Childminder in Derbyshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 207389 Inspection date 05/05/2011 Inspector Justine Ellaway

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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 1997. She lives with her parents in Chesterfield, Derbyshire. The whole of the downstairs of the childminder's house is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The family has a pet dog, cat, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, fish, birds and horses.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time. There are currently fourteen children on roll, four of whom are within the early years age range. The childminder collects children from the local school. The childminder provides support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

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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 comfortable and secure in this friendly, family home. They make good progress in their learning and development as the childminder has successfully implemented systems to support this. Children's welfare needs are met as the childminder effectively implements the required policies and procedures. Good partnerships with both parents and carers and other settings that children attend, ensures consistency of support for each child. Systems to evaluate and reflect on practice are on the whole well developed.

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further?

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

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further?

 obtain emergency contact numbers from parents in advance of a child being admitted to the provision (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare). 26/05/2011

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further?

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.

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the early years provision

The environment is inclusive, safe and welcoming. Effective measures are in place to ensure children's safety, including detailed risk assessments. These are reviewed on a regular basis to identify any changes. The childminder is fully aware of her responsibilities with regard to safeguarding to ensure children are protected This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 from harm and neglect. An evacuation plan is in place which is practised regularly. All household members are known to Ofsted to enable appropriate checks to be undertaken.

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the early years provision

A system to share information with other settings that children attend has been successfully developed. The childminder shares information about each individual child and their current stage of learning and development. This means that consistent support is provided. A noticeboard contains useful information for parents. Daily verbal feedback ensures parents are informed about what their child has been doing during the day.

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the early years provision

Space is used well to meet the needs of children. They choose which area they want to play in and can move freely between the lounge and kitchen. This means that toys and resources can be left out during the day and that children can return to them to continue their play. The childminder has a good range of toys and resources and rotates them to ensure variety. Resources to support children's understanding of others are carefully chosen. This is to ensure they are meaningful and relevant. As a result children are supported to recognise and accept the differences within their own group as well as outside of the setting.

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the early years provision

The childminder is honest when evaluating her practice. She takes into account the needs of the children when identifying areas for improvement. She has in the past consulted parents to gain their feedback on her service. She is thorough when reflecting, although her approach to evaluation is sometimes sporadic rather than continual.

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and outcomes for children

A strength of the setting is children 's opportunities to be out and about and to learn about and have contact with the many animals the childminder has. They frequently go on walks to the local shops, for example, the pet shop. They play in the garden, holding themselves as they swing from the hoops, or at the local park. They visit and learn how to care for the animals.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and secure in this welcoming environment. They show good levels of independence as they self-select toys and resources. They are happy to engage in pretend play, using different areas as pretend locations for their imaginary journey. They enjoy using play dough with various tools and resources and spend time making different shapes or models. This supports their physical development.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder is effective in her interaction with children to support their learning and development. She joins in with their play which supports their engagement. It also supports their language development as there are lots of discussions about what they are doing. Good quality observations of what children do are recorded. These are then transferred to an overview sheet so that the childminder can see at a glance what children need to learn next. She takes into account and plans for children's interests. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children enjoy looking at books and are encouraged to recall favourite stories or past events. They show curiosity in what others are doing and engage in conversation, making relevant contributions. Children can count both by rote and a number of objects. Their knowledge and understanding of the world is promoted

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and outcomes for children

through activities such as planting and growing.

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and outcomes for children

Children are given good support to socialise with others and to share and take turns. The childminder employs suitable methods to manage inappropriate behaviour. Children demonstrate a sound awareness of their own safety. They know they are not able to leave the premises without the childminder. The childminder supports their understanding when they are out and about by talking about road safety. Children are secure in the environment. For example, they sit on the childminder's knee whilst she tells a story. Children are suitably nourished and enjoy healthy meals and snacks. If they are hungry they have additional snack and are encouraged to have fruit to promote a healthy lifestyle. They help themselves to their drink throughout their play to ensure they are hydrated. Children understand why you need to wash your hands before you eat. 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: 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

 devise a written statement of procedures to be followed in relation to complaints which relate to the requirements of the Childcare Register (Procedures for dealing with complaints) (also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register). 26/05/2011

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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 compulsory part of the Childcare Register section of the report (Procedures for dealing with complaints). 26/05/2011

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