Gleiwitz Lisa

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY285125 Inspection date 29/03/2011 Inspector Carol Johnson

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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 registered in 2004 and lives in Castle Bromwich with her husband and two children aged 11 and six years. She works with an assistant. The ground floor of the premises is used for childminding and the children have access to a specific playroom, study area, kitchen and toilet. There is an enclosed garden at the rear of the premises for play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. Access to the front and rear of the premises are via a step.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. This number is increased to six in total, with four in the early years age range, when working with her assistant. She is currently caring for six children in this age group, five of whom attend on a part-time basis. She also cares for several older children who attend before and after school and during the school holidays.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification and 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

Children are progressing well as they take part in lots of interesting and rewarding activities that cover all aspects of their learning and development. They are happy and settled and demonstrate a strong sense of belonging within the security of the childminder's home. The childminder provides an inclusive service where each child is valued and their individual needs known and met. Good relationships are in place with parents and the childminder is starting to forge links with other professionals to help promote continuity and consistency of care for children. Current systems for recording and sharing planning, observations and assessments are not fully effective but the childminder demonstrates a strong 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?

 develop methods for recording observations and assessments and devise strategies for regularly sharing children's individual learning and development records with their parents and encouraging them to contribute to the observation and assessment process  develop strategies for effectively sharing relevant information with other practitioners where children also receive education and care in another setting delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage framework This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

Children are effectively safeguarded. All adults in the household have been suitably vetted and the childminder demonstrates a sound knowledge of the procedures to follow should she have a concern about a child in her care. A clear safeguarding policy supports her practice and this is shared with parents. The childminder maintains and reviews risk assessment records and carries out daily visual safety checks on her home and any resources used for minding. A wide range of safety precautions are in place and these include safety catches on low-level cupboards and drawers in the kitchen and regularly-tested smoke alarms on both floors of the childminder's home. Documentation to ensure the safe and efficient management of the setting is maintained well. The childminder's fully inclusive policies and procedures work well in practice.

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the early years provision

Children flourish in the childminder's care. The well-organised and welcoming environment that she provides creates an atmosphere that is conducive to both learning and having fun. Children have plenty of space to play and rest and resources are plentiful. Children's individual needs are known and met because the childminder has formed good relationships with them and their parents. Some parents have provided the childminder with letters that praise many aspects of her service. For example, they comment on the wide range of experiences that their children enjoy and participate in, her good interaction and communication and the safe and happy environment that she provides. Some of the children in the childminder's care also attend other settings delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder exchanges general welfare information with staff at these settings and asks children to tell her about their experiences. However, very little is

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the early years provision

shared about children's learning and development and this hinders the childminder's ability to promote continuity of care and progression successfully for these children.

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the early years provision

The childminder is enthusiastic about what she does and is keen to enhance her practice and the service she offers to children and their families. Recommendations raised at the childminder's last inspection have been fully addressed and result in improved outcomes for children. The childminder demonstrates a strong commitment towards her personal and professional development. Since her last inspection she has attended a wealth of training courses and achieved a recognised early years qualification. Consequently, her self-confidence and knowledge and understanding of relevant subjects have increased. The childminder recognises the importance of building good relationships with others and regularly meets with some other childminders to share good practice and exchange ideas. The childminder uses a range of methods to evaluate her practice and demonstrates a sound awareness of her strengths and the things she would

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the early years provision

like to improve. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children are making good progress in relation to their starting points because the childminder knows them really well and is intuitive with regards to their individual needs and personalities. She regularly observes individual children and demonstrates a clear awareness of where they are at in terms of their learning and development and where she intends to move them on next. Each child has their own book in which the childminder records her observations and children's next steps. These books are used to build a picture of children's progress over time and help to inform their parents. However, the childminder's methods for recording her planning, observations and assessments are not yet fully established. Also parents are not effectively encouraged to contribute to their child's learning and development record or the planning, observation and assessment cycle. Consequently, opportunities for increased parental involvement are reduced and

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and outcomes for children

the childminder's ability to plan experiences for children effectively and assess their progress is somewhat impeded.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder provides a wealth of fun experiences for children that interest them and help to gain the skills they will need in future life. For example, children's social skills and confidence are developing well as they mix with other adults and children on regular outings. They are learning to count and recognise colours as they play with construction toys and look at books. Their knowledge of technology and how it is used is developing, as they play with interactive toys and battery- operated role play items. Children smile and laugh and show by their actions that they are at ease in the childminder's care. They go happily to her for comfort, reassurance and support and she is warm and affectionate towards them.

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and outcomes for children

Children's health is effectively assured as they follow good hygiene procedures and enjoy healthy and nutritious meals and snacks. All areas of the childminder's home are very clean and children's medical information is appropriately exchanged between the childminder and parents. Children are learning about the benefits of an active lifestyle as they enjoy lots of physical exercise and fresh air. They play outside in the childminder's garden, visit soft play centres and parks and go for walks in the local environment. Children's good understanding of safety issues is demonstrated through their play. For example, older children know that they have to be careful not to leave toys with small parts where they can pose a risk to the younger ones. Road safety is regularly reinforced by the childminder and three- year-old children know that they have to stay close to the childminder, look both ways before they cross the road and understand the meaning of the various traffic

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and outcomes for children

Children behave well and two-year-olds are learning to share and take turns. Their good behaviour and effort is readily acknowledged by the childminder who provides them with a positive role model to follow. She ensures that children are aware of house rules and understand why they are in place. For example, she reminds them about not running inside in case they should fall and hurt themselves or others. Children are encouraged to show care and concern for others and are starting to learn about themselves and the wider community. For This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 example, they are learning through general discussion and playing with resources that show positive images of diversity and outings in the local environment. 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: 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 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

 make information available to parents in respect of the registration system for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register (Providing information to parents). 05/04/2011

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