Childminder in Leicestershire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY273972 Inspection date 12/10/2011 Inspector Karen Millerchip

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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 2003. She lives with her four children, whose ages range from nine to 22 years of age, in South Wigston, Leicestershire. The whole of the ground floor of the property is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The family has a dog and three cats as pets.

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Description of the childminding

The setting is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time and is currently minding three children in the early years age range and three older children. They all attend on a part-time basis.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder holds a recognised early years qualification 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 inadequate.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has not fully implemented the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements, and as a result several welfare requirements are not met. Risk assessments are in place but do not cover all hazards to children. The childminder has developed some policies and procedures, however, the information shared regarding the complaints procedure is not complete. She knows the children well and has developed caring relationships with them. However, insufficient progress has been made since the last inspection, which means that the capacity for improvement is weak.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the early years provision requires significant improvement. The registered person is given a Notice to Improve that sets out actions to be carried out.

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further?

To comply with the requirements of the EYFS the registered person must take the following action by the specified date:

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further?

 obtain prior written permission for each and every medicine from parents before any medication is given (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register) 25/10/2011

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further?

 ensure that one person who has a current paediatric first aid certificate is on the premises at times when children are present (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register) 25/10/2011 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  ensure that any animals on the premises do not pose a health risk to children (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare). 25/10/2011

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further?

To improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 develop further the use of observation and assessment to gain current information to identify each child's next stage in learning  review the risk assessment to ensure that it covers anything with which a child may come into contact, with specific regard to the use of shared hand towels and contact with the family pets.

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the early years provision

Children are not appropriately safeguarded as not all hazards in the setting have been minimised. All adults in the household have been suitably vetted and the childminder demonstrates a suitable knowledge of child protection procedures. A child protection policy supports her practice and this is shared with parents. A range of safety precautions are in place and a combination of daily checks and written risk assessments have been developed, but are not consistently implemented. The family have recently acquired three kittens and a puppy, for which no risk assessment is available. Children's health is potentially at risk as the garden area contains animal faeces. The use of a shared hand towel after hand washing does not minimise the risk of cross-infection and further compromises their health.

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the early years provision

Children's individual needs are generally well known and parents' wishes sought. The childminder and parents exchange information on a daily basis through discussion and entries into a daily diary. The childminder ensures that parents are fully aware of her policies and procedures, but the information shared about how to make a complaint has omissions. Therefore, children's welfare could be compromised. Children's learning and development records are readily available for parents to view, although they are not completed frequently enough to contribute towards the assessment process. The childminder is aware of the need to liaise with others involved in children's care and is looking at ways to develop effective systems. Children have suitable indoor space in which to play and rest. Their freedom of choice is beginning to develop as adequate selections of resources are easily accessible in low-level storage units. Consequently, children are at ease and

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the early years provision

The childminder has not implemented the recommendations raised at the last inspection. The childminder has failed to renew her paediatric first aid certificate and still does not maintain accurate records when administering medication. These are breaches of welfare requirements and potentially compromise children's safety. The childminder has completed a self-evaluation form which describes her setting and identifies areas for improvement, such as, encouraging children to help prepare their own snacks, using wash cloths and increasing the amount of visual aids that promote numbers and letters. However, it is ineffective in bringing about This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 improvements previously identified and identifying areas that need to be consistently maintained. This means her ability to sustain continuous improvement is limited.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a suitable understanding of how children develop and provides individual support to children in their learning. Their language development is particularly well supported. She has started to record observations, but they are not carried out frequently enough, nor are they sufficiently linked to the areas of leaning. As a result, children make inadequate progress towards the early learning goals.

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and outcomes for children

They have the opportunity to socialise with other children as they visit local community groups and the library. Children are helped to respect each other's differences through discussion, but insufficient resources or learning opportunities are provided to fully support their understanding of their community or the wider world. Children behave well and are learning to treat others with care and respect. The childminder encourages a relaxed atmosphere and uses gestures and actions to support children with English as an additional language. She recognises and rewards good behaviour and trying new skills by clapping, smiling and praising children. Children respond positively and thereby increase their confidence.

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and outcomes for children

Children are beginning to learn about keeping themselves safe as they are encouraged to keep the floor space clear so they do not trip over. They are introduced to safety as they go out in the community and discuss road safety. 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 3 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 4 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 4

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 4 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 4 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 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: 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

 provide a written statement of procedures to be followed in relation to complaints which relate to the requirements of the Childcare Register and which a parent makes in writing or by email (Procedure for dealing with complaints) 25/10/2011

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 make available to parents a copy of the written statement of complaints procedure (Providing information to parents) 25/10/2011

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Welfare of the children being cared for) 25/10/2011

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Records to be kept). 25/10/2011

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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

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Records to be kept) 25/10/2011

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Welfare of the children being cared for). 25/10/2011

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