Childminder in Bristol

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY371373 Inspection date 12/07/2011 Inspector ISP Inspection

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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 2008. She lives with her three children in the Filton area of Bristol. The whole of the property is used for childminding and there is an enclosed garden for outside play. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and on the compulsory and voluntary part of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than two may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding two children in this age range on a part-time basis. The childminder also cares for children over eight years of age. The childminder walks or uses as vehicle to local schools to take and collect children. She attends the local toddler group and takes children to the local park and library.

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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 uses her home and outings to enable children to participate in a sound range of activities to help them make some progress in their learning and development. Positive partnerships with parents and other providers prompt consistent care for children to meet their individual needs. The childminder generally promotes children's welfare. Systems to support children's safety on outings are not fully in place. The childminder demonstrates a satisfactory commitment to 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 the use of observation and assessment of children's learning to identify more clearly children's individual learning priorities and next steps  develop the risk assessment to include when children are taken on outings

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the early years provision

The childminder has a satisfactory awareness of safeguarding issues and is aware of the appropriate procedures to put in practice; for example, documentation is in place to promote the welfare of the children, such as the daily attendance record. The sickness policy - which excludes children if they are poorly - helps to limit any spread of infections. Children are suitably protected by the childminder's understanding of child protection issues. The relevant guidance literature is in place to ensure she has up-to-date information about the procedures to follow if This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 she has a concern about the welfare of any child.

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the early years provision

The childminder has taken some steps in the form of written evaluations, and is aware of how she can continue to develop children's care and learning; for example, she is intending to join a toy library to provide a wider range of toys and activities for the children. She has attended training to refresh her knowledge on providing inclusive play for children, and to improve outcomes for children. Children enjoy playing freely in the childminder's home and resources are suitably displayed at child height, which supports children's self-selection of play opportunities and builds on their confidence. Children have opportunities throughout the day to access the garden for play in the fresh air, where they engage in both child-initiated and adult-led activities.

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the early years provision

The childminder regularly discusses the children's welfare and development with parents and welcomes their feedback. Information is exchanged daily about children's changing needs through discussion and the displayed art work completed by the children; this gives parents an understanding of the activities they have completed. The childminder is in the process of developing a written daily diary to ensure children have consistency of care. The childminder has a general discussion with staff in the school that children attend and passes any relevant information from parents. She is aware of the importance of forging links with other early years settings that children attend. All children are included as the childminder has a suitable understanding of supporting children to participate in activities at their own level. They begin to learn about diversity through the use of displayed pictures and books that reflect positive images of different children.

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and outcomes for children

Children experience a sufficient range of activities which includes active and quiet play. The childminder follows the routines which are suitable for their individual needs and the children confidently approach her for support. Children choose from a range of resources that support them in making some progress in their learning and development. For example, children enjoy exploring the treasure basket and shake the shakers, exploring the different sounds they make. Children's learning and development is suitably supported by the childminder who interacts with children and encourages their play. For example, children investigate the toy foods and confidently repeat the name of each fruit. Children's imaginary play is developing as they make cups of tea for their visitors. They begin to operate simple equipment and wait patiently for the toast in the pop-up toaster. The childminder helps children to develop an understanding of their environment

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and outcomes for children

through regular outings to watch the trains and feed the ducks in the local park.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy regular exercise that contributes to their heath, when walking to school and visits to the park. They enjoy visiting the children's group where they begin to learn to socialise with other children and enjoy a wider range of activities. A suitable range of books displayed on blankets invite children to enjoy books and develop their understanding of written words. The childminder has sufficient This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 understanding of promoting children's progress across the six areas of learning, and has started to monitor the children's progress through observation. However, this is in its early stages and does not take sufficient account of what children know and can do, to enable the childminder to accurately identify the next steps in each child's learning and development.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder liaises regularly with parents to ensure that the meals she provides are suitable for children's needs, and meet their individual preferences. Children visit the shops with the childminder and choose their fruit for snack times, which helps them to understand how to make healthy choices. The childminder uses real-life situations to help children to begin to learn how to stay safe. They talk about road safety whilst out walking and are involved in practising the route they should take if they need to leave the house in the event of a fire. The childminder completes a daily check of the home to limit hazards to children and keep them safe. A general written risk assessment is in place for when children are taken out of the house. However, this does not include all hazards that children come into contact with, or supports their well-being. The childminder has a positive approach to managing behaviour. She uses distraction with younger

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and outcomes for children

children and praise to encourage good behaviour, which helps children to begin to share their toys and enjoy their play. 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 3 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 3 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 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 3

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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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