Moore Sara Ellen

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY152980 Inspection date 17/10/2011 Inspector Carol Johnson

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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 2002. She lives in Tamworth, Staffordshire with her husband, an adult child and three further children aged 12, 10 and six years. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's home is used for childminding purposes. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The family has a dog.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of five children at any one time and is currently minding four children in the early years age range. All attend on a part time basis. She also cares for older children that attend before and after school and in the school holidays.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder provides care for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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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 as they take part in lots of interesting and rewarding activities that are fun and help to promote their learning and development. The childminder provides an inclusive service where each child is valued and their individual needs are known and met. Good relationships are in place with parents and the childminder has forged effective links with other professionals. Current systems used for observation, assessment and planning are not fully effective and strategies to help children develop healthy eating habits are somewhat limited. However, the childminder demonstrates a strong capacity for continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further strategies that support children in developing an understanding of the importance of making healthy choices in relation to food develop methods for continuous observational assessment to help form an accurate view of where children are in their learning and development and where they need to go next and explore ways of encouraging parental involvement in the ongoing planning, observation and assessment process.

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the early years provision

Children are well protected from harm or neglect. The childminder has a clear understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse and is able to implement This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 procedures promptly and correctly should she have any concerns. Children are cared for in a warm and welcoming environment and a variety of measures are in place to promote their health and safety. For example, a safety gate across the foot of the stairs prevents children's unsupervised access to the first floor and hazardous materials are stored out of reach of children. The childminder maintains and reviews risk assessment records and carries out daily visual safety checks on her home and any resources used for minding. All adults in the household have been suitably vetted and children are only released into the care of known individuals.

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the early years provision

Children flourish in the childminder's care. The well-organised and inclusive environment that she provides creates an atmosphere that is conducive to both learning and having fun. Children have plenty of space to play and rest and resources are plentiful and of good quality. Children's individual needs are known and met because the childminder has formed good relationships with them and their parents. She shares her written policies and procedures and regular two-way communication is maintained. Several parents provided letters to contribute to the childminder's inspection and these contained lots of positive comments. For example, they comment on the effective way she manages children's behaviour and the harmonious and calming environment she provides. The childminder is well aware of the benefits of effective partnership working and has forged effective links with other professionals. She has some experience of caring for children with

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the early years provision

special educational needs and/or disabilities and has attended inclusion training. She is not currently caring for any children who speak English as an additional language but has clear systems in place should she be asked to do so.

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the early years provision

The childminder is enthusiastic about what she does and is keen to promote the best possible outcomes for the children. A recommendation raised at her last inspection in relation to her attendance records has been suitably addressed and the childminder is proactive at attending training courses to enhance her service. For example, since attending 'Writing for All' training the childminder has put together a box of resources that encourage children's fine manipulative skills and encouraged mark making activities in a variety of ways. The childminder is constantly evaluating her practice and has completed the Ofsted self-evaluation form. She shows a good understanding of her strengths and priorities for improvement and seeks the views of others to help inform her practice.

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and outcomes for children

Children are making good progress in all areas of learning. They are happy and settled and eager to participate in the array of experiences available to them. The childminder regularly observes children so that she can understand and consider their individual needs, preferences and interests. She talks to their parents about home routines and parenting practices and this enables her to provide consistency of care. Experiences are informally planned and thoughtfully implemented to help children learn, develop and have fun. Each child has their own learning and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 development record and this contains photographs, examples of children's work and the childminder's observations. Daily diaries are also maintained and shared with parents. However, children's learning potential is somewhat reduced because methods for observing and assessing children are still being developed and

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and outcomes for children

strategies that encourage parents to contribute to the ongoing planning, observation and assessment process have not been fully explored.

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and outcomes for children

Children's health is effectively promoted. They enjoy lots of physical exercise and go on an array of outings in the local neighbourhood. For example, some children regularly visit a 'Mini Mambos' group and join in with songs, move to music and engage in physical exercise. Consequently, children's confidence and physical skills are developing well. Meals and snacks reflect children's needs and parental wishes and good hygiene routines are followed. The childminder talks to children about healthy foods but their understanding of healthy eating habits is somewhat restricted because activities and experiences to promote this are limited. Children move around the premises with confidence, obviously feeling safe and secure. They understand and respect boundaries, for example, not climbing on furniture and good manners are actively encouraged. Emergency evacuation procedures are regularly practised and road safety is taught and reinforced on outings.

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and outcomes for children

Consequently, children are learning to protect themselves from potential dangers.

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and outcomes for children

Children are successfully gaining skills for the future. They are inquisitive and eager to learn and the childminder thoughtfully uses everyday experiences to extend their learning. For example, when playing with toy trains the childminder alerts children to colours and encourages them to count. They have access to lots of resources that encourage an understanding of technology and how it is used and through playing with interactive computer games are developing good hand to eye co-ordination and physical skills. The childminder provides children with a positive role to follow and on the whole, they behave extremely well. The childminder encourages children to show care and concern for others and demonstrates through her comments and actions that everyone is respected and valued. Children are developing a good understanding of the wider community through meaningful experiences. For example, they are learning through

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and outcomes for children

discussion, playing with a range of resources that depict positive images of diversity and participating in craft activities inspired by various religious and cultural festivals. 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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 make information available to parents in respect of the registration system for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register (Providing information to parents). 24/10/2011

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 make information available to parents in respect of the registration system for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register (Providing information to parents). 24/10/2011

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