Home Childcarer in Windsor and Maidenhead

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 154880 Inspection date 09/11/2011 Inspector Tracy Bartholomew

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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 has been registered since 2001. She is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is registered to provide care for six children under eight years of age at any one time. Of these, three children may be in the early years age group at any one time. There are currently five children on roll in the early years age group, who attend on a part-time basis. The childminder lives with her husband and two children in Cox Green near Maidenhead. The downstairs area is mainly used for childminding with access to the first floor for sleeping and additional toilet facilities. There is an enclosed garden for outdoor play.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is outstanding.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are making excellent progress in their learning and development. This is due to consistent support of this versatile and experienced childminder. All aspects relating to safeguarding children are exemplary and the welfare requirements are met to a high standard. Highly effective partnerships clearly promote children's individual needs and overall parents are extremely well involved in their children's learning and development. The childminder demonstrates an excellent capacity to maintain continuous improvement.

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further?

To further improve the high quality early years provision the registered person should consider:

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further?

 exploring additional ways in which parents can contribute to their child's observational assessments.

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the early years provision

The childminder takes excellent steps to safeguarding children. She has an exemplary understanding of the procedures to follow should she have any concerns about a child in her care. She has a comprehensive awareness of child protection issues and has recently updated her training in this respect. The childminder's home is a warm and welcoming environment in which children can explore safely. The house, garden and outings are all thoroughly risk assessed, which fully promotes children's safety.

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the early years provision

Children benefit exceptionally well from the childminders professionalism and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 experience. She provides a stimulating environment and incorporates the six areas of learning effortlessly. Children successfully progress in their learning and development due to the wide range of high-quality toys and resources. The childminder uses her extensive range of play equipment to promote learning opportunities throughout the day. Toys and resources cover ethnicity and diversity exceptionally well and help children to develop a clear awareness of diversity. Planning stems from the children's interests and the childminder is proactive in promoting a highly inclusive environment for all children. She ensures that all children are fully integrated into her care and promotes their development exceptionally well in relation to their starting points. As a result, they make rapid

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the early years provision

The childminder is committed to working in partnership with other professionals involved in the care of the children. She has built excellent relationships with children's key persons and school teachers in other settings. As a result, she promotes continued learning and an inclusive environment for all children. The childminder has built excellent relationships with all parents. Two-way communication is highly valued by parents. They are continually involved and up to date with the daily practices and plans for their children. Parents contribute to their children's learning, for example, through the use of daily diaries and discussions with the childminder, However, they are not as fully involved in contributing to children's observational assessments.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates high levels of commitment to improving her service and promoting effective outcomes for children. She is ambitious and completely professional in her role and she is proactive in seeking and attending training. As a result, excellent self-evaluation processes enable her to provide high quality standards of care and learning. The childminder is systematic in her organisation of the provision. She has high quality records and documentation to promote her practice, which enables her to offer an exceptional childminding service.

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and outcomes for children

Children are extremely happy and confident in the company of this childminder. They make significant achievements in their learning and development and benefit immensely from consistent care. Children have formed close and respectful relationships with their peers and the childminder. They naturally approach the childminder for comfort, assistance with games and to snuggle up for a story. The childminder is versatile and adaptable in her care and is skilful at progressing and extending all areas of learning. For example, she is resourceful and creative with the children at story time. She re-enacts voices and gestures from the main storylines, which enthrals the children and clearly maintains their interest. The childminder provides the children with a wide range of interesting activities and experiences, both inside and outside her home. Children are regularly involved in the wider community. For example, they join in with activities at the local toddler

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and outcomes for children

groups and visit the post office to learn about posting letters. Children learn about those who are less fortunate than themselves by taking part in charity events. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 They visit local places of interest, such as an animal sanctuary, which enables them to learn about caring for living things.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn about diversity as they engage in a wide range of activities and experiences, such as making fun creations for Diwali. Regular visits to musical toddlers groups and the library help children to develop confident social skills with other adults and peers. Resources and activities clearly cover the six areas of learning and are consistently available to all children. Children quickly respond to the activities on offer. For example, they become excited, when the childminder plays shops with them. They enthusiastically respond to their roles of customer and the shopkeeper. They develop their knowledge and understanding of programmable toys and money through this role-play. For example, they use scanners to establish the price of their shopping and then pay for their groceries. Meaningful activities such as these are also used consistently to develop children's vocabulary and communication skills. Children enjoy exploring with construction

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and outcomes for children

bricks and vehicles. As a result, they develop problem-solving skills as they experiment with shape, space and measures. The excellent range of experiences available helps children to develop many skills for their future learning. Children's progress is exceptionally well promoted. The childminder has high quality records in place for capturing children's achievements. Children's records of progress are extensive and contain detailed observations, which clearly identify their next steps in learning.

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and outcomes for children

Children gain an excellent understanding of healthy lifestyles. They play in an extremely clean, secure and comfortable home. They enjoy nutritious snacks and meals and have excellent opportunities to learn about the importance of healthy eating. For example, children are actively involved when shopping for fruit with the childminder, who then extends their learning further through play. The childminder is extremely vigilant in ensuring children develop good hygiene habits, as a result, they develop an excellent understanding of keeping healthy. A wide range of outings to local play parks, toddler gyms and walks helps to promote children's good health and physical development.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn to use a range of tools and equipment extremely safely. They learn how to behave in ways that help to keep themselves and others safe, such as, when they go out in the community. They are also heard to talk about not standing on the furniture and making sure they use steps to get to the sink. Children are extremely confident and competent in communicating their thoughts and benefit from the high quality support they receive. All children show a very strong sense of security in the setting and their behaviour is exemplary. 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 1 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 1 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 1 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 1

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 1 The extent to which children feel safe 1 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 1 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 1 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 1

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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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