Childminder in East Riding of Yorkshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 314460 Inspection date 12/10/2011 Inspector Ros Vahey

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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 2000. She lives with her husband and teenage child in Anlaby Common, close to Hull. The kitchen, conservatory and lounge are used for childminding purposes. These rooms and toilet facilities are located on the ground floor of the property. There is a fully enclosed rear garden available for outside play. The home is close to local transport links.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register to care for a maximum of six children under eight and currently has nine children on roll in this age group. Children attend for a variety of sessions on a part-time basis. The childminder takes and collects children from the local primary school and attends other activities in the community including the children's centre.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder has a level 3 qualification. She is a member of the National Childminding Association and receives support from a local network of childminders and the local authority.

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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

A thorough knowledge of each child's needs makes sure that the childminder successfully promotes children's welfare and learning. Children are well settled, safe and secure and enjoy their learning. Children's inclusive learning is supported by a huge range of toys and resources which means that children progress well, given their age, ability and starting points. The childminder regularly evaluates the quality of her provision and is aware of her strengths and weaknesses. She is committed to continually improving her provision for the children.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure that records are easily accessible and available for inspection by Ofsted. (Documentation) 19/10/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further the involvement of parents and children in self- evaluation as the basis of ongoing internal review. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

Children are safeguarded and well protected in the setting because the childminder has an excellent knowledge of local safeguarding procedures. She is well informed about child protection and has the appropriate contact details available should she be concerned about a child. All household members are suitably vetted. Children are kept very safe whilst in the childminder's care because she is vigilant and supervises the children well. She regularly reviews and updates her risk assessments that cover all areas of her home including the garden. This means all children are well protected when using equipment and resources, such as the outdoor toys as well as during their gardening. Children are also further protected because the childminder keeps excellent records including emergency medical treatment, accident, medication and attendance records. However, these were not all available at the time of the inspection although this is a legal requirement.

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the early years provision

The childminder has strong experience and is very knowledgeable about the Early Years Foundation Stage and uses this well to support children in their learning. The environment is very well organised. There is a huge range of exciting resources for children to choose from including a range of technological toys, such as computers, as well as toys which allow them to be imaginative such as puppets. Children are able to choose what they would like to play with and can access all the resources for themselves such as books, home corner and trains. This means that they are able to thrive and make good progress in their development, supported by an enthusiastic childminder.

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the early years provision

The childminder forms close working relationships with parents and carers. She obtains useful information about each child, such as what they can do themselves as well as their dietary and personal care needs. This means that parents' wishes and children's individual needs are effectively met. The childminder and parents share important information about their child's starting points and progress. This means that parents are involved in their child's learning and each child is well supported in making progress towards their early learning goals. Effective relationships with other provisions and professionals involved with the children are firmly established and contribute well to supporting children's welfare and learning. However opportunities for the involvement of parents and children in the evaluation of the setting are less well developed.

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the early years provision

The childminder offers sensitive and caring support to children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities. Children are learning to develop positive attitudes towards themselves and others because the childminder challenges any discriminatory comments and actively teaches them about other cultures and beliefs. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy being in this setting and are familiar and secure in its routines because the childminder is careful to meet their individual needs in a very homely environment. Children are able to move freely and safely around the setting because the childminder ensures their environment is extremely safe. For example they are well aware of where they can go in the setting and know how to use the toys and other resources safely. Children's good health is promoted effectively by the childminder. They readily wash their hands after using the toilet because good hand washing routines are well established. They are starting to learn about making good choices in food because they are offered healthy options, such as fruit. Children are able to get out in the fresh air in the large garden. They are developing good physical skills in walking, running, jumping because they make use of a variety of resources, such as balls in the garden or resources in the local

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and outcomes for children

Children are making good progress towards the Early Learning Goals because the childminder plans activities particularly skillfully around their interests and needs. She regularly observes what they can do and records their progress consistently so that what they need to do next is clearly identified and shared with parents. Children are developing particularly confident language and communication skills while they play. This is because the childminder stimulates their thinking and problem solving in everyday activities so that they flourish in her care. This means that their ability to think critically and ask questions is developed well. They enjoy looking at books, finding their favourite picture and talking about what they see in the pictures in an exciting and animated manner. The children have plenty of opportunities to try out their early writing and drawing skills as well as to use their initiative. They print using a variety of materials, paint and make models. They

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and outcomes for children

learn to write their names and learn about the weather, calendar, sorting and matching. They can count ably up to 10, see numbers all around them, and sing a broad range of nursery rhymes. The childminder promotes children's knowledge and understanding of the world through a variety of activities, such as baking bread, using play dough and playing with small world figures. Children are also gaining good skills in using technology as they access a variety of games and programmes via the computer and other electronic toys. This means that children are developing good skills for the future.

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and outcomes for children

Children behave well in the setting. This is because the childminder offers clear expectations and involves the children in making the house rules. Children are learning about their own and other cultures and beliefs because they celebrate birthdays and festivals together. 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 1 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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