Childminder in Bradford

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 302464 Inspection date 23/05/2011 Inspector Mr Rasmik Parmar

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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 1991 and she lives with her husband and two adult children in Eldwick, Bradford, West Yorkshire. The whole of the ground floor and one bedroom on the first floor are available to children. There is a secure garden available for outdoor play. The childminder is close to local amenities, including a library, parks and shops.

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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, no more than three of which may be in the early years age group and, of these, not more than two may be under one year. She is currently caring for six children in the early years age range and two children over eight years of age. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder 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 satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder recognises each child's individual needs and promotes inclusive practice so that all children feel secure and valued. Children are making satisfactory progress in their learning and development. The childminder is aware of the strengths and areas for improvement and evaluates the provision to ensure continual improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further children's assessment records so that they are evaluated and the 'next steps' identified to inform future planning  develop links with other providers where children attend more than one setting to ensure coherence and consistency in children's learning and development.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues. She is fully aware of her responsibility to ensure that effective systems are in place, including relevant safeguarding guidance to follow in the event of a concern being raised. She ensures that the suitability of all adults having unsupervised contact is maintained and that anyone who has not been vetted or is not known is never left alone with children. The childminder maintains effective risk assessments, demonstrating her sensible approach to minimising hazards for This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 children.

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the early years provision

The setting is child orientated and has a good variety of resources to meet the needs of all children. They are provided with experiences and support which helps them to develop a positive sense of themselves and others.

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the early years provision

Good information is obtained from parents with regard to children's abilities when they first attend the setting. Parents are provided with daily feedback about their child's care routines and a good working relationship has been established with the childminder to ensure children's needs are met. They are satisfactorily kept informed of their child's learning and development on a regular basis. Positive relationships between the childminder and parents help children to feel happy and settled in the childminder's care.

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the early years provision

Three children in the early years age range attend other settings offering the Early Years Foundation Stage. However, the childminder has not established links with other settings in order to ensure coherence and consistency in children's learning.

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the early years provision

The childminder is beginning to reflect on her practice and has satisfactory systems in place for self-evaluation. She has completed the Ofsted self-evaluation form to reflect her key strengths and areas for improvement. As part of continuous improvement, the childminder intends to attend further training courses to enhance her knowledge of early years.

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and outcomes for children

Children experience a range of activities and play opportunities which encourage them to be active learners. The childminder knows children well and uses this knowledge to support them in their learning and development. She follows younger children's lead in their interests as they explore and investigate together, such as finding out the different sounds the musical instruments make.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder is developing her knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and has a satisfactory understanding of maintaining children's assessment records. She suitably carries out observations of children's activities but these are only descriptive and not evaluated to consistently identify the 'next steps' in children s learning and development. The childminder is not aware of using the identified 'next steps' to inform future planning of activities. The childminder ensures children are provided with a range of activities and play experiences which are developmentally appropriate. A balance of adult-led and child-initiated play ensures that each child receives a good range of enjoyable play experiences which are suitably challenging.

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and outcomes for children

Good standards of cleanliness are maintained and children's hand-washing is incorporated into the daily routine as they use paper towels to dry hands to prevent the risk of cross-infection. Children are learning how to keep themselves safe as they practise the emergency evacuation plan and talk about road safety when they are out on walks. Young children wear wrist straps and safety reins for This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 added security during outings. The childminder ensures she can respond appropriately if a child becomes ill or has an accident as she has completed a relevant first aid course. Positive behaviour is promoted and praise and encouragement are used regularly to promote children's self-esteem and to develop their sense of achievement. Children receive a balanced diet and are developing an understanding of healthy eating as they are provided with nutritious

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and outcomes for children

food to meet their dietary requirements. Children's knowledge of diversity is extended as they participate in activities about other's beliefs and dietary customs.

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and outcomes for children

Children's communication skills are successfully supported. Activities, such as role play, provide opportunities to express themselves and use language in a range of different situations. They are successfully learning how to count and how to problem solve through access to puzzles and building with bricks. They have practical experience of participating in baking activities and playing with play dough. They are learning about their local community through visits to the local library, toddlers groups, and farms, developing their social skills. There are opportunities to play outside and be physically active and exuberant. Children visit the park regularly where they play on large climbing apparatus and develop a healthy lifestyle. 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 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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