Childminder in Derbyshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 207976 Inspection date 20/09/2011 Inspector Linda Edwards

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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 lives with her husband in a residential area of Chesterfield. The whole of the downstairs and the enclosed rear garden may be used for childminding. The childminder is registered to care for up to six children under eight years, of these, not more than three may be under five years and of those no more than one may be under one year old. There are currently eight children on roll. The childminder works all year except for bank holidays, Monday to Thursday 7.30am to 6pm and Friday 7.30am to 5.30pm. The family have a pet dog.

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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 motivated and enthusiastic as they access this child centred environment. The childminder's home is warm and friendly with quality resources which are mostly well organised and accessible to children. The childminder is knowledgeable about the Early Years Foundation Stage and children make good progress towards the early learning goals. She has good procedures to support children's well being which are generally well implemented. The childminder has a good capacity for continuous development because she uses reflection and consults with service users.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure resources are well organised and available for children to access easily  support children's well-being by ensuring children's hands are thoroughly cleaned before eating.

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the early years provision

Children are well safeguarded because everyone in the home is appropriately vetted and the childminder is suitably qualified to work with children. The childminder has received safeguarding training and knows what to do if she has welfare concerns about a child. Risk assessments are regularly reviewed and cover all areas children come into contact with and all activities children access. The childminder has good hygiene procedures to minimise the risk of cross infection, however, children's hands are not always thoroughly cleaned before eating.

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the early years provision

There is a large playroom with a wide range of age-appropriate toys, however, they are not always organised so children can access them easily. Children access the outdoors every day; there is a covered area with sand and water trays and an This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 enclosed garden with a wide range of quality resources, such as wheeled toys and balls. The childminder regularly takes the children to toddler groups where children access different resources and mix with other children.

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the early years provision

The childminder uses effective observations, photographs and examples of children's work to identify how each child is progressing towards the early learning goals. Planned activities link to children's next steps and ensure each child's learning and development needs are met. Parents are kept fully informed about their child's care with daily diaries and verbal feedback. Parents use text messaging to keep in touch and the childminder answers with instant feedback on what the children are doing. The childminder visits parents' homes to review their child's records and discusses how activities can be extended at home. The childminder has good links with other providers and extends projects children are undertaking at school by incorporating related activities into her planning.

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the early years provision

The childminder regularly consults with parents and makes notes of children's favoured activities to include in her evaluation. She reviews her service to highlight strengths and identify aspects for future development. The recommendations made in the previous inspection have been effectively addressed and the improvements have had a positive impact on outcomes for children. The childminder undertakes training to develop her practice and has a good capacity for continuous improvement.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder provides a safe and secure child-friendly environment for children to explore and experiment. Children are well cared for and they begin to learn how to take risks and keep themselves safe supported by the attentive childminder. For example, children enjoy healthy exercise on the trampoline which is well supervised and incorporates safety netting. Children's emerging understanding of what to do to maintain good health is supported as they are provided with nutritious meals and with activities, such as growing fruit.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and uses her knowledge to support children to make good progress towards the early learning goals. They confidently access activities and revisit favourite resources throughout the day. Children influence and enjoy their learning as the childminder skilfully plans activities linked to their interests. For example, children visited the fire station where they spoke to the fire fighters and activated the sirens. Children take part in creative activities every day, for example, painting and making collage with leaves and natural objects. The childminder supports children as they complete puzzles and praises them as they name shapes and colours.

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and outcomes for children

Children receive excellent continuity of care because the childminder builds positive relationships with parents and others involved in their care. Children's transition to schools are very well supported with the childminder practicing activities which the child will need to undertake at school, such as carrying food plates on trays. The childminder is an excellent role model and is polite and caring towards the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 children. She supports children's self-esteem by implementing the excellent positive behaviour management policy very well. Children understand what behaviour is expected from them and thrive in the caring and calm atmosphere, demonstrating close and warm relationships with each other and the childminder.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn about their place in their community as they access toddler groups and take part in events, such as the childminder's sports day with minded children. They develop their understanding and acceptance about different cultures and abilities as they use a variety of resources, such as books and dressing-up clothes. Children have positive interactions with a relative of the childminder who is in a wheelchair, taking books and toys to share with her. The childminder provides opportunity for children to begin to learn how they can positively affect the environment. For example, the children learn about minimising waste as they compost suitable foodstuffs and recycle boxes to use for creative activities. 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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