Childminder in SheffieldOfsted inspection, 7 Sept 2011

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY415396 Inspection date 07/09/2011 Inspector Karen Byfleet

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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 parents and sister in the Norwood area of Sheffield. The family also have a pet dog. She lives within walking distance of local schools, shops and parks. Access to the childminder's home is via the front door where there is a staircase down to the lower ground floor playroom. There is also level access to the playroom by the rear access to the home.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary part of the Childcare Register. She is registered to provide care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time. All of the lower ground floor and the first floor of the childminder's home are accessible to children.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder holds a relevant level 3 early years qualification and she receives support from the local authority.

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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 recognises and values the uniqueness of each child that attends and children are happy and settled within the warm and homely environment. The childminder is effective in monitoring children's progress in their learning and development. Partnerships with parents have been established to ensure children's welfare needs are consistently met and all relevant information is shared regularly. Partnerships with other providers have not yet been fully established to ensure consistency and coherence in children's learning and development. Most of the required documentation is in place to ensure children are safeguarded. The childminder evaluates her provision to ensure she maintains continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure information about who has legal contact and who has parental responsibility is recorded for all children (Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children). 23/09/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further the partnerships with other providers where children attend, to ensure consistency and coherence in their learning and development. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

Children are safeguarded as the childminder has devised and implemented an effective safeguarding policy which she shares with parents. The policy includes clear procedures to follow if she has any concerns about children's safety and welfare and also if any allegation is made against the childminder. The childminder has devised and implemented effective risk assessments which cover the premises, equipment and any outings. These are regularly reviewed and updated to ensure children's safety. The premises are kept safe as the main door is kept locked with the keys easily available to the childminder for emergency evacuation and the rear garden is safely enclosed. The childminder self-evaluates her provision and has a clear vision for maintaining and improving her well organised provision.

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the early years provision

The childminder has good knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and of the six areas of learning. Effective, age appropriate activities are planned from the regular observations she makes of the children's learning and the planning of their next steps ensures children make good progress. Children's health and well-being is promoted well. They follow good hygiene procedures with regard to hand washing before eating, after using the toilet and undertaking messy play activities. They are provided with a good range of healthy foods at snack and meal times and drinks are available to children at all times. Parents are able to provide children with a packed lunch if they wish and these are stored appropriately in the fridge. All required written parental permissions are obtained for the childminder to administer medication and seek any necessary medical advice or treatment and the childminder holds a valid first aid certificate,

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the early years provision

Partnerships with parents are good. The childminder exchanges information on a daily basis about what the children have been doing. She provides written information about what they have eaten, sleep times, nappy changes and toileting. For new children, the childminder texts or telephones parents to assure them that the children are settled and well throughout their first few days. Development records are always available for parents to read and add to as they wish. Most required documentation is in place. However, information about who has parental responsibility and who has legal contact for the child is not in place and this is a legal requirement. Partnerships with other providers who deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage, where children attend are not fully established. The childminder has exchanged some information but this is not a regular process to ensure consistency and coherence in children's learning and development.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and settled within the childminder's home and they are making good progress in their learning and development. The childminder is warm and caring towards the children as she interacts and engages well with them in their freely chosen play. The environment is well organised to enable children to freely This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 choose and access resources, helping to raise their self-esteem and give them a sense of belonging. All toys are stored in boxes on low-level shelving and their artwork is attractively displayed. The childminder regularly changes the toys to ensure children's interest is maintained.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder plans a wide variety of age appropriate activities which enable her to observe the children and monitor the progress in their learning and development. The childminder also plans outings to places of interest such as the local parks where the children can explore and play ball games. Children's welfare and safety is fully supported. They feel safe within the childminder's home as they confidently approach her and they are developing their independence as they make individual choices. Children are developing an effective awareness of their own personal hygiene as they know and follow hygiene procedures, such as hand washing before eating and after using the toilet. They are also provided with individual hand wipes.

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and outcomes for children

Children's development in all six areas of learning is fully promoted. They have regular access to activities and toys which encourage and develop skills, such as problem solving and communication. For example, jigsaws, building blocks, role play and small world toys. They enjoy looking at books with the childminder and participate in craft and creative activities, such as painting and drawing. The childminder actively promotes a fully inclusive provision and actively encourages the young children in her care to be cooperative, share and take turns. The children enjoy each others company and approach the childminder with confidence. 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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