Childminder in Leeds

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY427146 Inspection date 02/12/2011 Inspector Rachel Ayo

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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 was registered in 2011. She lives with her husband and two children aged seven and four years in the Churwell area of Morley, on the outskirts of Leeds city centre close to shops, nurseries, parks, schools and public transport links. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's home is used for childminding purposes along with a first floor bathroom. Children have access to the lower area of the rear garden for outdoor play. There are steps to both the front and rear doors. The childminder has a dog.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children under eight years, no more than three of which may be in the early years age range. She is currently caring for one child in this age group. The childminder is also registered on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register, although she is not currently caring for any children within this age group. The childminder attends a number of groups during the week.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Policies and procedures are implemented as required in most aspects to promote children's welfare. Children are happy and settled, and their learning and development is promoted adequately overall. Space is organised suitably to enable children to explore freely and make choices about what activities they would like to partake in. Partnership working with parents and others is appropriate to meet children's individual needs and ensure inclusion. The childminder's systems for self- evaluation are in the early stages at present, although she has identified certain areas for development in order to improve outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 record information about who a child normally lives with (Documentation). 16/12/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 develop an awareness of the guidance set out in the publication 'What to do if you are worried a child is being abused - Summary' published by DCSF  develop knowledge of the responsibilities under food hygiene legislation including registration with the relevant Local Authority Environmental Health Department  ensure the risk assessment covers anything with which a child may come into contact, with particular reference to the safety of stairs This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  develop systems for monitoring the provision for children's learning and development and establish children's starting points and next steps in line with the expectations of the early learning goals.

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the early years provision

Children are appropriately safeguarded. The childminder is able to identify possible signs of child abuse or neglect and has a safeguarding policy based on the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures. She is not, however, aware that she should additionally follow the guidance set out in the publication 'What to do if you are worried a child is being abused - Summary'. Adequate risk assessments generally ensure that hazards to children are minimised to keep them safe. For example, cupboard locks prevent access to hazardous substances, regular emergency evacuations take place and are logged and doors are kept locked to prevent unwanted access and restrict children from leaving unsupervised. However, there is no banister on the stairs to fully ensure children's safety.

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the early years provision

Documentation is maintained suitably to promote the efficient and safe management of the provision. However, the childminder does not clearly record with whom a child normally lives with, which is a breach of requirements. The childminder has an adequate range of safe and suitable furniture, equipment and toys to meet children's individual needs. She exchanges appropriate information with parents about children's likes, dislikes and preferences, for example, in order to plan for inclusion. The childminder explains that there are numerous resources at the toddler groups she attends that help children to learn about diversity. Although, her own provision is more limited.

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the early years provision

The childminder has begun to complete the Ofsted self-evaluation form and has made suitable progress since becoming registered. She links with her local authority early years advisors and other childminders for advice, or to share ideas that will enhance her provision. Positive relationships are developed with parents in order to promote coherence in children's care and education. The childminder shares appropriate information with parents before placement and ongoing communication is achieved through daily friendly chats. Parents can readily access their child's portfolio and are invited to share new achievements from home. Where children attend nursery the childminder liaises appropriately with staff, for example, to exchange details about children's development.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy their time with the childminder and are clearly at ease in her home. An adequately welcoming environment is created with resources stored in accessible units, which children readily access. For example, they play imaginatively with the pram and teddy, taking this for a walk around the lounge. The childminder knows what children enjoy and incorporates their interests within This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 her provision. Although systems are less robust for identifying starting points, monitoring the provision to ensure there are no gaps in children's learning and planning for their next steps in line with the expectations of the early learning goals.

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and outcomes for children

Children are sociable and have the opportunity to enhance their social skills through attending many stay and play groups. Children show adequate levels of interest in the toys available, although, they show good concentration, creativity and excitement in the arts and craft activity. The childminder positively interacts with children and enhances their learning suitably. She sits alongside children encouraging them to describe what they are doing, mix colours and name more complex secondary colours, such as, silver and gold glitter. They show good fine motor skills with the paint brush as they create different marks and ascribe meaning to these exclaiming, 'I've painted a donkey!' The childminder introduces opposites as she moves the pictures, explaining that the wet paint and glue needs to be left to dry. Children's self-esteem and confidence is fostered through frequent praise and encouragement. Explanations on outings about road safety,

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and outcomes for children

for example, help children learn about keeping safe. The childminder also reminds them about safe practices in the home, such as, not standing on chairs.

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and outcomes for children

Children benefit from daily fresh air and exercise as they walk to and from school and access local parks where they use a variety of apparatus that develops their physical skills. They additionally go on visits to the local fields or seaside where they have the opportunity to learn about the wider world, animals and nature. The childminder models and encourages appropriate hygiene routines to further help children stay healthy. For example, children respond positively to the childminder's request that they wash their hands before lunch and paper towels are available in the bathroom to minimise cross-infection. The childminder provides healthy snacks and meals, including a freshly prepared teatime meal. Although, she is unaware that she is required to register with the Local Authority Environmental Health Department. 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 3 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 3 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 3

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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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