Childminder in Derby

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY414019 Inspection date 29/06/2011 Inspector Judith Rayner

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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 registered in 2010. She lives with her partner and young son in a detached house in a suburb of Derby, Derbyshire. There are local amenities close by, such as shops, schools and a park. The family have two rabbits and one guinea pig. Most of the house is accessible to children, with toilet facilities accessible on the first floor. However, most childminding occurs on the ground floor. The premises are easily accessible through a side entrance and one step up into the home. There is also sufficient parking available outside the home.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the Voluntary and Compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to provide care for five children under eight. There are three children on roll, all of whom are within the early years age group. They attend various days and times throughout the week. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association and holds a recognisable childcare qualification.

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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 provides a welcoming, stimulating and well-organised home, with a mostly good range of resources and toys. All children's health, safety and welfare needs are met and fully respected. Children are happy, settled and are making good progress in their learning and development. Records, policies and procedures are detailed, clearly written and mostly well organised. The childminder uses a self-evaluation process to clearly identify areas for improvement to ensure the outcomes for children continue to develop.

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further?

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

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further?

 increase the range of resources, toys and activities to raise children's awareness to other's similarities, differences, religious and cultural festivals  review the systems used to ensure documents are easily accessible for the seeking of emergency medical advice and treatment when on outings.

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the early years provision

The childminder is confident in her role and responsibilities to safeguard children. She is fully aware of the procedures she should take should she have any concerns regarding any of the children in her care. Further guidance written in a clearly presented policy highlights her role and she shares this with parents from the onset. Children are further protected because the childminder undertakes thorough risk assessments which are regularly reviewed along with daily visual checks, thus This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 minimising hazards to children. The childminder effectively supervises children, such as closely supervising them inside the home and out in the garden, paying particular attention to younger children when accessing activities and toys, such as the trampoline. Safety equipment, such as safety gates and cupboard locks, are fitted throughout the home, minimising risks to children. Main doors are locked,

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the early years provision

preventing children from leaving without adult supervision, and all visitors are checked for identification before entering the home. This enables children to explore safely and independently both indoors and outside.

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the early years provision

A clear routine is in place to help children settle, however, the childminder is very flexible and fully understands the individuality of children and fully respects their needs, such as, meal, sleep times and the use of comforts. The areas of the home are successfully used to enhance opportunities for children's all-round development. There is a good range of toys and resources to support children in their learning and development which are attractively presented and easily accessible. This is because the childminder presents the toys on low-level shelving, in baskets and boxes placed on the floor and low free-standing furniture, such as a low table and chairs. A good range of written policies and procedures are in place and displayed in the entrance hall, which clearly highlights how children are cared for and how the childminder operates her business. A portfolio is also accessible to parents, sharing her personal information, such as records of achievements, in

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the early years provision

training and qualifications. Records are recorded accurately, maintained very well and stored in a secure location. Records are shared in a confidential way, such as with parents of the children concerned. However, the record system used to seek emergency medical advice and treatment when on outings is not as useful to ensure children's immediate medical needs are dealt with swiftly if required.

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the early years provision

Children are treated with equal concern and respect. They have access to a range of suitable activities and experiences that help them learn about other's similarities and differences, religious and cultural festivals, such as books and dressing-up, as well as visiting the local shops within the community. The partnership with parents is good. The childminder has worked hard from the onset, promoting an effective partnership with parents to ensure children's individual needs are quickly identified and met. In the entrance hall to the home, information regarding the practice delivered is displayed and accessible for parents to view at their leisure, including written policies and procedures, menus and the certificate of registration. Discussions with parents supports the ongoing needs of children and keeps them up-to-date with their child's progress and development. There are suitable systems in place with others who are involved with the care and learning of children should

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the early years provision

The childminder has implemented a useful system to review aspects of her service and skills to ensure improvement. She has reflected on the system being used to track children's development and has introduced an improved format. This clearly identifies areas of learning for each childs with attractive photographs for parents to view creating a welcoming and friendly way to share the development progress of their child. The childminder has completed all required courses for registration, such as the 'Introduction of Childcare Practice' and 'Paediatric First Aid'. The childminder has a positive attitude to the ongoing development of her childcare This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 practice which demonstrates, through self-evaluation, a good capacity for continued improvement for the outcomes for children.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy their time with the childminder and are familiar with the routine. They are happy, settled and are making good progress in their learning and development. Children are offered a good range of experiences that enhance their all-round development, both inside the home and garden. The childminder knows the children she cares for very well and, together with her good understanding of child development, successfully implements the Early Years Foundation Stage into her practice. From the start, the childminder proactively collates information from parents and records this in detail to ensure the child has a clear starting point to which the childminder then builds upon. Observations are regularly undertaken during a variety of activities in the home and on outings, enabling the childminder to have a clear assessment of where each child is at in their stage of development. From this, the childminder identifies what she needs to do next to support the

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and outcomes for children

ongoing development needs of each child and plans purposefully for individual children.

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and outcomes for children

Children's self-esteem is good. From a young age they confidently explore their surroundings and are forming close relationships with the childminder. Older children strike up close bonds with their peers. The childminder skilfully manages any unwanted behaviour with consideration to each child's level of ability and understanding whilst continually promoting sharing and respect for one another. Children are praised on the smallest of achievements as the childminder uses positive words, such as ' well done'. The language skills of children are developing well because the childminder talks consistently with the children, encouraging and developing their language skills from a young age. Children have access to a wide range of books which are suitable for very young children, such as hardback books. Children attempt to mark make as they paint on paper on the wall outside and make patterns with their fingers in the dry flour. Children eagerly explore the

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and outcomes for children

toys and activities in the garden. Babies enjoy toddling freely, looking at flowers, climbing low steps and slides, whilst older children run around kicking balls into the football net to digging in the sand and bouncing on the trampoline. This helps children to enjoy exercising in the fresh air whilst having fun. Older children enjoy copying each other as they run around, playing chasing games and play with bats and balls. Older children have good concentration as they attempt to complete floor puzzles of 16 pieces or more. They work out the shape and colours and link the picture on the box successfully with the individual jigsaw pieces as they complete the puzzle only with a little adult support.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder is a good role model in preventing the spread of infection and promoting good personal hygiene routines. The childminder cleans all surfaces before food is prepared and where children will eat and quickly cleans up after meal times. Children are encouraged to wash their hands before and after they have something to eat and if they have helped feed the pet animals. Menus are healthy and fully address any individual dietary needs. Drinks are available This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 throughout the day because the childminder ensures the non-spill bottles are easily accessible for children to help themselves as well as monitoring their intake to ensure they do not become dehydrated. To help children develop the skills they will need for the future, they are provided with programmable toys, such as, toy word computers, telephones and investigative toys which require button-pressing.

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and outcomes for children

They are encouraged to make free choices in their play such as, indoor or outside, if they would like a sleep and take turns bouncing on the trampoline. They participate regularly in fire drills so they are learning what to do should they need to leave the house quickly. 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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