Childminder in Leeds

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY425187 Inspection date 06/10/2011 Inspector Linda Filewood

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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 registered in 2011 and lives with her husband and two children aged six and three in the Morley area of Leeds, close to shops, schools, and parks and local transport links. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's home is used for childminding. Bathroom facilities are on the first floor. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for maximum of four children under eight years at any one time, no more than two of which may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding three children in this age group. She also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. The childminder is also registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare 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

The childminder meets each child's individual needs in a welcoming environment by exchanging detailed information with parents. She ensures that she compliments children's learning and development well through a close working relationship with the local nursery. The childminder interacts well with children and engages them in play in order to support each child in making steady progress towards the early learning goals. She safeguards children's welfare; they are safe, secure and are beginning to learn how to play safely and keep themselves healthy. Some documentation contains insufficient detail to meet regulation but this has no impact on children's welfare. The childminder shows commitment to continuous improvement and has satisfactory systems in place to reflect on areas for development within her provision in order to improve the outcomes for the children.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve the record of risk assessment so that it includes information on the date of review and any action taken following a review (Documentation). 20/10/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further resources and activities with which to promote children's awareness of diversity  continue to develop self-evaluation in order to identify key strengths and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 areas for improvement.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding procedures and understands her duty to protect children in her care. Adults living in the childminder's home have the required suitability checks. The childminder further ensures children's safety by checking visitors' identities before allowing them entry. She completes risk assessments regularly to identify and minimise any hazards. However, the documentation fails to meet required regulation, although this does not affect children's safety. It does not show the date of review or any action taken following the review to minimise potential hazards, such as the removal of the garden shed. Safety measures are in place, including a fire evacuation plan. Children regularly practise the fire drill so that they know the sound of the fire alarm and react quickly. Space within the childminder's home is effectively organised and meets children's needs well. New children settle quickly with the

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the early years provision

childminder and play independently. They engage well with a good variety of age- appropriate, easily accessible resources and play equipment. The childminder gives children plenty of opportunities to learn and develop in an environment that appropriately promotes equality and respect for others.

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the early years provision

The childminder works very closely with parents to support children's sense of well-being and belonging. She learns about each child's individual requirements, routines and capabilities in order to gain good knowledge of the child. This enables her to provide effective care and learning opportunities. The childminder shares details of her service with parents so that they fully understand her procedures. There are good levels of parental involvement and the childminder seeks parent's views in order to accommodate them. Parents comment positively about the care their children receive. The childminder keeps them well informed about their child's learning and there is a good two-way flow of information about children's development. The childminder is proactive in establishing a working partnership with the local nursery. She ensures that she works closely with the other professionals delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage to children in order to

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the early years provision

compliment their activities. This has a positive impact on children's development and learning.

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the early years provision

The childminder shows commitment to developing her service and undertakes training to support children in, for example, speech and language development. She has taken some positive steps since registration. The childminder is continuing to develop her outdoor play and has added a wooden playhouse and pipes for children to enjoy water play. She satisfactorily reflects on the way she works in order to help her identify key strengths and further areas for development. The childminder suitably monitors the effectiveness of activities and records ways to improve them in future, in order to promote better outcomes for children. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children are settled and confident in a caring environment. Effective routines, such as those for rest and meals, closely follow home routines. They meet the children's needs well and ensure children feel secure. Young children's independence receives appropriate support. For example, the childminder helps them put their boots on to go out to play and they manage to pull them off themselves. Children are confident to explore the resources with interest. For younger children who have limited concentration, the childminder provides plenty of activities so that they are able to explore a variety of learning experiences. This contributes to their learning and helps them develop new skills for the future. The childminder knows their likes and dislikes well, and therefore provides activities that she knows they will enjoy. For instance, she observes young children spending time putting objects in and out of bags, so plans to provide bags and containers of different sizes in the

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and outcomes for children

future. She skilfully supports children's developing communication skills. The childminder has attended training on this and her increased knowledge has had a significant impact on children's concentration, speech and their enjoyment of stories. She uses a good range of mathematical language in play. As a result, children are learning problem solving skills, as well as shape and size, as they play with jigsaws, for instance.

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and outcomes for children

Young children are beginning to develop an awareness of diversity and other cultures through a satisfactory range of age-appropriate activities. Resources and posters depict positive images and the wider world to support children's understanding. The childminder is concentrating on enhancing this area as she continues to develop her new provision. She has a consistent approach to managing behaviour and children are learning how to play harmoniously with each other and to share. They are becoming aware of the local community as they visit local groups, which encourages them to form positive relationships with others. Children engage the childminder well in play. For instance, they take her by the hand and lead her into the wooden playhouse for a role-play game. Children's creativity is valued and the childminder and parents praise their artwork.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder uses observations and assessments well to recognise children's interests and plans motivating experiences for each child. She monitors children's progress regularly and shares their individual development files and daily diaries with their parents. The childminder uses the Early Years Foundation Stage Guidance for identifying the stages children are at within their developmental bands. This enables her to appropriately identify and plan for the next steps in children's development.

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and outcomes for children

Children's health and safety is satisfactorily supported because the childminder follows health and hygiene guidelines, polices and procedures. Children are beginning to show an understanding of good personal hygiene through daily routines. For instance, the childminder makes sure they have clean hands before eating. They enjoy daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. Children enjoy a varied balance of nutritious light meals, snacks and drinks and the childminder provides plenty of fruit and vegetables. Young children are developing a sense of This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 how to play safely. For instance, the childminder reminds children not to put too much in their mouth at once, so as not to choke. 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 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 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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