Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection report for early years provision

p.1

Unique reference number EY343219 Inspection date 27/07/2011 Inspector Susan Rogers

p.1

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.

p.1

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

p.2

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.

p.3

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).

p.3

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.

p.3

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

p.3

Description of the childminding

The childminder was registered in 2006. She lives with her husband and one child aged 6 years in Nottingham. The whole of the ground floor of the property is used for childminding and there is ground floor toilet. There is a fully enclosed rear garden.

p.4

Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding two part-time children in this age group. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

p.4

Description of the childminding

The childminder takes and collects children from the local school and nursery. She is a member of National Childminding Association.

p.4

The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good.

p.4

The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are settled, happy and secure in the childminders care and family oriented environment. All documentation, policies and procedures are reviewed and are successful in protecting childrens welfare. Inclusive practice is actively promoted through the resources and activities and the childminders good awareness. Parents and carers have regular access to their childs well-documented learning records and through good communication are consulted through all steps of their childs care. The premises are well used to provide children with a range of play activities that promotes their development. Systems to evaluate practice are well embedded and serve to improve standards to continue with good quality provision for all children.

p.4

further?

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

p.4

further?

 support the development of childrens independence skills and allow children to pour their own drinks and serve their own food.

p.4

the early years provision

There are clear safeguarding arrangements in place that ensure children are protected as the childminder has completed child protection training and advises parents of her obligations and responsibilities. She is aware of any aspect of a This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 childs care that would cause concern and has readily available the information to be able to take appropriate action if necessary. All adults having contact with the children are vetted and through the childminders effective organisation ensures children are safe and protected. Regular and detailed risk assessments are completed that include all indoor and outdoor activities. This ensures children learn in a safe environment which promotes their feelings of safety.

p.4

the early years provision

The documentation, procedures and policies are very well organised and regularly reviewed. The childminder regularly updates her training so that she is up-to-date on all current issues. This enables her to maintain her ongoing suitability and provide a carefully considered service that meets childrens individual needs. Children who have special educational needs and/or learning disabilities and who speak English as an additional language receive care that considers their individual needs. The childminder works effectively with additional agencies and is receptive to support and advice.

p.5

the early years provision

All statutory information is in place and includes childrens hours of attendance, all accidents are recorded and any medication administered is with parental written permission. The premises have been well adapted to meet childrens play needs. Children have ready access to an organised rear garden where they access wide ranging play resources. Children access toys independently as these are arranged in low-level cupboards and storage baskets. Child-sized furniture is available for children to develop their own play ideas and promote their learning. Childrens awareness of the world around them is promoted through carefully chosen equipment that gives positive representation of different cultures. They enjoy celebrating a variety of festivals that reflect our diverse world and topics about the wider world are introduced with older children.

p.5

the early years provision

Children are well supported as they attend other settings and move into full time school. Information regarding childrens developmental stages and learning preferences is exchanged regularly to ensure continuity. The childminder exchanges information with parents on a daily basis and shares with them the records she keeps on their childs development. There are a series of effective strategies n place to evaluate and measure the service offered, resulting in a continually improving provision that is consistent in meeting the needs of the children.

p.5

and outcomes for children

Children thoroughly enjoy their activities and play experiences as these reflect their individual interests. They settle well and have formed strong friendships recognising that this enhances their play as they include others. They provide ongoing encouragement for one another as they explore and discover. They communicate very well with each other and the child minder as they share their thoughts and ideas for play. They enjoy using the dressing up resources using lengths of cloth as a cloak as they become a superhero or a magician. They This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 become familiar with using the computer sharing strategies as they discuss how to complete a number puzzle. This enhances their understanding of written text and how they add to and take away from a number. They use tools and equipment as they enjoy cooking activities. Healthy eating is promoted as fresh fruit and a

p.5

and outcomes for children

healthy well balanced diet is provided. They always have sufficient to drink ensuring they are hydrated. Meal times and snack times are a positive social experience but, unfortunately, childrens independence is not fully promoted as they do not pour their own drinks or serve their own food.

p.6

and outcomes for children

Childrens investigative skills are promoted as they use the outdoors using magnifiers to examine inspects and plant life more closely. They observe fruit growing on the trees in the garden and harvesting these when they are ready to eat. They recently observed the life stages of a butterfly watching the changes from caterpillar to butterfly. Observations of childrens progress are well documented, linked to areas of learning and are regularly shared with parents. Children review their own progress as they look at photographs of themselves and at their development record. These are used by the childminder to plan and develop new experiences for individual children. Childrens different stages of development are planned for as the childminder successfully plans for their next steps.

p.6

and outcomes for children

Children grow in confidence as they develop their play ideas they are well supported by the childminder who prompts them during their play making sensitive suggestions to enhance their play. A wide range of books are readily accessible and children are proudly share and discuss their favourite book with others. They enjoy interacting with story sack resources using puppets and dolls to enhance their understnding of the story. Their health is promoted as they enjoy walks to school, local parks and play centres. Good routines are in place to prevent the risk of infection with children washing their hands before eating so that they learn how to live a healthy life style. They learn how to keep themselves safe as the childminder discusses road safety when they walk to and from school. Regular evacuation drills promote childrens understanding of how to respond in the event of a fire or emergency. Children have developed warm and trusting relationships

p.6

and outcomes for children

with the childminder, feeling safe in her care and learning positive skills for the future. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

p.6

Annex A: record of inspection judgements

The key inspection judgements and what they mean

p.7

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

p.7

children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement

p.7

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

p.7

Stage

The quality of the provision in the Early Years Foundation Stage 2

p.7

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

p.7

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

p.7

Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are: Met

p.8

Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Met

p.8