Childminder in Telford and Wrekin

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY425415 Inspection date 31/08/2011 Inspector Lesley Bott

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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 2011. She lives with her partner in Telford, Shropshire. The whole of the downstairs of the house is used for childminding purposes, together with an upstairs bathroom and bedroom. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is able to take and collect children from local schools and pre-schools. The family pets include a rabbit and a bearded dragon.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. There are currently seven children attending who are within the Early Years Foundation Stage, some of whom attend on a part-time basis. The childminder also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. She is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is also part of the Telford and Wrekin Childminding Network. She 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

Children are happy and content in the setting. They make good progress in their learning and development and are provided with a good range of play activities. There is a commitment to ongoing improvement as the childminder attends regular training and has systems in place to evaluate her practice. Well-written policies and procedures securely underpin the childminder's practice and are shared with parents and carers. The childminder is committed to improving and developing her service through training to keep up-to-date with her practice.

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further?

To meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 request written parental permission at the time of children's admission to the provision, to the seeking of any necessary emergency medical advice or treatment in the future (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare). 14/09/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 review the risk assessment to ensure that it covers anything with which a child may come into contact to ensure children's safety and well being  continue to develop the recording of observations, assessments and next This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 steps for children's learning and development

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the early years provision

The childminder is fully committed to safeguarding and is well informed about procedures to keep children safe. All required policies and documentation for the effective safe running of the setting are in place. However, written consent from parents for the seeking of emergency medical treatment has not been sought to ensure the safety of children in the event of an emergency. Children are cared for in a generally safe environment where the childminder seeks to balance action to limit hazards with teaching children to be self-aware. She has a written risk assessment which highlights most hazards including outings. However, this currently does not effectively identify and address the risks for children's contact with the pets. Her daily practice, such as, safe collection and use of a visitors book and checking identity ensures children are safeguarded from strangers.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a clear vision for the future of her provision and practice. Although only registered this year, she has already become accredited and is part of the local network. She undertakes additional training courses in order to continue to develop and improve outcomes for children. She is aware of the benefits of reflective practice and has used the ofsted self-evaluation process to enhance this.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a very effective partnership with parents to aid an easy settling-in process for children in meeting their individual needs. Information is shared through regular discussion and written policies. There is a very interesting collection of photos demonstrating the different activities the children have enjoyed. Parents have access to daily diaries, menu rotas and learning journeys, ensuring they are fully aware of all aspects of their child's day. The childminder is establishing links with other early years settings, such as, the local childminding groups and clearly recognises the importance of liaising with other settings that children may attend.

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and outcomes for children

Children are making good progress as they enjoy a comprehensive range of stimulating and enjoyable activities. They are very settled and relaxed in the setting which allows them to develop fully as individuals. Planning is written and organised each week to ensure that children are provided with a varied range of creative learning experiences. Some information is recorded around observation and next steps of activities but this needs to be more evaluative in order to identify children's progress and development fully.

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and outcomes for children

Children's health is very well promoted through nutritious meals and daily snacks This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 as the childminder provides well balanced home cooked meals which follow the menu rota. Children learn how food like fresh vegetables grow as they have been involved in growing their own fruit and vegetables over the summer. They know and understand the daily routines, as they wash their hands before eating, using their individual towels in the bathroom. Children have exciting opportunities to engage in physical activities, both indoors and out, increasing their awareness of the importance of regular exercise and fresh air. An imaginative, creative outdoor area allows the children to maximise and extend their learning.

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and outcomes for children

Children are very content in the home where they make excellent relationships with the childminder and independently access toys and equipment from the wide selection housed in low-storage baskets. The childminder further enhances children's development through utilising the local toy library in supporting equal opportunities and diversity. Children happily initiate their own play as they learn to construct and match when putting together the pieces of a car racing track. Children play both independently and together as older children include younger ones in their play, this helps them to develop skills for their future. They make good progress in their communication and problem solving as they take turns in a counter game. Children are encouraged to count and name the colours of the resources during the activities.

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and outcomes for children

Children have a strong sense of belonging in the security of the childminder's care. Photos of the children with their family are displayed to develop their self-esteem. Communication and language skills are well supported through positive dialogue between the childminder and the children as they talk about past activities through pictures which are displayed around the room. For example, helping build the den in the garden.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn about safety as they understand what to do in the event of a fire, and are protected on outings as they are reminded by the childminder about road safety. 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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