Childminder in West Sussex

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY343658 Inspection date 15/03/2011 Inspector Kerry Iden

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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 has been registered since 2006. She lives with her husband and two children in Angmering, West Sussex. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden to the rear of the property. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register to care for a maximum of five children under eight years. Of these, no more than three may be in the early years age group. There are currently seven children on roll, four of whom are in the early years age group and all children attend on a part time basis. The childminder collects children from local pre-schools and schools and visits nearby facilities, such as play areas, parks and the beach.

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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, caring and professional service to the children and their families. She is enthusiastic about her work and dedicated to the children, who are very happy and relaxed in her care. Children are able to play within the setting where most areas are safe to do so. She evaluates some aspects of her provision such as the activities and experiences she provides for children as well as her ongoing professional training although not all training is completed in a timely manner. The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of areas that need further development, therefore she has the capacity to continually improve her practice and raise standards for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 obtain and maintain a paediatric first aid qualification, approved by the local authority (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) (also applies to the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register) 30/04/2011

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further?

 take all reasonable steps to ensure that hazards to children - both indoors and outdoors - are kept to a minimum (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) (also applies to the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register) 30/04/2011

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should: This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  develop further the use of the observations made on children to consistently identify next steps in all areas of learning.

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the early years provision

The children within the setting are generally well protected from harm as the childminder has a good understanding of the correct procedures to follow with any concerns she may have about their well being. The children are able to play in a secure setting although some hazardous items in the garden are a risk to children's safety, which is a breach of a specific welfare requirement. However, to maintain children's safety the childminder has made alternative arrangements for outside play and risk assessments completed have identified the hazards that need addressing. Additional risk assessments are completed on the property as well as regular outings away from the setting. Clear systems are in place to record accidents that occur to children in the setting or those reported from other settings the children attend. The childminder has not maintained a current first aid certificate, which is a further breach of requirements. She is, however, currently

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the early years provision

undertaking training in first aid, therefore the impact on children's welfare is minimal.

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the early years provision

The childminder offers a warm, nurturing and professional service, and is passionate about her work with the children. The childminder has worked hard to move with the implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Although she has not yet completed the Ofsted self evaluation form the childminder does have a good understanding of her own strengths and weaknesses in the setting and is starting to address areas that need development. The childminder is keen to keep her knowledge and skills up to date, and therefore regularly attends training and workshops. Through parental questionnaires, along with ongoing discussion, children and parents are able to contribute their suggestions to the childminder, supporting her as she continues to drive improvement within her setting.

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the early years provision

Children are able to play in a comfortable setting where they are able to make choices about their play whilst being supported by their childminder. The development of the conservatory has enabled a dedicated play space for children where they have some ownership of the setting and know where to find resources of their choice. Resources are good, fit for purpose and the childminder skillfully uses children's preferences to develop skills in different areas of learning. The childminder has a good knowledge of each child's background and, with ongoing discussion with parents, fully understands the individual needs of each child in her care. Through activities and discussion, children gain a positive attitude to value and respect differences between people, and learn about others as the childminder challenges any discrimination.

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the early years provision

The childminder has developed positive relationships with parents to support the individual needs of each child. Parents receive detailed information through the childminder's policies and procedures when they start in the setting. Parents are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 aware of the development records being completed on their children; they can share these at any time and use the ideas under some next steps identified by the childminder to continue to support their child's learning. Additionally verbal communication keeps parents informed on a more daily basis. Parents and children's views are sought by the childminder. Therefore partnerships with families are well established. The childminder has extended her partnership working with others. She liaises with other childminder's to share good practice ideas and keep up to date with current practice. Additionally she shares details

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the early years provision

with other early years providers children attend through verbal and written communication to promote children's achievements and well being.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and settled within the provision. They demonstrate high levels of confidence as they make choices about their play and contribute suggestions to the childminder. They are keen to be in the setting and are motivated in their play of which the childminder joins in, to support their learning. They are developing well in their independence through routines such as removing outdoor clothing and using the bathroom. They become involved in decisions about their routine, for example, when to have snack time. The childminder has a good understanding of each child and their interests and skillfully uses this knowledge to challenge children on different areas of learning. For example, by using trains to compare numbers and colours. The childminder is making observations of children in play and uses these as she has started to develop some next steps in their development. However these are not yet consistently applied across all areas of

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and outcomes for children

Children are and feel very safe and secure within the setting. They show high levels of confidence, independence and are relaxed in the company of the childminder. They learn how to keep themselves safe through routines such as sitting appropriately on chairs and not running inside. The childminder further promotes this through discussions linked to activities or stories. Time away from the setting is also a regular part of the children's time. During these times the childminder discusses their safety as she effective employs safety strategies for individual children. Fresh air and outdoor play is promoted by the childminder through visits to a variety of parks and open spaces. Sometimes these outings are themed and involve other childminder's for a sociable day out. Children understand the importance of following good hygiene practices and enjoy making lots of bubbles as they wash hands prior to snacks and meals. Children's meals are

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and outcomes for children

provided by parents and served by the childminder where children are encouraged to develop their independence in becoming self feeders and discuss the need to eat the healthy items first.

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and outcomes for children

Children's behaviour throughout the morning is good as the childminder promotes child led play and interacts with children well. The promotion of good behaviour continues through meal times through the use of good table manners which children remember without prompting. The childminder values the opinions of each This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 child, encouraging them to inform her of what they want to do enabling everyone to make a positive contribution. Children are developing an understanding of the wider world through topical discussions, the use of resources and different activities they become involved in. Communication, language and literacy concepts are actively promoted by the childminder through story times and interactive shared stories. She uses resources such as magnetic pictures and hand puppets to encourage children to make up their own stories and through discussion predict

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and outcomes for children

what might happen next. Therefore, children are developing well in the skills they will require to secure future learning. 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 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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Welfare of the children being cared for, Suitability and safety of premises and equipment) 30/04/2011

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Welfare of the children being cared for, Suitability and safety of premises and equipment). 30/04/2011

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