Childminder in West Sussex

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY425476 Inspection date 31/10/2011 Inspector Christine Clint

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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 registered in 2011. She lives with her husband and one child who is pre-school age. The family home is situated in a residential area of Selsey in West Sussex, close to all local amenities and the sea. Children play on the ground floor only, they use the entrance hall, the kitchen, sitting room and conservatory/dining room; there is a secure rear garden for outdoor play. Toilet facilities are on the first floor. The Childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register, to care for a maximum of five children under eight years, two children may be in the Early Years age group. The Childminder is also registered to care for one child under eight years of age overnight. She is currently caring for three children on a part-time basis; one child is in the early years age group.

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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

The childminder is dedicated to meeting the individual needs of children in her care and she shows strong skills of maintaining younger children's safety through continual supervision. She has fully organised her home and garden and she has proactively increased her knowledge and understanding. Clear documentation is in place to meet most requirements of registration. The childminder has effective arrangements to settle children and to encourage them to make progress in their development. She fully involves parents and shares detailed information daily; strong relationships are being established and links with other providers are beginning to be developed.

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further?

To meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 provide evidence to show that a childminder training course has been completed (Suitable people) (also applies to the compulsory part of the Childcare Register) 30/11/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 develop links with other providers of the Early Years Foundation Stage to ensure continuity and to promote the learning and progress of children attending This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

The childminder fully understands her duty to safeguard children and respond to their needs, she has effectively learned about the procedures for referring any concerns about their welfare. She has developed clear information for parents to ensure they understand her responsibilities. The childminder has made strong improvements by including safety features discussed at registration. For example, making the glass in the garden shed safe and fitting smoke alarms. A carbon monoxide detector is also in place. The childminder has displayed fire plans for both floors of the home; she has practised the fire drill with children and recorded the details. The childminder has developed a full range of policies and procedures for parents to read and this increases their understanding of the regulations, including the procedures for complaints. The childminder has fully prioritised the children's safety by recording a detailed risk assessment of the home and of all

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the early years provision

outings. She shows a sensible and focused approach to managing hazards and protecting children in her care. All records for individual children are in place and signed permission from parents is included. The childminder shows enthusiasm and commitment for increasing her awareness of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She is reading and learning whilst continuing to finish her childminding qualification, although this has not been fully completed within the regulatory timescale. However, the childminder shows a strong understanding of the abilities and characteristics of the individual children attending. She has planned and thoughtfully included activities to suit their age and stage of development. She is keeping well written documents to show how children are making progress and she uses these observations to plan for future learning. Children's play equipment is very suitable, ready and available. Children of varying

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the early years provision

ages can access a good range of resources to interest them and to extend their capabilities. They have freedom to move between the rooms and there is easy access to outdoor play. The childminder fully enjoys planning activities in advance and includes preparations for painting or cooking for different seasons and celebrations. She has purposefully developed her resources to reflect differences within society and within families. She recognises and promotes the individual needs of children attending with an open and understanding attitude. The childminder is continuing to develop and evaluate her provision as children gain confidence and make progress in their learning. The childminder has well organised information for parents and she successfully follows settling routines to meet the needs of parents and children. She welcomes parents at collection time and encourages them to see their children at play or

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the early years provision

completing activities. She has competently recorded details to meet all requirements and to ensure that she has knowledge in advance of children attending; this helps her to build relationships and learn about children's characters and preferences. Parents have ample opportunity to discuss daily routines and share information, they are delighted with the care and opportunities for development that the childminder provides. The childminder is beginning to make links with other providers, although information to support children's achievements is not yet effectively shared. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children show that they are happy and settled in the childminder's home. They keenly take part in the planned painting activity, using the brushes and choosing the colours they wish; making bold strokes and showing confidence. Children know the daily routine of hanging up their coats and taking off their shoes when they arrive. They recognise all the decorations for Halloween and talk about the fun they had dressing-up for the Halloween party. They played games and learned to take turns; they tasted different foods and this increased their imaginative play. The childminder had encouraged newly attending children to bring a friend and this thoroughly increased their confidence and helped to build a stronger relationship in the setting. Children have close attention and contact with the childminder at all times, she uses gentle explanation and this fully increases children's security and promotes their well-being.

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and outcomes for children

Younger children are active and interested in communicating, they are developing their language skills and using sounds and gestures to convey meaning. They find musical toys and show enthusiasm for any play equipment which lights-up or reacts to touch. Toddlers show shorter attention spans and select items themselves, often focusing on puzzles or books and moving continually throughout the rooms. Younger children's individual needs are fully met for sleep and comfort. For example, when they wake from their daytime sleep and show signs of being hot, they have the childminder's full attention and affection; they are cooled and given a drink. Toddlers are happy and show enthusiasm for following the older children and taking part in the same activities. Children have opportunities to focus on their favourite play. They use the play kitchen frequently to pretend they are cooking and sharing food; they understand and use different utensils. The

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and outcomes for children

childminder has extended this interest and included baking sessions to make real cakes. Children help to weigh and mix different ingredients, learning the names of these and understanding the processes of mixing and cooking, spreading the icing and tasting the end result. Children have daily exercise and fresh air when they walk to and from school. They are learning about road safety and practise this regularly with the childminder. They take part in fire drills and understand why they need to practise. Children can link this with their practise at school and they competently state 'we have to get out'. They often use the garden for play and increase their physical strength on the apparatus. They are independent and put on and take off their own boots. Children are learning about the wider world around them, and they show interest in the different birds coming to the garden. The childminder has developed this

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and outcomes for children

interest because she has made bird food with them and children have learned what birds like to eat. They are now starting to recognise and name birds Children learn to manage their own personal hygiene and the childminder encourages this by providing individual flannels. Children know the routine for washing these and they put them in the laundry bin when they have been used. Younger children learn about using tissues for their nose and the childminder explains about being clean as she helps them. There are regular drinks of water available and children are reminded to drink when they arrive after school. The childminder provides prepared fruit for younger children and this maintains their This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 health and interests them when they are tired and need a snack. Children show a successful understanding of co-operation and growing independence, for example,

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and outcomes for children

older children spontaneously help toddlers to take off their aprons after painting. They are becoming capable and confident in developing skills for the future. 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 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 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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