Kilminster, Pamela Jane

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY355805 Inspection date 19/10/2011 Inspector Justine Ellaway

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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 2007. She lives with her child aged eight years in Somercotes, Derbyshire. The whole of the childminder's house is used for childminding, with the exception of the second bedroom. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play.

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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. The childminder regularly works with an assistant. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children when working alone and for eight children when working with an assistant, at any one time. There are currently six children on roll, three of whom are within the early years age range. The childminder collects children from the local school and attends local stay and play sessions on a regular basis. The childminder provides support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and also supports children who speak English as an additional language.

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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 are very happy and comfortable in this friendly and welcoming setting. Children's welfare needs are successfully met as policies and procedures are effectively implemented. They make good progress in their learning and development as the majority of systems are well established. The childminder shares useful information with both parents and carers and other settings that children attend. She is continually evaluating her own practice and identifying relevant areas for improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 analyse observations and highlight children's achievements or their need for further support to ensure their progress towards all of the aspects of the early learning goals and invite contributions from parents  update the record of risk assessment to include all assessments of risks for outings to ensure children's safety.

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the early years provision

Children's welfare is successfully promoted. The childminder has a range of written policies and procedures which are very clear and detailed. These are successfully implemented to provide good quality care for children. The childminder has a clear understanding of her role in the event of any concerns about child protection issues. All risks and hazards are minimised within the premises, so that children This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 play safely. Written risk assessment documents are in place. The childminder has a very clear and detailed procedure for outings. However, she has not fully developed her risk assessment to include all venues children visit.

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the early years provision

The use of the space is effectively organised to meet children's needs and promote their learning and development. Children flow freely on the ground floor, promoting their independence. The garden is well laid out to provide an interesting place for children to play. Although, she only minds a small number of children at any one time, the childminder employs an assistant. They work really well together and there are clear responsibilities for the assistant, for example, preparing meals. This means that children get uninterrupted quality care from the childminder.

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the early years provision

A professional and informative folder of information is shared with parents and carers at the time of placement. The childminder provides a useful daily diary for parents and carers, which includes information about what their child has been doing during the day. She also provides daily verbal feedback. Parents have opportunities to view their child's development information at regular intervals, although, they do not currently contribute.

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the early years provision

The childminder is committed to improving her knowledge and skills through training. She carefully considers which training courses are the most appropriate and that will benefit the children who attend. She is continually reflecting on her practice and making appropriate changes where necessary. She has successfully embedded the Early Years Foundation Stage, which demonstrates her capacity to improve.

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and outcomes for children

A strength of the setting is the calm and friendly atmosphere. Children settle well and are confident and secure with the childminder and her assistant. They are effectively encouraged and supported to develop their independence and try new things, without the fear of making mistakes. The childminder is an effective practitioner who interacts well with the children. She implements the right balance of guidance and direction during an adult-initiated activity, so that children are free to use their imagination. This means that they thoroughly enjoy the activities and sustain their interest. The childminder gives very clear instructions to guide children's development. Children listen carefully to what she says and by attempting to do what she has suggested, they develop new skills.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy looking at books and will choose one and sit and look at it independently, talking about the story from the pictures. They talk to each other during their play and will explain what they are doing. They use their imagination well as they make up a game where they are taking the dolls on an outing. Children are developing an understanding of colour as they decide which colour paints and paper they want. They are beginning to use number names during play and the childminder encourages this through simple counting.

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and outcomes for children

Children visit local 'stay and play' sessions to develop their social skills. They This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 access a suitable range of activities and resources to support children's understanding of the wider world. They play with toys, such as play people with disabilities and look at different festivals throughout the year. The childminder also initiates discussions with them as and when things occur. Children learn about their own safety, as they know they have to walk with the children when out and about. They move carefully around the environment and show care and concern for others as well as the furniture and equipment.

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and outcomes for children

Children develop their self-care skills well, as they get their coat and shoes to go outside. Even if they cannot put their coat on all by themselves, they try first before asking the childminder for help. They enjoy a range of healthy foods and will try new foods. The childminder supports children's understanding of good hygiene by regularly reminding them of the importance of hand washing. Children enjoy playing outdoors and do this frequently. They have good opportunities to test their skills as they attempt to manoeuvre toys up the slope or into the playhouse. They persevere and support each other with this task. This demonstrates they have good relationships with others. The childminder uses suitable encouragement and reward to promote a positive environment.

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and outcomes for children

Planning takes into account the needs of each child. The childminder has implemented a system to record children's progress. On the whole this is well written and maintained. However, a few minor gaps mean that it is not fully up to date in all of the aspects of each of the six areas of learning. 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: 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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