Childminder in Kirklees

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY417519 Inspection date 29/06/2011 Inspector Lindsay Dobson

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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 2010. He lives in a detached house in Batteyeford in Mirfield, West Yorkshire. Local amenities include parks, shops, schools, nurseries and a library and the home is situated close to transport links. The ground floor of the home is used for childminding purposes with the exception of the ground floor bedroom and utility room. The bathroom on the first floor is also available and there is a secure rear garden available for outdoor play. The childminder is registered to work with his wife and their daughter who is an assistant. They also employ another registered assistant. Also on the premises are two other adults aged 18 and 22 years. The family have a pet dog and three chickens.

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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. He is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years, of these, three may be in the early years age group with one child under one year. When minding with the co- childminder and assistant from the premises, the registration is for a maximum of 15 children under eight years, of these, nine may be in the early years age group with three children under one year. There are currently 18 children on roll of whom 16 are in the early years age range. Children attend on a full and part-time basis. The childminder supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

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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 provided with good levels of care and make positive progress in their learning and development. The childminder offers a fully inclusive, warm and welcoming service, supporting all children's active participation in activities which meet their individual interests and developmental needs. The childminder works well in partnership with parents to ensure that children's unique needs are met and he has developed effective links with other providers of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder is in the early stages of developing his systems to evaluate his practice. However, he is committed to continually improving the outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further the system to monitor and evaluate the quality of the provision to include the views of parents, carers and children. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

The childminder has an accurate, up-to-date understanding of safeguarding children. He has attended child abuse awareness training and provides parents with a detailed written policy. The childminder knows what action to take in the event of a concern arising about a child in his care. He has undertaken appropriate checks to ensure adults in the home are suitable to come into contact with children. The childminder has gathered together a file of safeguarding documentation which further supports him in ensuring children are protected. The childminder takes effective steps to maintain a safe environment for children. Daily registers are maintained, which assist him to safely account for the children in his care. In addition, thorough risk assessments for the home, garden and outings are in place to identify and minimise potential hazards to children.

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the early years provision

Children benefit from the close working relationship between the childminder and their parents. They are provided with good quality information about the provision which enables the childminder to promote continuity of care. Daily information is shared through discussion and a written daily sheet and parents have opportunities to see their children's creative work displayed in the playroom. Photographs of children involved in a wide variety of activities are available for them to see. The childminder has established links with other providers where children attend more then one setting. This enables him to effectively share information and complement learning intentions to ensure continuity.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a genuine enjoyment of his work and actively engages with the children. He has started to reflect on his practice along with his co-minder and is aware of his strengths and areas for future development. However, systems are not fully developed as the childminder is not seeking the views of the parents and children to incorporate this into the evaluation process. The childminder shows a commitment to his professional development and continues to attend training to improve the outcomes for children in his care. The childminder promotes equality by providing a fully inclusive setting and enabling all children to participate in the activities. Children develop an understanding of difference through access to a good range of resources promoting positive images of ethnicity and disability. They enjoy celebrating cultural festivals, such as the Chinese New Year festivities.

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and outcomes for children

The children are very happy and settled in the childminder's care. This is due to the warm and welcoming environment he provides for them. Resources are freely accessible to children, they are age appropriate and offer them stimulation, fun and challenge as they play. The childminder is proactive in ensuring the children are progressing in their development, by completing written observations. These are linked to the six areas of learning and the childminder regularly completes the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Local Authority tracker document to ensure progress in all areas. Photographic evidence supports the observations and shows the good range of experiences and activities the children are involved in. The childminder gains sound information about children's starting points from parents enabling him to effectively support their development from the onset of care

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and outcomes for children

Children are provided with activities and learning opportunities which promote all areas of development. The large, bright playroom offers the children easy access to a good range of books, creative play, role play and mark making opportunities. Children like to select their favourite books and sit with the childminder and their friends on the large comfortable sofa to listen to the stories they have chosen. The childminder points to the pictures as he reads and his enthusiasm for the story and reading to the younger children excites and interests them. They join in with the familiar text and make the animal sounds as the childminder reads the story about finding the right pet for a child. Children's social and emotional development is positively promoted by the childminder. They arrive happily at the setting and separate from their parents well following a long and flexible settling-in routine. They have a close and strong bond with the childminder who ensures he fully

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and outcomes for children

understands their individual needs. The childminder actively promotes the children's knowledge and understanding of the world. Photographic evidence shows the younger children helping the childminder as he does some jobs around the house. The childminder supports the children by providing tools for them to use. He explains how children also enjoy fixing things in the outdoor area, for example, they use tools to fix the wheeled vehicles. To further support the children's imaginations, the childminder has provided a builders hut enabling them to extend they play and experiences.

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and outcomes for children

Children have many varied opportunities to develop their physical skills. They go for walks into the local wooded area where they climb on fallen tree trunks and look for bugs and insects in the tree roots. The children enjoy collecting leaves and foliage to make pictures and feed to the chickens in the garden. Children have free access to the childminder's garden. This area is fully enclosed and children enjoy playing on wheeled toys and with the sand and water. Inside the home, the children enjoy playing with the childminder as he tickles them and engages with them in a ruff and tumble game on the sofa. The children laugh, giggle and squeal with delight as they eagerly join in.

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and outcomes for children

Children actively learn the importance of personal hygiene through the daily routines. Children are protected from cross-infection and contamination through well-thought-out hygiene procedures. Children have healthy options for their meals and snacks which are provided by the childminder and co-minder in partnership. Children's individual dietary requirements are well met. The home is safe for the children with a good use of safety gates, socket covers and high chairs with appropriate seat straps and restraints. The childminder reminds children about the possible dangers when they are running inside or playing inappropriately with the toys. He gives the children clear explanations, enabling them to develop their own understanding of keeping themselves safe. The childminder teaches the children the difference between right and wrong and the importance of sharing all the toys. This is all done at an age-appropriate level so all children are able to understand.

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and outcomes for children

This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Consequently, children are well behaved. The childminder works hard to ensure that children have a fun and stimulating time in a safe and happy environment. 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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