Childminder in Leeds

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY427240 Inspection date 04/10/2011 Inspector Rachel Ayo

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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 mother, also a registered childminder with whom she co-minds, in the East Ardsley area of Wakefield. There are schools, shops, parks and public transport links in the local area. The whole of the ground floor of the premises is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outdoor play. The childminder has a pet dog.

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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. When working with another childminder she may care for a maximum of 12 children under eight years at any one time, no more than six of whom may be in the early years age range. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register and is currently caring for eight children within this age group.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder takes and collects children from the local school and goes to a toddler group each week. She is a member of the National Childminding Association and holds a level 3 childcare qualification.

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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

Policies and procedures are implemented effectively in most aspects to promote the efficient and safe management of the provision. Children are clearly at ease in the well-organised and stimulating environment and make good progress towards the early learning goals as a result of effective, individualised, observational assessment. Positive partnership working with parents ensures children's individual needs are met and inclusion is promoted. Systems for self-evaluation are in the early stages at present, although the childminder identifies some areas for improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure the daily record of the names of the children looked after on the premises includes their hours of attendance and the names of the children's key workers (Documentation) 18/10/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure the risk assessment covers anything with which a child may come into contact, with particular reference to low level glass and sharp implements This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  identify risks associated with certain hygiene practices, with specific reference to the arrangements for hand washing after nose wiping.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a detailed knowledge of child protection issues and there are comprehensive safeguarding documents in place, in order for concerns to be passed on promptly. A wide range of health and safety policies and procedures support the childminder's practice, and most hazards are identified and minimised effectively as a result of detailed risk assessments, including a daily safety checklist. However, although good supervision levels are maintained at all times, certain hazards are not fully addressed, in relation to a glass table in the garden and sharp knives stored in an accessible kitchen drawer. Clear evacuation procedures are displayed and detailed records are kept of fire practises and regular checks undertaken on fire detection equipment. Children's safety on outings is well considered. For example, there are robust procedures in the event of a child going missing including children having contact details of the childminder on their

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the early years provision

All mandatory training has been completed by the childminder and she shares ideas about the provision with her co-minder and other childminders. She has recently begun to develop self-evaluation systems in order to develop her practice and identify areas for development. Parents receive good quality information about the provision, for example, through newsletters and they effectively share their views through questionnaires which are very complimentary.

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the early years provision

Record keeping systems are generally meticulous, although the daily record of attendance does not include the names of the children's key workers. This is a breach of requirements. Space and resources are organised well to promote children's independence and there is a good range of furniture and equipment to meet children's individual needs. Equality and diversity is effectively promoted including through good partnership working with parents. For example, parents provide comprehensive information detailing what they know about their child enabling the childminder to consider all aspects of inclusion. Diversity is positively depicted in a good range of resources and posters, and children learn to value and appreciate the similarities and differences between themselves and others further by celebrating festivals.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy, very sociable and develop good levels of confidence and self- esteem as a result of positive reinforcement from the childminder. They clearly feel safe and secure as they readily approach the childminder. They make choices about what they would like to do, as they select from a very good range of activities and resources, set up invitingly in the playroom on shelves and in labelled This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 storages tubs. A vibrant and welcoming play space is created with photographs, posters and displays, currently based around the theme of 'Halloween'. Children's next steps for learning are clearly targeted in order to fully promote their learning and development.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder supports children's learning well, as she sits alongside them during different activities. She asks questions to extend their imagination and critical thinking and introduces simple counting and calculation. Children are active and inquisitive. They demonstrate good levels of interest in their environment and use excellent imagination skills, while engaging in role play with dolls. They have many opportunities to explore simple technology and are encouraged to care for their environment, for example, through recycling projects.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder provides healthy snacks of fruit while parents provide packed lunches. They are actively encouraged to provide only healthy foods in order to follow the 'healthy eating' ethos. Children have ready access to their own drink which ensures they remain hydrated, in particular, when they may become more thirsty while playing in the garden. Children's all round good health is further promoted by good access to fresh air and exercise, including through interesting outings. Children clearly enjoy playing out; they rush to the door after excitedly putting on their coats and shoes. They undoubtedly develop confidence in their physical skills, as they use interesting apparatus, such as, the large wooden construction. Children skilfully negotiate the small climbing wall, manoeuvre rocking toys and swings and use the slide and trampoline with delight. The childminder uses sensitive discussions to help children learn about dangers and

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and outcomes for children

keeping safe as she closely supervises their use of different equipment.

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and outcomes for children

Children are involved in good hand washing routines before eating and after using the toilet, where signs are displayed and paper towels are provided. This helps minimise cross infection effectively, helping children to stay healthy. Although, hygiene routines with regards to nose wiping are not as robust. Children take part in many activities in order to learn about healthy practices, for instance, food tasting sessions, planting and growing herbs and cafe role play. They have also made fruit salads to take home. 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 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 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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