Childminder in Leeds

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY319860 Inspection date 06/09/2011 Inspector Jane O'Callaghan

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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 2005 and lives on the outskirts of Leeds. The whole of the ground floor, downstairs bathroom and rear garden are used for childminding purposes. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time. The childminder currently has six children on roll and of these four are in the early years age range and none are in the compulsory childcare group.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder collects and takes children to local schools, visits parks and places of interest. She has a cat as a family pet.

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Description of the childminding

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

This is a very homely environment where children enjoy a wide range of stimulating activities. All areas of learning are provided for and children make good progress towards the early learning goals. Systems for observation and assessment are used effectively to ensure children progress. The setting is well organised and policies and procedures are comprehensive and reflect the practice that takes place. Partnerships are established and contribute positively to the outcomes for children in most areas. The childminder is keen to promote continuous quality improvement, although, processes of the self-evaluation are in the early stages.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve systems for self-evaluation to ensure that plans for future improvement are well-targeted  ensure parents are given regular opportunities to contribute in children's profiles

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the early years provision

The childminder prioritises children's safety effectively. She has a comprehensive safeguarding policy and procedure in place, which she updates regularly. All other polices and procedures that are required for the safe and efficient management of the setting are maintained and reviewed regularly. These are shared with parents to ensure they are fully conversant with her duty to protect children and how she organises her setting. The supervision of children and safety measures that are in This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 place are good. Full risk assessments are in place, which show what action has been taken to minimise risks to children. Further checks are completed on a daily basis to ensure the continued safety of children. Full reviews of risk assessments are completed at least annually and sooner if changes occur. All adults who have regular contact with children are appropriately vetted. This is a very warm and

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the early years provision

welcoming setting where children are fully included as part of a family. The childminder has a good knowledge of the learning and development and welfare requirements. She works very closely with parents to ensure that the individual needs of the children she cares for are at the focus of her planning and the daily routine. Parents are given daily feedback, explaining what their child's day has consisted of and are aware of their profiles. However, they are not given regular opportunities to contribute in them. Links with other settings are developed and the childminder liaises with pre-schools and schools that children attend, to ensure that all settings are aware of the children's individual needs. The childminder is starting to complete a self-evaluation form, which she intends to develop further. However, it does not fully show how she reflects on her practice, recognises the strengths in her setting and target areas for future

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the early years provision

improvement. Since the last inspection the childminder has completed most of the recommendations that were raised and children are now able to access the good range of toys and resources available. The childminder operates an equal opportunities policy and promotes equality and diversity well. She has a sound knowledge of each child's background and promotes a harmonious environment in which children learn to appreciate and respect each other's differences. Children learn about different cultures through the celebrating of different festivals, incorporating the tasting of foods from around the world. Children also play with a variety of resources to reflect all areas of equal opportunities. For example, small world with dolls, books and jigsaws.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and settled in the home and are active participants in their learning. They make their own choices about what they wish to play with as the resources are stored well to enable this. A great deal of discussion and conversation takes place between the childminder and children so that they contribute their ideas and have a strong sense of belonging. Children feel valued by the childminder as she shows them great levels of respect and listens well to what they have to say. She recognises their efforts as achievements and gives them lots of praise. Children behave very well as they feel secure and have a consistent and stable routine which they are familiar with. They know what is expected of them and they are well supported. Children are kind and thoughtful and have good language skills, along with developing their communication skills well and show a lot of affection towards the childminder. Children make sound

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and outcomes for children

progress towards the early learning goals as each area is provided for well. The childminder completes observations for all children in her care and these are supported with photographs of children partaking in different activities. All areas of learning are clearly identified, along with the recording of starting points and children's next steps of learning recognised. They are appropriately challenged in their play and are supported well when learning new skills. Children enjoy playing This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 with the cars and garage and are keen to show the childminder how you can lift the bonnet up to see the engine. They use their imagination well as they reach for the toy aeroplane and see how many figures can fit in the seats. They then press the buttons to make the noises of the aeroplane. Children reach for the doll and the stethoscope and with good interaction and assistance from the childminder

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and outcomes for children

listen to the dolls heart beat. As they listen to it, they count the beats of the heart together and then pretend to listen to the childminders. She offers children daily opportunities to play out in the garden with the good selection of resources. For example, children learn to drive and steer the pretend cars and to take turns with their friends and play with the footballs. They have good opportunities to socialise outside the setting and to learn about their community and wider environment, as they go for walks to the parks and visit a variety of child orientated groups to partake in creative activities, music time and meeting their friends. Children's awareness about developing healthy lifestyles is promoted effectively. They are supported very well with their personal hygiene routines. This extends from nappy changing procedures to children having toilet seats and steps in the bathroom to promote their independence as they develop greater skills. Children

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and outcomes for children

learn about the importance of hand washing and have use of disposable towels to reduce the risk of cross infections. The childminder promotes healthy eating in her setting and shares her healthy eating policy with parents. She is happy to provide meals for children and gathers all appropriate information about their dietary requirements likes and dislikes. She ensures that children receive home cooked nutritious meals and that meal times are a social time. Children have access to drinks at all times and have supplementary snacks that prevent them from becoming hungry, but do not interfere with their main meals. Children develop their understanding of safety by learning about road safety and through practising evacuation drills. They learn to share, take turns and to help tidy away their toys and to be kind to each other. Children are becoming responsible and learn well about right from wrong. They have very good relationships with the childminder

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and outcomes for children

and are effectively developing skills that they need for their future. 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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