Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY413901 Inspection date 09/06/2011 Inspector Tina Garner

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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 2009. She works with another registered childminder and minds from her co-childminder's house in Beeston, near Nottingham. The co-childminder's partner and son who is two years old also live at the premises which is within walking distance of local facilities including shops, schools and parks. The whole ground floor of the premises may be used for childminding, with toilet and sleeping facilities available within this area. There is an enclosed rear garden available for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. She may care for a maximum of six children aged under eight years at any one time and is currently minding two children within the Early Years age range. She mainly works with another registered childminder and when working together they may care for a maximum of 11 children aged under eight years at any one time, five of whom may be in the early years age range. She provides care all-year-round and 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

The childminder recognises children's individuality and has a sound understanding of their needs and interests. She is developing positive relationships with parents and carers, offering them information about her setting, being flexible and showing an interest in their home lives. Children are making good progress in their overall learning. The childminder takes positive steps to promote children's health and welfare through daily routines, minimising risks and good safeguarding awareness. The childminder has a positive attitude towards continued development and ensuring that the overall quality, care and outcomes for children improve.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure all necessary information is obtained from parents in advance of a child being admitted to the provision with regard to requesting written parental permission to the seeking of any necessary emergency medical advice or treatment in the future (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare). 24/06/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 expand the system of assessing and recording children's progress, This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 highlighting next steps for them to work towards in each of the six areas of learning and use the information gained to plan some practical play activities to help children reach their full potential  establish fully methods of reviewing practice to highlight strengths and address areas for improvement to further benefit the children.

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the early years provision

The childminder gives a high priority to keeping children safe. Thorough risk assessments and effective precautions enable children to play safely in the home and garden. The childminder has a comprehensive range of policies and procedures that underpin her daily practice and these are added to and amended regularly. She has a good understanding of how to safeguard children from abuse, and her written policies and procedures underpin this knowledge. Areas used by the children are well maintained, spacious and visually stimulating. Toys and resources are well organised so children can help themselves, which ensures they are effectively challenged and their interest is stimulated. Cross-infection is minimised by the implementation of good hygiene procedures. For example, separate hand towels are provided for children. Required records which are kept, in the main, contain comprehensive detail to enable parents to feel well informed

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the early years provision

and to promote children's welfare. However, written parental consents for the seeking of any future medical advice or treatment have not been obtained. This is a legal requirement and potentially compromises children's safety. The childminder is starting to take positive steps to introduce children to the differences in society through activities, books and sensitive discussion. She builds positive relationships with parents and uses a number of ways to ensure they receive good information about their child's day and developmental progress. Parents are provided with clear information at the start of any arrangement and the childminder gathers detailed information about children's care needs so that these can be effectively met. Photographs and records of children's development help to keep parents informed about their child's achievements.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a professional approach to her work. She has completed all of the required training and has attended a range of short network courses to improve her knowledge base and skills. Systems for self-evaluation are not yet fully established to ensure continuous improvement across all aspects of the provision.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy, confident and are positively settled in the comfortable and relaxed atmosphere of the childminder's home. They make good progress as they spend time with the childminder before and after school and access play opportunities. The childminder is beginning to make observations as the children play to gain an understanding of the progress that they make. She effectively uses this information and her knowledge of children's interests to informally plan This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 activities. This has a positive impact on children's learning and development and helps to ensure that children are interested in what they do. However, observation and assessment strategies are not yet fully effective in identifying children's starting points or prioritising next steps for them to work towards in each of the six areas of learning identified within the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy using role play equipment and get involved in mark-making as they have conversations with the childminder. Children respond to the childminder and so are able to develop their communication skills and widen their vocabulary. Children experience activities and opportunities to develop their skills suitable to their age and abilities. For example, older children demonstrate confidence in exploring the outdoor play area where age-appropriate toys encourage interest and skill. They imaginatively use tents and tunnels to make dens and furnish these with cushions and blankets. They also enjoy accessing the swing and the slide and dig happily in the large outdoor sandpit. The childminder sits at the children's level and provides encouragement and praise as she allows the children the freedom to explore. Children undertake art and craft activities, making bookmarks and creating face masks of their own design. They feel safe and secure in the

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and outcomes for children

childminder's care, as is evident through their continual smiles and chatter as they play and they respond very positively to the childminder's kind, caring and calm manner.

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and outcomes for children

Children are beginning to learn about safety and adopting a healthy lifestyle through the repetition of routines such as knowing their hands must be washed after using the toilet. They are well nourished and are offered healthy choices. For example, they enjoy sitting in the garden on their return from school, picnicing on cheese, grapes and tomatoes. They are offered regular drinks to ensure that they are well hydrated.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy the attention of the childminder and show by their behaviour and mannerisms that they feel safe in her care. They show by their actions that they are beginning to understand the childminder's house rules and boundaries and behave well because the childminder has a consistent approach to managing unwanted behaviour and is a good role model. 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: 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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