Woodward, Katrina Wendy

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY423934 Inspection date 19/10/2011 Inspector Patricia Bowler

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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 husband and three children aged eight years, six years and three years in Bestwood, Nottinghamshire. The whole of the ground floor and bathroom facilities on the first floor are used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is able to take and collect children from local schools and pre-schools.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than two may be in the early year's age range. There are currently two children attending within the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder also offers care to two children aged over five years. She is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register 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

Care is provided in a secure, welcoming child-orientated home, which effectively supports children's safety and welfare. The Early Years Foundation Stage is effectively promoted, resulting in children making good progress towards the early learning goals. Positive partnerships with parents ensure information is shared and that children's individual needs are met. The childminder strives for improvement through further training opportunities, but has yet to firmly establish systems for self-evaluation in order to identify her strengths and any areas for improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further, the ongoing observational assessment systems to include parents and to inform planning for each child's continuing development  develop systems to ensure self-evaluation continues to be used effectively to evaluate performance and drive ongoing improvement.

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the early years provision

The childminder has attended training to secure her knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues. Consequently, she understands what abuse and neglect mean and knows how to implement clear procedures in the event of any concerns about a child or any allegation of abuse.

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the early years provision

Comprehensive policies and procedures work effectively and parents receive detailed information through a Welcome Booklet. Clear and detailed records This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 relating to individual children support arrangements to manage their health and welfare. However, these have yet to involve parents in identifying starting points for children's learning and development or to record and support their ongoing progress.

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the early years provision

Systematic safety measures minimise hazards within and outside of the home through effective risk assessments and accurate attendance records confirming children's arrival and departure times. The childminder is developing skills in reflective practice but has yet to use these effectively to influence continuous improvement.

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the early years provision

An abundance of toys, equipment and resources are available to meet the ages of the children attending. These are checked regularly to maintain the safety and suitability for their age and stage development. Children develop an awareness of boundaries through consistent methods to manage behaviour and a sensitive use of praise and encouragement.

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the early years provision

The childminder provides an inclusive service by promoting positive images in play equipment and books. They hear and respond to familiar phrases in other languages, such as Polish, Spanish and Greek and use forms of non verbal communication through the childminder's training in British Sign Language.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and settled in the childminder's care. The childminder organises her day effectively to meet their individual care routines and parental preferences. Attendance at a variety of social groups and recreational facilities, for example, a carer and toddler group and the adventure playground, develop their awareness of the local community and extend play opportunities. Everyday activities are used innovatively to extend children's development. Lunch is provided at a low-level table where social skills are encouraged through conversation and manners. Children use pleases and thank you as they respond to the childminder and each other, including responses in Polish, Greek and Spanish initiated by the childminder. They are developing skills in non verbal communication following the use of sign language. A plastic tea set is used for drinks and children take turns to pour fresh fruit juice from the teapot into cups and saucers. Spills are managed

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and outcomes for children

efficiently by the childminder so as not to impede age-appropriate attempts. Meals are provided in close conjunction with parents to ensure specific dietary requirements are met.

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and outcomes for children

Children move confidently within the child-orientated home making active choices from easily accessible toys and resources. Dressing-up clothes and accessories support their imaginative play as children use bags to collect shopping items. They sit with the childminder carefully, using a range of tools to cut through Velcro attached fruits and vegetables, naming their favourites, including bananas and strawberries. Language is supported as they repeat unfamiliar items, for example, aubergines and sweetcorn. They giggle delightfully as they put together parts from This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 different foods making up new names for combinations including pear and broccoli. A child compares the resemblance to that of a birthday cake and candle. This leads into a discussion about a recent birthday celebration and recollection of the 'birthday train cake'. Children have engaged in various activities to develop

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and outcomes for children

awareness of healthy living. Vegetables have been grown in the garden and children carefully remove blackberries and wash these indoors before eating them. They venture into the secure garden where a range of wheeled toys and play equipment is sited before returning indoors as 'it's too cold today'. Children walk whilst on outings as the childminder chooses not to drive.

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and outcomes for children

Children play alongside each other, successfully developing skills to cooperate and resolve situations. Gentle intervention from the childminder reminds them not to raise their voices and they respond with apologies as their reasons are acknowledged by the childminder. Resolutions are reached through reasoning and explanation as they continue to develop skills in sharing and turn-taking. Their actions are recognised, with a sensitive use of praise and encouragement to recognise their efforts.

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and outcomes for children

Arrangements for personal care are effectively supported. Parental provision of nappies, wipes and creams prevents the risk of allergic reactions to unfamiliar products. Vigilant hygiene routines minimise the spread of infection, with anti- bacterial solutions and hand-washing following toilet use and before meals.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a positive attitude towards difference and inclusion and promotes children's awareness through positive images in play resources so they develop an acute awareness of the local community and the wider world in which they live. 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 3

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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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