Childminder in Derbyshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY419639 Inspection date 28/07/2011 Inspector Justine Ellaway

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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. She lives with her husband and two children aged five and eight years in Stonebroom, Derbyshire. All of the childminder's house, except for the main bedroom on the first floor and the second part of the rear garden are used for childminding. The family has two dogs, two cats and chickens.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children at any one time. There are currently six children on roll, three of whom are within the early years age range. The childminder collects children from the local school and attends local stay and play sessions on a regular basis.

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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 successfully creates a welcoming environment where children's needs are met. Children make good progress in their learning and development as most systems are well established. She demonstrates a sound capacity to maintain continuous improvement as she is keen to continue to attend training and is honest in reflecting on her practice. A well-developed partnership with parents and carers ensures that information is gathered to meet children's individual needs. Systems to share information with other settings that children attend are suitably developed.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop observations further to consistently make links to the Development matters prompts to plan the next steps in a child's developmental progress  support children's understanding of the wider world by expanding the range of resources to reflect the diversity of children and adults within and beyond the setting.

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the early years provision

The childminder has clear and well-organised policies and procedures which are effectively implemented to ensure that children's welfare is promoted. She demonstrates a sound understanding of child protection issues to ensure that children are suitably safeguarded. She has recently attended training and is secure about possible signs of abuse and the procedures to follow if she has any concerns. Risks and hazards are minimised within the home so that children can This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 play safely. Good consideration is given to children's safety when they are taken on outings. For example, the childminder carries emergency contact details and children wear wrist bands with her contact number on. The childminder is aware of the requirement to notify the regulator of any changes to household members so that checks can be undertaken to establish that they are suitable to be around

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the early years provision

The childminder effectively evaluates her practice and identifies areas for improvement. She is honest when appraising the quality of care offered. She demonstrates a sound capacity to improve as she is keen to attend further training to develop her knowledge and skills. She also attends regular guidance meetings with the childminding support officer. She is an experienced childminder who utilises her previous experience well to provide good quality care for children.

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the early years provision

The childminder establishes good partnerships with parents and carers. They regularly share information to promote consistency of care for each child. The childminder gathers a range of permissions from parents so that they are well informed about matters that affect the care of their children. They have constant access to their child's development file and the childminder discusses children's next steps with parents and carers. The childminder regularly shares information about children's learning and development with other settings that they attend. This means that there is continuity in support.

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the early years provision

The childminder has created a homely environment for children. Good use is made of the space so that children can free flow throughout the whole of the ground floor and large rear garden. There are a good range of toys and resources and children are encouraged to select these to promote their independence. The childminder also rotates the toys and resources so that children do not become bored. The childminder discusses differences as and when they occur naturally, for example, if children notice something. However, on a day-to-day basis she has a small range of toys and resources that supports children's understanding of the wider world. The childminder gives good consideration to each child in her care and ensures her time is divided equally so they all have her attention.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy themselves and are confident and comfortable in this fun environment. The garden is an exciting place to be and children regularly go outside. They develop their physical skills as they play croquet, football or go on the bouncy castle. They are encouraged to do things for themselves and therefore develop their self-care skills as they toilet independently and put on their shoes. Children receive lots of praise and encouragement which boosts their self-esteem.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy being creative and spend time doing free art work, using glue, stickers, scissors and other craft materials. A child continues to add things to their picture until they are satisfied with the result. Children are regularly encouraged to count and recognise shapes and as such make good progress in this area. They use their senses as they guess the smell of fragrant crayons and correctly identify This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 some of the smells.

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and outcomes for children

Children demonstrate a very good understanding of healthy eating. They ably describe the fruit and vegetables that are being grown in the childminder's garden. They know which foods are good for you and which we can enjoy as a treat. They demonstrate a sound awareness of their own safety and are careful when moving around the environment or using the equipment. The childminder also supports children's understanding of safety through activities. For example, taking minded children to a road safety awareness session at the local school.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder is very effective in the way in which she communicates with the minded children. She is constantly chatting, explaining, describing what she is doing and asking questions. As a result children's communication skills are well promoted and their learning and development supported. They are curious and interested in what is on offer. She employs suitable methods to manage children's behaviour and help them to understand right and wrong.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder gives good consideration to the range of activities on offer. Regular outings to stay and play sessions and other venues means there is variety across the week and during the school holidays. The childminder maintains a useful record of children's progress. However, this is not fully developed to firmly evidence children's progress in all of the aspects of each of the 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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