Childminder in Bristol

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY414415 Inspection date 08/03/2011 Inspector Tracy Bartholomew

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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. She lives with her partner and two children in Windmill Hill, Bristol. Children have access to all areas of the home. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children at any one time and is currently caring for one child within the Early Years range on a part time basis. The childminder is registered on the Early Years register, compulsory part of the Childcare Register and voluntary part of the Childcare Register. The childminder takes children to local places of interest.

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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

Children are making good progress towards the early learning goals in most areas of learning. They have good relationships with adults and play well with their peers. Children are motivated and interested in a broad range of activities which in turn promotes their development well overall. The childminder knows the children's routines well which as result means children are happy and safe whilst in her care. The childminder has commenced her systems of self-evaluation and is keen to establish these further, she is committed to further training which as a result places her well to maintain continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 extend resources and activities that help children learn about cultural diversity, disability and the wider world  undertake sensitive observational assessments in order to plan to meet children's individual learning needs.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrate a high level of commitment to promoting children's safety. She has good arrangements for safeguarding children, such as risk assessments. Effective procedures are in place for identifying any child at risk of harm and the childminder is fully aware of who she needs to liaise with. The environment in which children are cared for and educated is safe and supportive. Children are taught to be safety conscious without being fearful and they are developing their understanding of how to keep themselves safe through play.

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the early years provision

The childminder has good systems in place to promote equality and diversity. She This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 has a good knowledge of each child's background and needs, which as a result enables her to extend development well in relation to their starting points. She uses her knowledge well to inform planning and to ensure that all children are included and valued. Resources are good overall, although weaker in relation to positively reflecting children's understanding of ethnicity, race and disability. Nevertheless, they are fit for purpose, plentiful and support children's learning and development and the childminder taking appropriate steps to ensure resources and the environment are sustainable.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a highly positive relationship with the parents. Relationships are well-established which as a result enables the childminder to maintain and meet the children's individual needs. Parents are kept well informed about their children's achievement, well-being and development. The childminder understands the need to communicate with other professionals involved in the care and learning of the children, to maintain continuity of care however, as of yet does not have any children attending any other provision. The childminder has undertaken an accurate diagnosis of the strengths and weaknesses of her current practices. She is confident about what the setting needs to do to improve further and demonstrates a commitment to embedding her ambitions.

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and outcomes for children

Children clearly feel safe, confident and secure in this setting. The childminder is committed to promoting children's learning, social, physical and economic well- being very well. She is attentive to their needs and hands on with the children at all times, meeting their individual requirements throughout. Children all receive good one to one support and comfort is consistently available. Good quality interaction and well organised routines enables all children to become secure and confident in the setting.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder ensures that she obtains a good insight to the child and their development status on initial meeting with the parents; this enables her to plan confidently to meet the individual needs of the child. Development records are in place for the children attending, however these are in their infancy and lack some rigorous assessments. Nevertheless they do contain snap shot observations and photographs of the children engaged in activities which cover the six areas of learning. Parental observations are included in the records which promote a united approach to the assessment process.

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and outcomes for children

Children are at ease at the setting, they respond well to the activities on offer. They are absorbed and engaged in creative materials inside and out of the home, such as forming animal shapes out of dough, exploring with the dinosaurs and fish in the water and creating patterns in the sand. In addition they become excited when the childminder demonstrates how the ball can go down the guttering tube and enthusiastically the children try this new skill for themselves. Ample amounts of laughter and communication demonstrates how excited the children are. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children enjoy listening to nursery rhymes and songs on the CD player, they confidently sing along to the known songs and create their own musical versions. Children's colours and development in early counting skills is well promoted and supported as the childminder joins in with baking cakes for birthdays in the role

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and outcomes for children

play area and they enjoy stories together. Children have daily opportunities to play outdoors in the safe and enclosed garden which has a good range of resources including art easels, scooters and chalk. Children have regular outings in the local environment, such as attending local children's groups, library sessions and trips to the parks. This encourages them to be active on a regular basis whilst developing their physical skills.

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and outcomes for children

Children's welfare is well promoted. They play in a clean, secure and comfortable homely environment. They have their dietary needs well maintained through the childminders commitment to providing healthy and nutritious meals. They benefit from regular fresh air and exercise and understand the basics of how to keep themselves healthy, washing their hands prior to eating for example. 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 2 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 2 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 2 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 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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