Childminder in Rotherham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY359136 Inspection date 19/10/2011 Inspector Mr Shazaad Ashad

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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 and she lives with her husband and children aged 11 years, five years and 12 months in Thorpe Hesley, Rotherham. The whole of the ground floor is available to children with the bathroom also on the ground floor. There is a secure garden available for outdoor play. The childminder's home is close to local amenities, including a library, parks and shops.

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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, no more than two of whom may be in the early years age range. There are currently two children on roll and both are in the early years age range. Care is also provided to children over five years of age. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder has completed her National Vocational Qualification at Level 2 in childcare.

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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's individuality is recognised and acknowledged by the childminder who tailors her service to provide an inclusive environment for the children in her care. Children have good access to a range of resources and activities to promote their interest and enjoyment. A comprehensive range of documentation is in place to support her service and keep parents effectively informed. Partnerships with others are developing and are generally positive. The childminder has evaluated her practice through action plans and has identified some further areas for development.

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further?

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

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further?

 build upon the links established with other settings providing for children in the Early Years Foundation Stage to ensure that the education provided compliments the education received at other settings  develop the use of self-evaluation to recognise the importance of continuous improvement and to develop a culture of reflective practice.

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the early years provision

The childminder is very aware of her responsibility to protect children from harm. She knows the appropriate procedure to follow if concerns are raised about a This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 child's well-being or welfare. She has local and national safeguarding guidance in place to use for support and referral. She has also attended a level three training course in safeguarding. She ensures that appropriate checks are carried out on visitors and an accurate time of their presence is recorded. All adults living at the property have the relevant checks in place. She has detailed records of risk assessments in place. This helps her focus and take action to reduce potential risks for children inside and outside the setting.

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the early years provision

Children's independence is fully supported, the opportunities for the children to be involved in many different activities contributes towards a positive attitude to learning. The indoor environment is welcoming with a good range of well- organized resources and age-appropriate equipment providing interest and enjoyment for the children. The childminder operates an inclusive practice and warmly welcomes all children into her setting. Children visit many places in their local community and access activities to support their understanding of others. This helps children recognise and value the importance of respecting one another and their differences. The childminder makes good use of the local Children's Centre and loans resources to support their children's understanding of other cultures and faiths.

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the early years provision

There is effective liaison with parents which contributes to children's achievements, well-being and development. In particular this close working partnership helps the childminder to meet children's specific and individual needs. Parents are made aware of children's activities and abilities and work closely with the childminder to provide continuity in their child's development. Parents contribute to the children's learning journeys. Most children experience effective continuity of care and learning, because the childminder has effective links with other childminders. For example, she has obtained children's learning diaries for the children that she is caring for. However, wider partnerships are not as fully established and therefore restrict the continuity of care for those children attending school. The childminder is very committed to developing her provision through training. She works closely with the local authority and has successfully obtained a

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the early years provision

recognised level 2 childcare qualification. She has also improved her knowledge of safeguarding following the previous inspection. This ensures her understaning of children's welfare is given paramount consideration. The childminder remains committed to developing her practice and is developing her use of her own self- evaluation in the form of an action plan. However, she has yet to develop the use of self-evaluation to rigorously monitor and evaluate her practice.

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and outcomes for children

The children are settled and play happily in the childminder's welcoming play room. They enjoy a good balance of child-initiated and adult-led activities which provide challenge and enjoyment. All children are making good progress across the six areas of learning. Systems for gathering key information from parents are effective in establishing what children know, their likes and dislikes, daily routines and things important to them at home. This information is used to help children settle and to plan for their individual needs and interests. For example, children This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 bring favourite items from home and these are used to settle the children. The childminder plans a range of well-organised play activities which reflect individual children's interests and capabilities. As a result, children are eager and motivated to learn new skills. The childminder makes many observations and assessments of

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and outcomes for children

children's interests and progress in all six areas of learning. She identifies how she can progress children's learning and development. The childminder uses effective planning systems to record children's learning journey and their possible next steps of learning. Children make good use of all of the ground floor and the good space to engage in independent play. This is enhanced through the childminder's positive interaction and questioning techniques.

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and outcomes for children

Children benefit from the inviting child-orientated environment, where their uniqueness is fully recognised and promoted. They demonstrate confidence and include the adults in their play. They use their emerging communication skills to practise words through repetition and enjoy floor play games. The childminder supports children to be independent and develop their personal care skills, such as feeding themselves and learning to use their utensils. Children are secure and develop their self-confidence as they express their views and make their feelings known to the childminder. The childminder ensures activities are suitable for the ages of the children attending. She adapts her interactions to ensure they are all included and able to take part at their own level. Children enjoy painting, role play and construction. Communication, language and literacy are well supported, extending their vocabulary as they play, sing rhymes and complete their favourite

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and outcomes for children

jigsaw. Many creative activities are included in the daily routine, some are organised to support their wider understanding of their community. For example, children participate in activities based around people who help them, such as the police. She is responsive to the younger children's shorter attention span and provides them with many different activities to keep them interested and engaged. Children learn about the world through putting out bird seeds, planting and theme work on the different seasons. Children's understanding of number and counting is developing very well, as they take part in daily activity games around counting. They have opportunities to weigh quantities when they take part in baking activities and learn about sequencing by using different sized boxes and blocks. There are good resources provided which help children become familiar with everyday technology. For example, children are provided with access to many push

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and outcomes for children

button technology items and the computer.

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and outcomes for children

Children's physical good health is effectively promoted, through fresh air and outdoor activities. For example, they enjoy the opportunities to use the trampoline equipment in the garden, where their coordination, balancing and physical skills are challenged. Indoors children have great fun with using blocks, role play and using the push and pull items. The children play together, their behaviour is good, as they learn to socialise, share and take turns. They enjoy healthy, nutritious snacks and meals that are freshly prepared by the childminder. They engage in physical activities each day, both indoors and outside. Children have ample space to practise their physical skills in a secure and safe environment where the risks have been assessed and effectively monitored. They use the enclosed outside play area and go for walks in the local community with the childminder. Children's good health and well-being is fully promoted as the children learn good hygiene

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and outcomes for children

practices to prevent the spread of infection. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 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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