Childminder in East Riding of Yorkshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY418033 Inspection date 20/07/2011 Inspector Jackie Phillips

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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 husband and two children aged three and eleven years in the village of Brough, situated within the East Riding of Yorkshire. The childminder lives within walking distance of the local school. She takes children out within the community on a regular basis, for example, to the children's centre, library and local playgroups. The setting has a fully enclosed garden for children's outdoor play opportunities.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under the age of eight years. Of these, two may be in the early years age range, including one who may be under one year. She is registered on the Early Years Register and both parts of the Childcare Register. Currently there are five children on roll, all of whom are within the early years age group. 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

The majority of systems and routines are well established to keep children safe and healthy. The childminder has a secure knowledge of each child's background and individual needs. Effective relationships exist with parents and partners, making a good contribution towards consistency in children's care and learning achievements. The childminder has a very positive attitude towards continual improvement of the provision and 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 use of self-evaluation to secure improvement of the provision  review risk assessments with regard to the storage of some hazardous items in the utility room.

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the early years provision

The childminder understands the required action to take if concerns are raised about children's welfare or well-being. She is aware of her responsibility to protect children from harm and knows the appropriate agencies to contact if required. This is because she has undergone training, and as a result has recently improved her written procedures relating to safeguarding children. She has made an assessment of the majority of potential risks inside the setting. The outdoor environment and trips and outings are also assessed for possible hazards. The childminder recognises this as an ongoing procedure, particularly to enable her to take action This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 following a review or incident.

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the early years provision

A clean, well-maintained and welcoming family environment is provided for children. Space is utilised very well, enabling children to move around freely and with confidence. Toys and resources are made very accessible to children, helping them make independent choices and decisions and accelerating progress in their learning and development. The childminder has a good knowledge of each child's background and individual needs. This helps them feel safe and secure. A comprehensive range of policies and procedures pertinent to the effective operation and management of the setting are in place. These are shared very well with parents.

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the early years provision

The childminder is very aware of her strengths and weaknesses. She is responsive to ways in which to improve her provision for children, for example, ideas suggested by colleagues and early years professionals. The system for self- evaluation is currently not effective to provide a clear way forward for action. Since her registration the childminder has set herself ambitious and appropriate targets. For example, she has made strong links with other childminders and providers in the area and has implemented effective free-flow play provision for children between the indoors and outside. The garden area in particular is an interesting place for children to spend a large part of their time. This means they benefit as a result of her drive to establish secure partnership working and learn from a wide and varied range of challenging activities and experiences that she provides.

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the early years provision

The childminder forms close working relationships with parents and carers. She obtains useful and valuable information about each child, such as unique preferences and daily routines. This means that parents' wishes and children's individual needs are effectively met. The childminder and parents share important information about their child's starting points and progress. This means that parents can become involved in their child's learning and each child is well supported in making progress towards the early learning goals. Effective relationships with other provisions involved with children are established. This not only contributes well to supporting children's welfare and learning but also to the personal and professional development of the childminder.

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and outcomes for children

Children feel secure and content at the setting, making a strong contribution to the progress they make. The childminder recognises and responds to children's individual routines, such as when they might be hungry or need a sleep. Children are well supported to learn about keeping themselves safe by, for example, being involved in practising the setting's emergency evacuation procedure or discussing road safety when out in the community. They are actively encouraged to take part in physical exercise. This is well supported by the high emphasis placed on learning through outdoor play, strongly influencing children's health, well-being and confidence. They use a varied range of tools and equipment, such as, watering cans, a trampoline and mobile toys. Sand and water play are also available. Opportunities are provided for them to plant and grow a wide variety of fruit and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

vegetables. This extends to fresh herbs, such as mint, that they pick to use on the potatoes for tea.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder observes and makes assessments of children's progress using this information to guide her planning. This is flexible to allow for spontaneous learning events that occur. For example, when children are interested in the machinery used to fell the trees or to celebrate a range of traditional and cultural festivals throughout the year. Children are taken to the children's centre and playgroups, and walks, trips and outings are organised alongside special events, such as garden parties and visits to museums, the park, the library and the train station. This means children are provided with a wealth of rich experiences in which to learn, make progress, socialise and become aware of the world around them.

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and outcomes for children

Some toys are provided that require action by the child to make it work, such as pressing a button or turning a knob. Hand-held computers, interactive games and a camera are amongst those resources provided that help children develop early skills they will require in order to use everyday information and communication technology. Children learn language skills through books and conversations. They take part in singing songs and rhymes that involve action or counting forwards and backwards. Games and puzzles help children solve problems, such as sorting and matching. Overall, children develop a range of skills and make good progress towards the early learning goals in all areas of learning. 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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