Childminder in West Sussex

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY427807 Inspection date 12/10/2011 Inspector Alison Weaver

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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. She has a recognised childcare qualification. She lives with her husband and two adult sons. They live in a house in Sayers Common near to parks, schools and shops. The whole of the ground floor of the property and an upstairs bathroom are used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside 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, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding two children in this age group. She also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder attends local carer and toddler groups on a regular basis.

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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

Children make good progress in their learning as they are cared for in a supportive, safe environment where their emotional well-being is promoted well. There is a good range of resources that are used well to help children achieve although there are fewer available to promote their awareness of the wider world. Good links with parents enable them to work successfully together to meet children's individual welfare needs so that they stay healthy and receive consistent care. The childminder has not yet developed effective ways of working with others to meet the diverse needs of the children and ensure the progression and continuity of their learning. The childminder shows she has the capacity and willingness to continually improve outcomes for children so that they continue to make good progress.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop effective systems for the two-way sharing of relevant information with other providers involved in the care and education of individual children  improve the range of resources that promote children's positive awareness of diversity. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates she has a good understanding of correct safeguarding procedures and how to protect children. She is fully aware of the need to report any possible cases of child abuse or neglect to the relevant authorities. The childminder gives high priority to ensuring her home is safe and secure for children. All hazards are minimised effectively so children can freely access the space and age appropriate resources. Children have access to a dedicated playroom where a wide range of suitably challenging and stimulating resources are stored. The childminder uses these resources well to promote children's learning. Children's work is displayed in this room, giving them a strong sense of belonging.

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the early years provision

The childminder adequately promotes equality and diversity. She has some play resources that help children develop a satisfactory awareness of diversity but she does not have an extensive range. However, all around the home there are interesting artefacts from around the world for the children to discover. The childminder makes use of these to talk to children about the wider world. She obtains the relevant information about a child's background and needs from parents; that enables her to provide an inclusive environment for all children. Assessment and planning is focused well on identifying individual learning priorities and helping every child achieve. The childminder is aware of the importance of working together with other providers and agencies who share the delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage for an individual child but has not yet established systems whereby they share relevant information to help them achieve.

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the early years provision

The childminder forms very close partnerships with parents. Parents give very positive comments about the childminder's 'fun range of activities' including baking, home made meals and her 'kind discipline'. They are kept well informed about their child's day through verbal feedback and a daily diary sheet. They are made aware of her policies and practices through the helpful welcome pack they receive. Parents are encouraged to share what they know about their child and to contribute to the learning records so that they can be involved in extending learning at home.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates an enthusiasm and commitment to improving outcomes for children. She is very experienced in different childcare fields and successfully brings her previously gained skills and knowledge into her childminding. She is making good use of her previous training to develop her current childcare practices and support individual children. The childminder has a very realistic view of her strengths and areas needing further improvement and takes the necessary steps to address these. She has already completed or booked on other courses since registration to continue to develop her skills and benefit 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 settle quickly and easily with the warm, friendly and caring childminder. They form strong emotional bonds with the childminder and respond well to other adults. Overall, children behave well and learn to share resources. The childminder deals sensitively and calmly with any inappropriate behaviour and helps children learn what is right and wrong. Young children show they feel safe and secure in her care as they confidently and independently explore their surroundings. They enjoy the freedom to move safely around the child friendly home. Children develop a good understanding of how to stay safe as they practise fire drills with the childminder.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder is implementing good planning systems that are based around children's interests and needs to help ensure every child is suitably challenged by the learning experiences she provides. She is very skilled at supporting their learning and development as they play. Children have fun while they are developing the skills they need for their future learning. They count the steps on the slide and solve problems as they work out how to fix train sets and puzzles together. Children become independent learners as they make their own decisions about their play. They show they are developing a love of books as they ask the childminder for books as they sit quietly eating their snacks. They become absorbed in looking at the pictures, carefully turning the pages. Children's communication is promoted well by the childminder encouraging them to talk about what they are doing. They have the opportunity to explore technology as

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and outcomes for children

they play with toys that make sounds and actions and when they visit the local library to use the computer.

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and outcomes for children

Children love to play outside in the fresh air and eagerly choose to do physical activities in the garden. They have great fun with the childminder and get excited as they throw the balls at the basket. The childminder celebrates their achievements and this builds their self esteem. They show good coordination and confidence as they use their bodies in different ways such as running, climbing and sliding down the slide. They like to play in the sand with the different tools and moulds. They learn about the wider world as they are encouraged to listen to the sounds around them such as the church bell, birds and dog.

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and outcomes for children

Children play in a very clean home where good hygiene practices are carried out. Children adopt good personal hygiene routines so that they stay healthy. They enjoy healthy meals and snacks and are encouraged to try different foods. They can easily access their own drinks when they get thirsty. 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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