Childminder in Birmingham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY222453 Inspection date 21/03/2011 Inspector mary kelly

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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 2002. She lives with her partner in Tile Cross near Birmingham. They live in a bungalow and most of the property is used for childminding. There is an enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder is able to take and collect from local schools and preschools. The family has two pet dogs.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. There are currently two children attending who are within the Early Years Foundation Stage, both of whom attend on a full-time basis. The childminder also offers care to children aged over 5 years. She is registered on the Early Years Register and both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and children who speak English as an additional language. She 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 happy and making good progress in their learning. The childminder actively promotes a healthy and safe environment where she responds appropriately to the individual needs and interests of the children. She ensures that all children 's individuality is recognised and celebrated. Children benefit as the childminder has developed effective partnerships with parents and other early years providers. The childminder has most of the required documentation in place to support and extend children's learning. The childminder reflects on her progress to date and takes a proactive approach to developing her skills and knowledge base.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure that the register reflects the time of children's arrival and departure  continue to develop observations and assessments to highlight the progress the children are making in all areas of their development.

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the early years provision

Children's welfare is safeguarded as the childminder has effective procedures in place and is able to liaise with appropriate agencies. The childminder understands the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures and knows who to report concerns to. Parents are well informed about these procedures and are aware of This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 the childminder's duty of care. Children are cared for in a safe and secure environment. All potential risks to the children have been identified and logged on a risk assessment that is specific to the setting. The children practise emergency evacuation on a regular basis both at the childminder's and at other settings they visit with the childminder. She knows each family well and is aware of who has parental responsibility. This is clearly documented and she is aware of who is designated to collect the children. All children's records required for the safe and

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the early years provision

effective management of the provision are in place and regularly updated.

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the early years provision

The childminder works closely with the parents and she has a positive vision for the service she provides. She demonstrates a good awareness that each child is individual and ensures that they are well cared for. She reflects on her practice and is continually committed to developing the setting. The childminder is aware of her strengths and areas for improvement and welcomes contributions from parents and others in support of this. She continues to develop her understanding of the Early Years Framework Stage and knows how important it is for children to access a well-planned programme. This ensures that all areas of the curriculum are covered effectively. However, currently she does not record children's continuing development. The childminder was still able to show she has a sound understanding of where each child is and how they can progress to next steps in their learning.

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the early years provision

Strong and successful relationships are in place with the parents and there is effective daily verbal and weekly feedback on children's development. Parents are also offered additional time to discuss their child's progress and they are aware of any achievements made. The childminder has tried to make contact with other providers of the Early Years Foundation Stage and will continue to endeavour to progress this further. The childminder demonstrates a positive attitude in her support of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She ably accesses additional information and professional help for the children if required. This ensures that the individual needs of all children are met successfully. The childminder records the days the children come to the setting, but does not keep a detailed record of times of arrival and departure for the minded children. There is therefore potential that the childminder cannot fully demonstrate that she remains

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the early years provision

within her conditions of registration at all times.

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the early years provision

Children's learning is well supported as the childminder devotes her time to their activities. They also enjoy daily individual attention and cuddles. She ensures that the environment is welcoming as children have access to a suitable range of resources at their level. In addition, a wide variety of activities are provided and examples of children's work is displayed in her portfolio. Children know where they can go within the childminder's home and have access to their own bathroom near to the playroom. A clear understanding of the likes and dislikes of children is evident, as is an awareness of children's individual stages of development. Children are regularly taken to toddler groups which enables them to further develop their social skills and confidence. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children make good progress in their learning and development. The childminder recognises their progress as she has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements. She knows children's developmental milestones and how to move them onto next steps in their learning. The childminder has clearly explained plans to formalise these further. The childminder promotes a positive attitude to learning, which ensures each child has sufficient challenge. Activities and games are differentiated for each age range of children attending to ensure that individual needs are met.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a positive attitude to play and in turn, this motivates children to make progress in their learning. They enjoy using stickers to make pictures, and show pleasure during a threading activity. The childminder encourages a child to talk about colours as they play with Octon shapes and make flowers. Children access a good range of materials for mark making on a daily basis. This successfully promotes children's learning and provides opportunities for children to write for a purpose whilst having fun. Children's concentration skills develop as they use a range of activities that are changed on a regular basis.

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and outcomes for children

Children continue to develop positive relationships with the childminder and each other. The childminder encourages them to share resources and gives clear explanations about why they should do so. They play cooperatively alongside each other and are aware that they need to be kind to one another. Children know the house rules and enjoy putting toys away when they are finished. For example, in the garden a tunnel has been constructed following an idea from the childminder, which enables outdoor resources to be protected during bad weather. Children celebrate a range of cultural festivals and show a developing awareness of differing cultural values. They particularly enjoy tasting food from different places around the world. They take part in their local community, by visiting local toddler groups and going for walks locally when going on the school run. They talk about what they see and how they can remain safe in the community with specific regard

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has suitable policies and procedures in place to ensure that children's good health is promoted. They enjoy healthy and nutritious snacks and meals that they help the childminder prepare. The childminder ensures that she meets the dietary requirements for each child, in line with parental wishes. Infection control measures are in place and the childminder models good hygiene practice. Children have free access to the bathroom, and a combined use of wipes and washing hands at the sink occur throughout the day. This ensures that children are not at risk of cross-contamination. Children benefit as they enjoy fresh air and exercise in the childminder's garden, on trips to local groups and to the park. They show a growing awareness of how to keep themselves safe, especially when crossing roads. Clear risk assessments are in place for use on all outings and whilst in the home and garden. 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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