Childminder in Surrey

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY422457 Inspection date 23/11/2011 Inspector Alison Weaver

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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 2011. The childminder regularly works with her mother who is a registered childminder. She lives with her parents and three siblings aged 13, seven and six years. They live and work in a house in Walton-on-Thames near to shops, schools and parks. The whole of the ground floor and the first floor of the property are used for childminding. There is an enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder has one dog, one cat, guinea pigs, a lizard and a hamster.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range when working alone. When working with her co-minder they may care for a maximum of eight children. Currently they are caring for 10 children in the early years age group between them. She also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. Both childminders have equal responsibility for the childminding practice. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder attends local carer and toddler groups on a regular basis.

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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 and her co-childminder create a warm and welcoming environment for every child. Children's health, safety and well-being are promoted successfully. As they have fun with the childminder they make good progress in their learning. Overall, the childminder uses her observation systems effectively to plan and provide activities that support children's learning. Good working relationships with parents help to promote children's welfare and education. Overall, the childminder and her co-childminder take effective steps to monitor and develop their practices in order to continually improve outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve the recording of systematic observations and assessments of children's achievements in all areas of learning in order to help plan relevant and motivating play experiences for each child  develop the use of reflective practice and self-evaluation to identify strengths and priorities for development that will continuously improve the quality of the provision for all children. 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 has recently attended training in safeguarding so has a good understanding of her role in child protection concerns. She is fully aware of the need to liaise with the appropriate bodies in order to help safeguard children. The childminder takes equal responsibility with her co-childminder for keeping the home safe and secure for children. Together they minimise hazards effectively, so that children are able to move freely and independently around the home without coming to any harm. All the required documentation to promote children's safety and welfare is in place and well maintained by both childminders.

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the early years provision

The childminder makes good use of the wide variety of resources to promote children's learning. These are kept in good condition and are age and stage appropriate for the children present. The two childminders work well as a team and give children plenty of attention and support. They supervise the children well at all times. The childminder forms good links with other providers and agencies who share the care and education of children in order to promote continuity in their learning. She is aware of the need to seek additional support for a child when necessary, to help them achieve and be fully included.

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the early years provision

The childminder works closely with new parents to help settle their child. She makes sure she has all the relevant information about her key children's individual needs, routines, interests and abilities. This enables her to give every child the care and support they need and helps her plan suitable activities for them. Parents are kept well informed about their child's progress through verbal feedback and effective use of a daily diary. They are encouraged to share what they know about their child's development and to contribute to the childminder's future planning. The childminder acknowledges and respects every child's home background. All children develop a good understanding of the need to respect others as they take part in activities where they find out about diversity.

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the early years provision

The childminder has only recently started childminding but shows she is keen and motivated to improve her skills and knowledge. She is gaining from her co- childminder's experience by seeking her advice and following her good practice. She is currently undertaking a childcare qualification to help her develop further. The childminders are making very good use of what she is learning on her course to review their childcare practices and improve the childcare provision. However, she has not fully developed a robust ongoing method of reviewing her practices to help her identify areas for development to continue to improve outcomes for children.

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and outcomes for children

Children have a lovely time with the childminder. They help themselves to favourite activities, such as the play kitchen and become engaged in their play. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 They have easy access to a good range of safe, stimulating and challenging resources. They develop good levels of independence as they make their own decisions about what they want to do. Children eagerly choose to play outside in the interesting garden where they explore the natural world. They enjoy different sensory play outside, such as rice in the tray. They develop good physical skills as they play on large equipment. Children help to grow vegetables and fruit that they use in their meals.

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and outcomes for children

Children make good progress in their learning and development. The childminder interacts effectively with them as they play, to extend their learning. She observes the children at play and informally assesses their progress towards the early learning goals. The childminder then plans further suitably challenging activities that continue to promote a child's development. However, she does not have a simple ongoing assessment system covering all areas of learning to enable her to easily identify learning priorities for her key children.

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and outcomes for children

Children develop well in the skills they need for the future. They enjoy the learning experiences provided. They learn to problem solve as they play with construction materials. They become confident speakers as they are encouraged to share their experiences and talk about what they are doing. Children develop skills in using simple technology as they play with toys with buttons and switches. They show an interest in the world around them as they investigate their surroundings. Children develop a good awareness of wider society as they take part in activities where they learn about different festivals and ways of life.

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and outcomes for children

Children build good relationships with their friends and the childminders. They show care and concern for others as they help get out toys for a younger child to help them settle. Children behave well and are sensitively reminded to use gentle hands when interacting with others. They show a strong sense of security and belonging. They develop a good understanding of how to stay safe through planned role play activities, outings and fire drills.

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and outcomes for children

Children develop a good understanding of how to have a healthy lifestyle. They enjoy healthy lunches and home cooked meals that include some of the produce that they help to grow. Children have easy access to drinks so they can help themselves when they get thirsty. They adopt good personal hygiene practices. They engage in a wide range of physical activities and exercise outside in the fresh air. 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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