Childminder in Wakefield

Inspection report for early years provision

p.1

Unique reference number EY229915 Inspection date 12/10/2011 Inspector June Rice

p.1

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.

p.1

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

p.2

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.

p.3

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).

p.3

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.

p.3

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

p.3

Description of the childminding

The childminder was registered in 2003. She lives with her two adult children in Walton. The home also includes annexes in which the childminder's parents and grandparents live. The whole of the ground floor property is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder is able to take and collect children from local schools and pre-schools. The family has two horses.

p.4

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 year's age range. There is currently one child attending within the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. She is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register.

p.4

The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good.

p.4

The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a positive attitude towards continued improvement. She has correctly evaluated her provision and is aware of areas that require improvement. Space is used very effectively and she is committed to working in partnership with parents, local schools and other early year's providers. This ensures children continue to make good progress in an environment in which they feel safe and secure.

p.4

further?

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

p.4

further?

 develop further the use of activities and play opportunities that challenge children's thinking and help them to embrace differences in gender, ethnicity, language, religion, culture and special educational needs and disabilities

p.4

the early years provision

The childminder works in partnership with parents and other providers to safeguard children. She demonstrates a good understanding of child protection and is confident in her ability to implement procedures effectively in order to protect children. A visitor's book is maintained and written procedures are in place in the event of lost, uncollected children and safeguarding. Parents are provided with the opportunity to read all policies and procedures which are readily available. All required documentation is in place and robust risk assessments clearly identify possible hazards and the action taken to reduce any risks. The childminder has developed good working relationships with parents and others and this ensures This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 that she continues to meet children's individual needs very effectively. For example, she is included in the transition process for children starting school and

p.4

the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates that she knows her children very well. She supports their learning through a good range of activities and play opportunities. Systems for planning, observation and assessment are developing well and the daily diary for parents provides a clear indication of children's progress. She effectively uses photographs and written observations that are clearly linked to the six areas of learning. Next steps are also clearly identified and this ensures that she plans for children's individual learning needs very effectively. Inclusive practice is well promoted by the childminder who promotes equality for all through her practice, policies and procedures. However, resources and activities that introduce children to diversity are limited. Resources are within easy reach of children to encourage their free exploration and choice.

p.5

and outcomes for children

Good health and well being is very well promoted by the childminder. For example, children are encouraged to be active through a range of activities that promote physical exercise and they learn about good hygiene practice. When asked why they wash their hands children say 'wash germs.' Children who are infectious are excluded to protect others and well established systems are in place to record medication, accidents and existing injuries. Children learn about healthy eating through the childminder as she provides a balance of healthy nutritious food, which includes a light lunch and a freshly cooked evening meal and fresh fruit.

p.5

and outcomes for children

Children behave in ways that are safe for themselves and others and are learning to develop an understanding of dangers and how to stay safe through their daily routine and activities. For example, they learn about not talking to strangers and are learning from good practice set by older children, how to cross the road safely. Children show they feel safe as they freely explore their environment and in the way they interact with the childminder. Children are very well behaved, polite and very relaxed in their environment. Inclusive practice is well promoted by the childminder who treats children as individuals. They have developed a strong relationship with their carer and interact with her very well.

p.5

and outcomes for children

The childminders' well timed intervention supports children very well. She shows lots of interest in what they are doing and gently guides them with the good use of questioning techniques that help them think. They are warmly welcomed when they arrive and run happily to the childminder who greets them with cuddles and smiles. The childminder encourages them to make their own choices about what they want to do and asks 'what are we playing with today?' Children quickly select a tray of vehicles and a wooden garage, remove the red ones and when prompted to find the pink one, they quickly do. The childminder is innovative and designs resources based around children's interest and developing skills. For example, she has made pictures of popular cartoon characters where children are encouraged to match different sized, coloured and numbered circles. Children are observed in This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

p.5

and outcomes for children

completing these tasks, during which time the childminder introduces words into the conversation, such as, big, small and circle. Children smile proudly as they are praised for their good counting. Their interest in counting is extended as the childminder challenges them to count up to 10. Shapes are introduced and they repeat the names 'oval' and 'diamond'. Children enjoy singing popular rhymes, and help to grow tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers. They are learning to care for others and help tidy the stable for the horses and make a new bed for them. Children are prepared well for school, they are taught to fasten their coats, put their shoes on and change their clothes. They learn to write their names and how to use a knife and fork. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

p.6

Annex A: record of inspection judgements

The key inspection judgements and what they mean

p.7

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

p.7

children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement

p.7

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

p.7

Stage

The quality of the provision in the Early Years Foundation Stage 2

p.7

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

p.7

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

p.7

Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are: Met

p.8

Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Met

p.8