Childminder in Wakefield

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 322003 Inspection date 06/09/2011 Inspector Paula Fretwell

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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 has been registered since February 1991. She lives with her husband in Ackworth, on the outskirts of Pontefract, within walking distance of local amenities. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding and there is an enclosed area for outdoor play.

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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, no more than three of whom may be in the early years age range. She is registered on the Early Years Register and the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. There are currently four children on roll who are on the Early Years Register.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are busy and happy in the friendly, welcoming setting, and their welfare, learning and development requirements are appropriately met. Children are mostly safe and there are positive relationships with parents as the childminder supports them in their role. The childminder understands the importance of developing partnerships with others, where appropriate, to ensure children's individual needs are met. Space is used effectively and suitable resources are accessible to enable children to make satisfactory progress in their learning and development. The childminder is aware of the need to reflect on her practice and evaluate her provision.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure first aid training is up to date (Qualifications, training, knowledge and skills). 06/09/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 improve ways to evaluate the quality of the provision, taking into account the views of parents and children  improve opportunities to develop children's knowledge and understanding of the world, for example, through having access to the wider community.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a suitable knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children and she is clear about the procedure to follow for dealing with any child This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 protection concerns or allegations. Children are safe and secure through the childminder supervising them at all times and maintaining a safe environment for them to play. Children play freely and choose from a basic range of toys and resources stored within their reach. The childminder checks toys and play areas for hazards to ensure children play safely. Children learn how to keep themselves safe through effective discussion when playing. For example, the childminder reminds them that they must not climb over the sofa as they might fall.

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the early years provision

The childminder's warm and caring interaction with the children satisfactorily promotes their learning and she is aware of the Statutory Framework for Early Years Foundation Stage. Children's welfare, learning and development are discussed verbally with parents and carers on a daily basis.

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the early years provision

All necessary written parental consents are in place for children's care. The childminder supports parents in their role and she is flexible with the care she offers. The childminder understands the need to develop links with others who have responsibility for the children when this is relevant to children in her care. Some systems are in place to evaluate the practice, although these are not yet robust enough to accurately identify strengths and areas to improve. The childminder does not have a current first aid certificate and this is a breach in the requirements of registration.

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and outcomes for children

Children are settled and content in the childminder's care and they benefit from caring relationships that support their learning and development. They learn through play and interaction with the childminder in a relaxed atmosphere, where there are plenty of opportunities for individual attention.

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and outcomes for children

There is an appropriate balance of child-initiated and adult-led activities to enable children to develop at their own pace. Children enjoy fresh air opportunities in the childminder's garden and on walks to and from school. When indoors, children choose what they would like to do. For example, they enjoy looking at books and completing shape sorter puzzles, and the childminder is on hand to extend their learning. Children use their imaginations well as they play with large vehicles and put their teddies in as the drivers. Children make suitable progress in all areas of learning, although they have few opportunities to explore their wider environment and develop their knowledge and understanding of the world within the local community. Children show off their newly acquired skills, such as jumping, and they wiggle in time to music.

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and outcomes for children

Children's good health is supported through effective practices and personal hygiene routines. Sufficient attention and discussion is offered to promote hand hygiene, for example, when children have used the potty. Children enjoy healthy foods and the childminder works closely with parents to ensure their individual dietary needs are met. They enjoy sitting together for snacks and the childminder ensures they have sufficient time to finish what they are eating. Children enjoy a drink whenever they feel thirsty and the childminder makes sure these are always This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 available in their individual cups.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder helps children to understand and value diversity through the provision of positive images, daily activities and play. She encourages children to value all resources by using toys properly. She has a fair approach to managing children's behaviour and sensitive discussion about expected behaviour takes place as part of the routine. The childminder gives plenty of positive praise, encouragement, attention and cuddles, which help children feel good about themselves. 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 3 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 3 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 3 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 3

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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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Qualifications and training). 06/09/2011

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the Early Years section of the report (Qualifications and training). 06/09/2011

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