing with the ball in the garden. The childminder's confident approach to equality and diversity actively contributes to children's positive attitudes to the wider community. This is complemented with access to a selection of resources including books and small world figures. Children are developing an understanding of the natural world, for instance when they feed the animals at the farm. The flexible routine gives children the chance to play inside and out. The selection of books made available to children nurtures their enjoyment of the written word. A range of matching,

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and outcomes for children

sorting and sequencing activities promote their problem-solving and numeracy skills. Children are imaginative for instance as the pretend to be a hairdresser with the childminder as the client. Children access interactive resources to nurture their skills for the future.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder plans activities and experiences giving regard to children's interests and capabilities. She has started to develop individual developmental files, which include observations, photographs and pieces of artwork. The system is still in its infancy and the next steps in children's learning, and progress towards the early learning goals are not always noted. This has a slightly negative impact This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the childminder monitoring children's achievements to inform future plans.

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and outcomes for children

Children are cared for in a well-maintained environment, where toys and equipment are cleaned regularly. They experience good levels of supervision and appropriate safety equipment is in place to ensure hazards are reduced. Children are fostering a positive attitude to physical activity through well-planned fun experiences. These include using hoops in the garden, negotiating an obstacle course and exploring large climbing equipment in the park. Parents have the option to provide their children's meals if they wish. Otherwise, the childminder prepares healthy meals and snacks, including pasta dishes, fruit and vegetables. Children are learning good personal hygiene through consistent routines and positive role modelling. The childminder has a very good understanding of relevant policies and procedures, such as the action to be taken regarding a sick child and the administration of medication. This helps to minimise the risk of cross-infection

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and outcomes for children

and safeguards children's health. All relevant documentation with regard to health, including specific dietary needs and consent forms are in place and up to date. These positively promote children's well-being. 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 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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