Mirzaeva, Danuta

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY419038 Inspection date 28/04/2011 Inspector Lynne Lewington

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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 2010. She lives with her husband and child, who is aged four years, in Wokingham, Berkshire. The childminder uses the whole of the ground floor of the house for childminding with bathroom and sleeping facilities for young children provided on the first floor. There is an enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder makes use of local facilities such as parks and the library.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She may care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than two may be in the early years age group. There is currently one child in the early years age range on roll.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder speaks English, Lithuanian, Polish, Russian and German.

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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 childminders warm nurturing care ensures children settle and enjoy their time in her care. Good communication helps to ensure individual needs are understood and parents wishes followed. The childminder is enthusiastic in her role, and is keen to continue to develop her knowledge and skills indicating her service will continue to improve.

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further?

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

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further?

 further build observation skills and awareness of early years development in order to confidently identify progress and the next steps in children's learning.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a clear confident awareness of the action she would take if she was concerned about a child in her care. A clear policy is in place which ensures parents are aware of the her role in helping to safeguard young children. Appropriate good care is taken to keep parents informed of the activities children undertake, the food and drink offered, and clear policy statements help them to understand how the setting works. Sensible care is taken to ensure the premises are secure enabling children to play safely both indoors and outdoors. Comprehensive good quality risk assessments are in place for the setting and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 activities undertaken clearly indicating the childminders awareness of potential risks and how she can manage them. The premises are spotlessly clean and well maintained providing a safe and attractive environment for the children's care.

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the early years provision

Good use is made of all the space downstairs and the garden to enable children to explore and develop their skills safely. High quality toys and resources are stored to enable the children to access them easily and make independent choices in their play.

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the early years provision

The childminder develops good working relationships with parents through her daily face-to-face communication. She gathers comprehensive information from parents to ensure the she thoroughly understands individual needs. Parents comment very favourably on the service offered and the many experiences the childminder provides which encourage development. The childminder can speak many languages and encourages language development in both English and the child's native language. Books, rhymes and traditional music all help to encourage children's awareness of differing cultures. The childminder is aware of the need to work in partnership with others involved in children's care and has ideas how she will do this when children attend pre-school or school. She makes use of local community resources for children, for example they regularly attend a local toddler group enabling children to develop social skills and awareness of others.

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the early years provision

The childminder has accurately self-evaluated her provision and demonstrates a good awareness of her strengths and areas for development. She is keen to develop her knowledge and skills and has plans to attend training opportunities.

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and outcomes for children

Children demonstrate high levels of confidence and curiosity in this happy environment .Language skills increase as the childminder reads both English and Russian books to the children. From the comfort of the childminder's lap a young child points at pictures and comments demonstrating increasing knowledge. The childminder provides a narrative to the child's play enabling the child to associate actions with words. Traditional Russian and English music and rhymes help to encourage language development. Children have easy access to mark making materials outdoors where they use chalk on a chalkboard and crayon on paper. Attractive books, posters and labels encourage awareness of the written word. Puzzles, shape sorters and building blocks help to increase awareness of shape position and size. Knowledge and understanding of the world increases as children explore the outdoor environment. For example, looking at the windmill as the wind

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and outcomes for children

makes the sails spin and watering the plants all help to encourage awareness of the natural world. Children have opportunities to be creative as they use musical instruments, dress up and use craft materials. Simple brief observational records describe aspects of developmental progress across all areas of learning however, they do not always indicate the next steps in children's learning. Identifying potential next developmental steps can help when planning experiences to promote opportunities and encourage progress. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Good care is taken to promote a healthy environment for the young children. They learn effective hygiene practices through example and familiar routines. Hand washing is made a fun activity and the childminder draws children's attention to the simple hand washing pictures near the sink to encourage thorough cleaning.

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and outcomes for children

Nappies are changed regularly and disposed of appropriately. A varied healthy nutritious diet is offered each day taking into account dietary needs and requirements. The menu which includes fish and vegetable dishes is displayed in the kitchen for parents to see. Water is easily available ensuring children do not become dehydrated. Children benefit from many enjoyable activities in the garden developing physical skills and confidence in their abilities in the fresh air and natural light. For example, a young child climbs confidently in and out of the pedal car and shows great delight in managing to move the vehicle backwards. Clear information is available for parents regarding sickness and when they should keep children at home ensuring infections are not spread at the setting. The childminder recognises the importance of providing a varied day where children can be busy and also have times for rest and regular nourishment enabling them to feel

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and outcomes for children

comfortable and therefore enjoy the activities on offer. The childminder oversees the children's safety diligently and she talks to them in an age-appropriate way about safe behaviours. She recognises children need to explore and have opportunities to develop their skills independently. A fire evacuation plan is in place and sensible measures around the setting help to promote children's awareness of safety. 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: Met

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