Childminder in Wakefield

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY413972 Inspection date 08/02/2011 Inspector Jackie Phillips

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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 2010. She lives with her husband and three children aged 11, nine and three years in Pontefract within the district of Wakefield. She is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She may care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, three of whom may be in the early years age range, including one child under one. Currently there are two children on roll, both within the early years age range.

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Description of the childminding

The whole of the ground floor of the property is used for childminding and in addition, a bathroom on the first floor. There is an enclosed rear garden for children to access outdoor play. Children are taken for walks and outings to places of interest within the local community. The family have a pet dog, two rabbits and fish. The childminder 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

Children make good progress in their learning and development. The childminder keeps parents well informed and seeks their permission and written consent for most operational procedures. Partnership working with others has not yet had the opportunity to fully develop. The childminder keeps children reasonably safe with the exception of currently not having all required fire safety equipment in place. The childminder has begun to reflect on her practice and future plans are likely to bring about some improvement to the provision and outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 put in place appropriate fire detection and control equipment; for example, fire alarms, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers and fire blankets, which are in working order (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) 11/03/2011

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further?

 request written parental permission, at the time of the child's admission to the setting, to the seeking of any necessary emergency medical advice or treatment in the future (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare). 11/03/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further resources, activities and learning experiences that raise This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 children's understanding of our multicultural society.

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the early years provision

The childminder is aware of her responsibility to protect children and knows the steps to take if she has any concerns regarding their care, welfare or well-being. She understands safeguarding issues and has national written guidance in place for referral. Additional documentation to support children's safety is in place and used appropriately. For example, records of risk assessments. The childminder has yet to seek parents' written consent for the seeking of any necessary emergency medical advice or treatment that may be necessary for children. She has some fire control equipment in place but not all that is required. This places children at risk. She has devised an evacuation procedure to be able to leave the setting quickly in an emergency. She shares this with children and records the details.

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the early years provision

Parents' wishes are well respected. The childminder ensures she shares information regularly with them. She provides a notice board that displays appropriate information and they have access to a file that includes a varied range of written policies and procedures regarding the operation and management of the provision. The childminder values exchanging information with parents and recognises the benefits for children; for instance, sharing details of children's individual requirements, family photographs and personal details. Partnerships in the wider context have not yet had the opportunity to fully develop. The childminder is fully aware, though, of the importance of working with others in making a combined contribution towards children's achievement and well-being.

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the early years provision

The childminder has begun to consider plans for the future that will enable her to make professional progress and improve the provision. For example, she plans to pursue training to enable her to achieve a qualification at a high level. She has sought the views of parents regarding the service she provides and documents show they are highly satisfied. The childminder observes children and makes assessments of their progress. She uses information to ensure she meets children's individual learning needs and make plans for the next stage in their learning. She ensures she tracks their progress to ensure all areas of learning are systematically covered.

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and outcomes for children

Children are comfortable, content and feel safe when visitors are present. They are able to make their needs known and have the opportunity to make choices and decisions throughout the day. For example, they are involved in play they initiate themselves and make independent selections from the majority of toys and resources provided. They are very well supported to learn through spontaneous learning events combined with the childminder's good use of open questioning. For example, she asks children to count or name colours as they play or identify various parts of their body, such as, eyes, ears and nose. This makes learning fun This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and helps the childminder understand children's starting points, their ideas and capacity for learning.

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and outcomes for children

A typical day involves children in play events and activities that take place within the setting and those that take place outdoors. Children visit local places of interest, such as, the park and groups organised at the children's centre. This helps them become familiar with their local community. There are some resources that help children understand the wider world, although these are limited. The potential for children to discover cultural diversity is not yet fully explored through a varied range of activities and learning experiences. Some toys are provided that help children to develop an awareness of everyday technology. For example, resources that require the child to be interactive to make it work. Puzzles, games and construction materials help children problem solve. Their behaviour is good and they demonstrate that they are curious about their environment and eager to investigate.

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and outcomes for children

Children are involved in regular health and hygiene practices; for example regularly washing their hands as part of the routine. They are provided with meals and snacks that include a good variety of healthy options. They respond well to the childminder and demonstrate a sense of belonging by being familiar with events included in the daily routine, such as, being able to feed the rabbit the leftover fruit skin. Children are helped to understand the importance of accessing resources within their environment; for example, borrowing books from the library. 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 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 2

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 The extent to which children feel safe 3 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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