Childminder in Peterborough

Inspection report for early years provision

p.1

Unique reference number EY356978 Inspection date 16/11/2011 Inspector Carly Mooney

p.1

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.

p.1

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

p.2

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.

p.3

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).

p.3

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.

p.3

Introduction

There were no children on roll when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children on roll, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states if the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

p.3

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

p.3

Description of the childminding

The childminder was registered in 2007. She lives with her husband and five children in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding and there is an enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder is able to take and collect children from local pre-schools and schools. The family have a pet rabbit.

p.4

Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than one may be in the early years age range. The childminder also offers care to children aged over five years. She is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. At the time of this inspection, there were no children on roll in the early year's age group.

p.4

The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates through discussion and documentation her clear understanding of how to promote children's learning. Assessment processes include gathering information from parents regarding their child's development and making observations of children as they play. Planned and child-led activities mean children are able to use a variety of resources whilst at the setting, including jigsaws, books, small world toys and physical equipment in the garden.

p.4

The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrated through discussion her sufficient understanding of what to do if she had any safeguarding concerns regarding a child in her care. A comprehensive policy for safeguarding is in place which includes the action to take, telephone numbers of whom to contact and the procedures to follow should their be allegations against the childminder. The premises are safe and secure with safety precautions, such as stair gates in place. A record of risk assessments is kept. The childminder's first aid qualification has expired but not yet been renewed which is a requirement of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The required policies to meet the welfare requirement of the Early Years Foundation Stage are in place.

p.4

The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Relevant information is shared between the parents and childminder in order to meet children's needs and build positive relationships. Comprehensive policies are in place to support the childminder's procedures for behaviour management and an equal opportunity policy promotes a fully inclusive environment. The childminder is able to provide a range of healthy snacks and meals for children. Quality improvement processes are in place, such as gathering feedback from parents through questionnaires. The childminder demonstrates commitment to providing a quality service and is generally aware of the strengths and weaknesses of the setting. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

p.4

Compliance with registration requirements

In order to continue to meet the requirements of registration, the registered person must take the following action by the specified date:

p.5

Compliance with registration requirements

 obtain an appropriate paediatric first aid qualification (Suitable people). (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register) 17/02/2012 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

p.5

Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

p.6

Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

p.6

Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

p.6

Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

p.6

Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Welfare of the children being cared for). (also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register) 17/02/2012

p.6

Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

p.6

Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Welfare of the children being cared for). 17/02/2012

p.6