Childminder in Bradford

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 302601 Inspection date 12/05/2011 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 1997 and she lives with her husband and one adult child in a house in Bradford, West Yorkshire. The whole of the ground floor and the bathroom on the first floor are available to children. There is an enclosed garden 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 whom may be in the early years age group, and of these, no more than one may be under one year. She is currently caring for one child in the early years age group, three children over five years, and two children over eight years. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and 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 good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are happy, settled and supported well by the childminder, who has a clear awareness of each child's individual needs. They are progressing effectively in their learning and development. Partnership with parents contributes to ensuring that children's needs are well met. There are effective systems in place to evaluate practice as part of maintaining continuous 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 to show the next steps and use this 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.

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the early years provision

Children are kept safe and protected because the childminder adopts a thorough approach to managing risks. The childminder has a good understanding of the procedures to be followed to protect children and knows how to make an appropriate referral if she is worried about a child. Children's safety, health and welfare are promoted through effective implementation of childminding policies, which are shared with parents. Children play and move around in the home safely and confidently because the childminder identifies and addresses hazards in an This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 effective manner. Furthermore, outings are planned with children's health, safety and enjoyment in mind, promoting their welfare and development.

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the early years provision

The childminder's home is welcoming and child orientated. A good range of play materials and furniture are provided, enabling children to play comfortably. Equipment and resources promote all aspects of equality and diversity. Resources are of a good quality and are suitable for the ages of the children to support their learning and development. Children confidently and independently help themselves to resources they want to play with. This helps to build their sense of belonging.

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the early years provision

Positive relationships exist between the childminder and parents as she involves them in their children's learning and development. She encourages them to share information about their child's routine and home life and their likes and dislikes, which helps her to meet their individual preferences and needs. Parents are kept well informed about their children's care and learning through daily discussion and records of children's achievements.

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the early years provision

Children also attend other settings providing the Early Years Foundation Stage, such as pre-schools. However, the childminder does not share information with them about the child's assessment records to ensure continuity in learning and development.

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the early years provision

The childminder is proactive in attending training courses and workshops relevant to her work and is keen to develop and enhance her skills and practice. She has evaluated her provision and identified her strengths and areas for improvement of her service as part of maintaining continuous improvement. She has accessed funding to develop her front porch for disabled access and has obtained a variety of resources, such as a laptop computer and outdoor toys. She has a vision to further develop her knowledge of early years by gaining qualifications to level 3.

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and outcomes for children

Children are making good progress towards the early learning goals. Their interests and abilities are taken into consideration when planning the stimulating range of experiences for them. The childminder uses observations of children's activities, together with photographic evidence, to track their progress towards the early learning goals. However, she does not identify the next steps in children's learning and development and use this to inform future planning.

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and outcomes for children

Children are carefully supported to learn good basic hygiene skills through the use of effective hygiene routines, such as hand washing. Children are offered a good range of healthy and balanced meals and snacks, and drinking water is readily available. Children taste different types of fruit and vegetables, including a good range of foods from different cultures as part of broadening their awareness of the wider world. Other cultures are respected through planned activities and the availability of good quality resources in order to broaden children's understanding of an inclusive society. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children speak confidently and are keen to learn and try out new ideas, such as learning to use scissors independently. The frequent use of praise by the childminder helps to develop children's self-esteem. Communication skills are well

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and outcomes for children

supported through good quality interaction, which helps children to develop skills that will contribute to their future economic well-being. The childminder consistently talks to children, introducing new and interesting words to help enrich children's conversations. Children enjoy listening to stories, which alongside regular visits to the library helps to foster their love of books. Problem solving skills are promoted through playing with puzzles and learning about shape and volume. Children engage in meaningful role play and display their creative talents through a varied range of art activities, song and dance.

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and outcomes for children

A varied range of opportunities are available for children to explore the world around them. For example, they plant and observe the growth of a large variety of vegetables in the childminder's allotment, such as broad beans, swede, cauliflower, lettuce, radishes, cabbage, broccoli, leeks and strawberries. Children also visit farms and come into contact with animals, build an appreciation of nature by walking in the woods and visit the local fire station to learn about fire safety.

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and outcomes for children

Good use is made of space to promote the needs of all children and to encourage them to become independent and inquisitive learners. Resources are easily accessible and children move freely from the house to the back garden through the patio doors. Children play outdoors in all weathers and develop their physical skills as they ride on wheeled toys and throw and catch balls. Children are well behaved, confident and assured in the care of the childminder. 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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