Throupe, Sarah Louise

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY415798 Inspection date 02/03/2011 Inspector Mr Rasmik Parmar

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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 in a house in Cullingworth, Bradford, West Yorkshire. The whole of the ground floor and the bathroom and one bedroom on the first floor is available for childminding purposes. There is an enclosed garden available for outdoor play. Local amenities include parks, library, shops, schools and nurseries and the childminder's premises are situated close to transport links.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary part of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years, of these, three may be in the early years age group with one child under one year. The childminder may provide overnight care.

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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 good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder actively implements a good range of activities and learning opportunities that incorporate children's interests, although, children's assessment records do not always evidence her good practice. Links with other settings providing the Early Years Foundation Stage have not been established. The childminder uses a self-evaluation system to identify areas for further development as part of maintaining continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further assessment records for children to more clearly show their progress towards the early learning goals  develop links with other providers where children attend more than one setting to ensure consistency and coherence in children's learning.

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the early years provision

The childminder protects children from harm or neglect as she is aware of her responsibilities and has a good understanding of the Local Safeguarding Children Board's policies and procedures. Children are kept safe because of the childminder's use of safety equipment and her awareness of potential hazards to manage risks to the children. She undertakes risk assessments to identify hazards This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 within the setting and when she takes children on outings to various locations.

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the early years provision

The childminder's home is welcoming and child orientated. A good range of play materials and furniture are provided, enabling children to play comfortably. Equipment and resources fully promote equality and diversity. They are of a good quality and suitable for the ages of the children to support their learning and development. Children confidently and independently help themselves to resources they want to play with. This helps to build their sense of belonging. Children benefit from the effective working relationship between their parents and the childminder. Parents are kept well-informed about their children's care and learning through daily discussion and records of children's achievements. The childminder liaises closely with parents in establishing their children's starting points and the next steps they need to take in their learning.

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the early years provision

The childminder has effective strategies for building good relationships with parents, which contributes significantly to children's well-being. She ensures records of activities and procedures are comprehensive and clear. She sends parents text messages and photographs when children have carried out significant achievements, to help parents feel actively involved in their children's development. The childminder consistently seeks ways of continually developing her practice and welcomes feedback from parents to enable her to do this. She has attended numerous courses to update her knowledge of the early years as part of her commitment to continuously improving her service, resulting in better outcomes for children.

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the early years provision

The childminder has effective systems in place for self-evaluation and she makes good use of reflective practice on a day-to-day basis and prepares the learning environment to benefit children. She also uses her written observations of children to vary and stimulate play activities. Children also attend other settings, such as, pre-schools. The childminder has not yet established links with these settings to ensure continuity and coherence in their learning and development.

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and outcomes for children

Children make good progress in their learning and development. The childminder plans the educational programme to meet the needs of all children. Their interests and abilities are taken into consideration when planning the stimulating range of experiences for children. She uses developing knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage to make links between the activities and the learning outcomes for children. She is aware of further developing children's assessment records to more clearly show their progress towards the early learning goals.

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and outcomes for children

Children receive attention and genuine affection from the childminder who is very much committed to their welfare and development. They participate in a wonderful range of activities, which develops new interests. Children express themselves effectively, independently playing in the dark den with torches or having their hands covered in paints at the table. The childminder accommodates children's This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 individual routines and interests fully within a programme of practical activities and extended free play to help them develop. Problem solving and mathematical concepts are included throughout the activities as children talk about bigger and smaller, learn to recognise shapes and regularly count items. The childminder supports children's developing communication, language and literacy skills through activities, such as, enjoying books, mark making and talking.

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and outcomes for children

Children gain new skills and develop their confidence because the childminder has a good understanding of appropriate activities and the level of support individuals require. They are able to express their own ideas about what they want to do and to select activities for themselves. The childminder offers encouragement and support when needed and to give praise for achievements. Children learn how to behave well, to share and play together. They are developing their social skills as they play together, share meal times and go on outings. Children increase their understanding about a healthy lifestyle by participating in activities, such as, baking, helping themselves to fruit from the bowl or eating cut pieces of strawberry. They are learning to use chop sticks when eating noodles and eat sandwiches and vegetables for lunch. Children have drinks whenever they need to, which helps them to recognise and respond to their body's needs. Children develop

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and outcomes for children

their social skills through eating together at the table. They understand and adopt sound hygiene practices and learn to wash their hands in the washbasin and dry their hands on individual cloth towels. Children are consistently safe both on and off the premises because the childminder has appropriate equipment in accordance with children's needs, such as, a double buggy for toddlers. The childminder conscientiously ensures children's well-being by continuously monitoring safety issues in and around the home and by supervising children closely. 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 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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