Childminder in Doncaster

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 317734 Inspection date 02/02/2011 Inspector ISP Inspection

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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 1991. She lives with her husband and adult son in Bessacarr, Doncaster. The children have access to the kitchen and lounge as well as the toilet facilities on the first floor level. There is an enclosed garden suitable for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years. There are eight children on roll. She also offers care to children aged over eight years. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

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

The childminder provides a warm and welcoming environment for all children and their families. She has a secure awareness of children's individual needs which ensures she is able to provide a good range of activities and opportunities for all children to gain the most from their play and learning experiences. Systems to monitor children's progress and achievements have been introduced, although these are in the early stages of development. The childminder fosters close working relationships with parents and provides them with appropriate information about her service and their child's care and learning. The childminder demonstrates a commitment to improving the provision for all children. She is beginning to reflect on her practice by using formal self-evaluation systems to identify key strengths and areas for improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop systems to observe and assess children's achievements, interests and learning styles and use these to identify learning priorities and inform planning  continue to develop systems to ensure that self-evaluation identifies the settings strengths and priorities for development that will improve the quality of provision.

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the early years provision

The childminder has an appropriate understanding of her role and responsibility in keeping children safeguarded. For example, CRB checks have been carried out and are in place. She has a range of documentation to support her working practice This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and ensure children are safe and secure within her setting. For example, she has risk assessments in place for the house, garden and for visits, which identify hazards and minimise risks to children.

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the early years provision

Children learn well about healthy practice through the childminder being a good role model and the use of good hygiene routines. For example, the childminder is vigilant in wiping young children's noses, appropriately disposing of the tissues and using antibacterial gel for her hands to eliminate the spread of germs. Children learn well about keeping safe. For example, the childminder uses outings to strengthen children's awareness and understanding of road safety as they talk about when it is safe to cross the road. They also learn to protect themselves with the use of helmets when riding bicycles.

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the early years provision

Children have access to an adequate range of rotated play resources and access to further toys and equipment at the toddler group and children's centre. They participate in a very good range of activities and interesting creative opportunities such as, baking, printing and collage pictures. There is a good balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities to promote children's abilities to be active and creative learners, which help them to make good progress. The childminder has appropriate knowledge and understanding of diversity and equality, and she promotes children's awareness of the local community and the world around them.

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the early years provision

Parents receive appropriate information about the childminder's service and their child's care and learning. Parents are provided with copies of policies and procedures and have access to all written records. Daily diaries provide clear information about children's activities and routines. The recent introduction of individual progress records, once fully in place, will provide parents with further information about their child's development and achievements. The childminder spends time talking to parents and gathering information before a child starts. This enables her to find out about children's interests and starting points and she is then able to plan and provide appropriate activities and resources to include and support each child. The childminder has strong links with other providers, such as, the children's centre, mother and toddler group and other childminders, which promote well the integration of care and education.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and settled in the childminder's care and they have developed warm and positive relationships. Children are well supported in their learning through the childminder's clear knowledge and understanding of each child in her care and she has an adequate knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder interacts sensitively and positively with children to support and promote their language and communication skills.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy a very good range of creative activities. For example, they bake, complete collages, print and draw pictures. Their awareness of the wider world is promoted through visits to the park, soft play area, library and a local toddler group and children's centre. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children explore battery-operated toys and enjoy easy access to the garden to develop their physical skills and coordination. Children's imagination is well promoted as they enjoy participating in role play through the use of small world figures and use the dining room table to make a tent and play at camping. The involvement of parents and other providers in promoting children's progress has a positive impact on children's learning and development.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has started to develop systems to plan and assess children's learning and development and is now beginning to use these to plan the next steps in children's learning. Consequently, children are making good progress.

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and outcomes for children

Children show care and consideration for others. For example, they willingly share and pass crayons to one another and offer drinks to each other. The childminder provides a secure environment for children where they feel confident to express their own needs. They move freely between different play areas and make their own choices from the range of resources available. Through practical activities, they develop their awareness of counting and matching objects. Children engage in outdoor activities and use the available equipment to develop their physical skills and coordination. 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 2 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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