Childminder in Surrey

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY397262 Inspection date 23/11/2010 Inspector Michele Beasley

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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

Children only attend this setting before and/or after the school day and/or during the school holidays. The judgements in this report reflect the quality of early years provision offered to children during those periods.

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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 2009. She works with another registered childminder and operates from her co-childminder's house in the Sheerwater, Woking, in Surrey. The co-childminder's husband and their children live at the property. The whole of the childminder's house is used for childminding and there is easy access to the property and a secure garden is available.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for three children under the age of eight, three of whom may be in the early years age range.

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Description of the childminding

She currently has two children on role, both of whom are in the early years age range.

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Description of the childminding

She is also registered on the compulsory and voluntary childcare register.

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Description of the childminding

When working with another childminder at the above premises, she may care for a total of no more than seven children under the age of eight, of which not more than five may be in the early years age range.

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Description of the childminding

There are no family pets. The childminder is qualified and 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

Children make progress in this setting as the childminder is keen in meeting the needs of the children in the Early Years Foundation Stage through her work practice. She recognises the uniqueness of all children, ensuring their individual requirements are met. Most documentation is in place. Through discussion and use of a good range of resources the childminder ensures an inclusive environment is provided for all children. Through the consultation she has with parents and her ability to self-evaluate her provision she demonstrates a good capacity for continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 maintain a record of risk assessments on the rooms where children sleep indicating by when and by whom they have been checked by  consider ways of involving parents in all aspects of their children's learning  develop the current self-evaluation system to ensure it is rigorous in This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 identifying what the setting needs to improve to enable well targeted actions to be set.

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the early years provision

The childminder shows an understanding of how to safeguard the children. She develops and implements written policies and procedures which promote the children's health and safety. She shares her records and policies with parents, including her child protection policy and complaints procedure. She records existing injuries and incidents should she have any concerns about possible child abuse. A risk assessment is completed for the setting and for outings with some hazards identified and minimised. Children wear fluorescent jackets and wrist bands with the childminders telephone number on. However, a risk assessment of the rooms the children sleep in upstairs has not been completed. Therefore on inspection, hazards were identified such as trailing wires next to a cot in the master bedroom and a low level unit with various personal products on it situated at low level. This could compromise children's safety. Emergency evacuation is practised regularly to

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the early years provision

ensure all children are clear of how to make a swift and safe exit from the home. Children learn to keep safe as they are required to sit at the table whilst eating food.

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the early years provision

Children play in the playroom and freely choose labelled resources that are easily accessible to initiate their own choice of play. They have child size furniture to ensure a comfortable environment in a room with a wealth of quality play resources. The childminder is supportive of children at all times as she is fully involved in activities or effectively oversees independent play. Children are treated with equal concern and given appropriate support for their capabilities to ensure they are included and all individual needs are successfully met. Individual targets are identified for next steps, and incorporated into daily planning. Children's awareness of the diverse society in which they live is raised through activities, posters displayed and books. All children have equal access to the wide range of resources, activities and experiences provided. Children are taken on regular outings and are keen to share their experiences with others.

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the early years provision

The childminder ensures relevant information is collated prior to children starting to ensure she is aware of care and development. She provides a comprehensive range of written information and policies outlining work practice which supports children and ensures parents are fully informed. She continually reviews practice for success and improvement, welcoming views from parents on feedback forms and updating written documentation as required. Information is displayed prominently in the setting and parents are welcome to share children's achievements at home through daily diaries. Presently they do not have the opportunity to contribute to their children's learning journeys. The childminder liaises with other providers and key persons to share targets to support children's learning and progress. The childminder is committed to her role and driving improvement; she recognises that her service is continually evolving and strives to

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the early years provision

build on current practice through additional training and evaluation. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

The childminder ensures that children's welfare is promoted and they are safeguarded. Picture prompts, gentle reminders and good procedures promote a clean environment and children adopting positive habits for a healthy lifestyle. They learn why it is important to wash hands, having their pictures pegged onto individual towels provided. They benefit from regular outings into the community to local parks and areas; all of which contributes to their physical fitness and development, socialising with others and developing knowledge and understanding of the environment. Healthy eating is promoted, a varied menu of wholesome, food is offered. This promotes healthy eating. Mealtimes are enjoyed together, making them a sociable occasion and encouraging the children to try new foods. The childminder is flexible to support families' individual needs. She has all required documentation to ensure health and care requirements can be identified

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and outcomes for children

Children's learning and development is well supported as the childminder has good interaction with the children. They take time and consideration to what children say and do. They provide activities and consult children regularly about what they would like which ensures they are interested and occupied. Children freely choose toys and resources and confidently access equipment to enhance their play as they develop imaginary roles for themselves, such making a cup of tea and preparing dinner. Children engage confidently with peers and other children, when prompted by the childminder they find the correct animals in the animal box such as a camel and lion as requested. The childminder talks to the children about these animals and initiates singing a popular animal song. This broadens the children's knowledge and understanding. Lots of learning is included into natural free play and routines with children such as counting out various objects in a well known

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and outcomes for children

Children are encouraged to share and take turns; they take pride in helping out and learn self care skills, such as toileting and washing hands. However, at snack and meal times children's independent skills are limited for older children as food is portioned out for them on plates and they are not encouraged to pour their own drinks as it is given to them. Children behave very well in the setting and respond to positive techniques used, learning about how their behaviour has an effect on others. The childminder has a warm, friendly, calm manner and takes time to explain to children to help them with their understanding and development. She values individual effort and gives children time to finish their play so they have a sense of achievement and that their efforts are important which develops good confidence and self-esteem. Manners are highly promoted with occasional gentle reminders and children are continuously praised for their involvement and

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and outcomes for children

achievement which has a positive impact on their behaviour and willingness to participate.

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and outcomes for children

Observations are completed on children and next steps identified. Assessment records show children making progress. The areas of learning are covered and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 children's interests are included such as an interest in Humpty Dumpty. Children paint a wall and make Humpty Dumpty sitting on it. Children are happy at the setting. They enjoy their play and the company of the childminder who provides an environment that promotes enjoying and achieving. 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: 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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