Childminder in Warwickshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 201324 Inspection date 31/01/2011 Inspector Christine Armstrong

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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 1996. She lives with her mother and uncle in Rugby, Warwickshire. The whole of the ground floor, which includes a lounge and dining area and conservatory, is used for childminding purposes. There is a fully enclosed rear garden for children's outdoor play. There are local shops and schools within easy walking distance and the childminder collects children from local nurseries and schools.

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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 four children attending who are within the Early Years Foundation Stage, all of whom attend on a part-time basis. The childminder also offers care to children aged over five years. She is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children make satisfactory progress in their learning and development. Their individual care needs are suitably met because the childminder works closely with their parents to exchange most of the required information. Partnerships with other settings that children attend are developing. The childminder demonstrates an adequate commitment to improving her service and outcomes for children. She has met most of the recommendations from the last inspection. The childminder's understanding of safeguarding issues is mostly secure.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further knowledge and understanding of all the procedures to be followed in the event of an allegation being made that a child was abused whilst in care (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register) 15/02/2011

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further?

 ensure all steps are taken to prevent intruders entering the premises (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 15/02/2011

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further?

 obtain information from parents in advance of a child being admitted to the provision regarding who has legal contact with the child and who has parental responsibility for the child (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare). 15/02/2011 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 To further improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 use self-evaluation and quality improvement processes as the basis of ongoing internal review  develop effective communication methods between settings to ensure that there is continuity in children s learning.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a mostly secure understanding of safeguarding issues. She has developed a clear understanding of her role and responsibilities to report any child protection concerns. However, she has not developed a clear enough understanding of what to do in the event of an allegation being made that a child was abused whilst in her care. This does not ensure that all the action taken, in such an event, would be appropriate in order to safeguard children. The childminder ensures that other adults on the premises have completed checks with the Criminal Records Bureau. She supervises children well at all times. This contributes to keeping them safe. In general, risk assessments are effective in identifying and minimising hazards. However, the childminder does not always ensure the side entrance to the premises is kept secure. This does not ensure children's safety is fully protected at all times.

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the early years provision

The childminder is striving to provide a service that is inclusive to all. She obtains information from parents with regard to children's interests and any additional help they require. This ensures outcomes for all children are satisfactory. However, partnerships with other settings that children attend are not developed to ensure children benifit from continuity and cohesion in their learning. Resources are available and easily accessed by children, helping them to make choices and decisions about their play. The childminder uses local amenities well to extend children's experiences. For instance, children attend rhythm and rhyme sessions at a local activity centre.

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the early years provision

The childminder receives positive feedback from parents which helps her monitor the quality of her service. Written statements from parents demonstrate they are happy with her service. Parents report they feel their children particularly benefit from the range of activities the childminder provides. Most of the required information is exchanged with parents. However, information about who has legal contact and who has parental responsibility is not sought. This is a legal requirement.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates an adequate commitment to improving her service and outcomes for children. She attends training events to develop her understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and to maintain her fist aid certificate. However, she has not completed a thorough self-evaluation to ensure that all legal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage are fully met. 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 satisfactory progress in their development. They take part in a range of play opportunities that support their development in all areas of learning. The childminder has a generally sound understanding of observation and assessments and how to link this into planning children's next steps in learning. However, she does not make consistent use of observations and assessments to identify children's next steps in learning.

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and outcomes for children

Children are settled and build warm relationships with the childminder, her family and other children attending the setting. They enjoy a harmonious environment where they learn to share, take turns and consider others. This helps to support their wellbeing. They are enthusiastic learners and the activities they enjoy support their development of skills for the future. For example, children enjoy completing jigsaws that help them to develop their problem-solving skills. They select simple technology books from the attractive book area and know how to use the pen to activate the storytelling. These activities support children's interest and understanding of information technology, vocabulary and awareness that print carries meaning.

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and outcomes for children

Children experiment and explore sounds as they use musical instruments. The range of small world resources encourages children to use their imagination. Children play imaginatively, making sounds to represent the dinosaur figures and pretending to prepare food in the small world kitchen. Children are beginning to develop their awareness of similarities and differences between themselves and others as they explore different festivals such as Chinese New Year.

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and outcomes for children

Children are beginning to learn about the principles of healthy living and staying safe. Children benefit from healthy snacks and regular drinks. They develop their understanding of healthy foods by taking part in healthy eating workshops that are held at local venues. Children are learning to adopt healthy routines through everyday experiences. They enjoy physical activities indoors and outdoors and benefit from using the high quality outdoor equipment at the local activity centre. Children are beginning to learn how to protect themselves in an emergency because the childminder provides opportunities for them to practice the evacuation procedures. 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 3 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 3 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 3

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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 (Arrangements for safeguarding children). 15/02/2011

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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 (Arrangements for safeguarding children). 15/02/2011

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