Childminder in Telford and Wrekin

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY265988 Inspection date 18/10/2011 Inspector Jennifer Turner

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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 2003. She lives with her partner, her 10-year-old child and an adult child in Telford, Shropshire. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's house and front first floor bedroom and bathroom are used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The family has a pet dog.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time and is currently caring for two children who are in the early years age range. She also offers care to older school-aged children. The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. She is a member of the National Childminding Association. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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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 makes good provision for children in the early years age range and this ensures they make generally good progress towards most of the early learning goals. Children's safety is good and they are happy and relaxed as they play in this welcoming and well-resourced environment. Inclusive practice is promoted, and effective links with parents and other professionals ensure children's needs are met. The childminder is aware of her strengths and any action required to further promote positive outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 review systems to ensure that all areas of learning and development are given equal importance to support children's progression  improve the use of self-evaluation to identify the setting's strengths and priorities for development that will improve the quality of the provision for all children.

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the early years provision

Children's welfare is safeguarded by the childminder who has effective systems in place to assure their safety and well-being. She has a clear understanding of her responsibilities for child protection and understands the procedures to follow in the event of any concerns. Policies, procedures and records are well organised and effective risk assessments ensure good standards of safety are maintained at all times. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Systems for monitoring and evaluating the quality of her provision are in their infancy, although she has started to make improvements to her policies and the documents she uses to record her observations of children. The childminder creates a positive environment through her kind and gentle manner as she settles toddlers into her home. She has a good range of toys and resources to keep children occupied and stimulated. These are easily accessible to encourage

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the early years provision

children's independence. The childminder effectively organises her day around the needs of the children, taking into account their individual care routines and preferences. The childminder manages her time well, and spends much of her time interacting positively with the children. She effectively uses the indoor and outdoor space to promote play opportunities for children.

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the early years provision

Children behave very well and are learning to share, take turns and help others. Children are also well supported in learning about diversity and the wider world. For example, they play with books, dolls and figures which reflect positive images of different cultures and disabilities. They also explore different festivals and celebrations from around the world. The childminder has established good partnerships with parents, who are provided with information about her setting. Parents are kept closely informed about their children's progress, development and daily activities through two-way daily feedback. The childminder has also established effective links with the other providers involved in children's care and learning to further ease their transition.

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and outcomes for children

Children are active learners and enjoy a wide range of activities, both in and out of the home. During outings to the park, children play on different types of equipment, such as climbing frames and slides, to help develop their physical skills and coordination. Children have good opportunities to play in the garden, where they have access to sand and water play. They like bug hunting in the garden and feeding the ducks at the local lakes. The childminder interacts effectively with children, asking questions and engaging them in discussions to promote their language and communication skills. The childminder follows children's interests as she plans the activities they engage in. She has a developing assessment format to record her observations of the children and the next steps in their development. However, the records do not include all areas of learning and development to ensure they are consistently given equal importance to support children's

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and outcomes for children

progression. This restricts children's development across some of the areas of learning.

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and outcomes for children

The children like it when the childminder reads to them and when they sing their favourite nursery rhymes or watch their favourite children's programmes. Children are able to draw and to make marks by selecting coloured pens and crayons to write or draw pictures. Children use their imaginations as they dress up in costumes or play with the role-play figures. They enjoy building with bricks and knocking them down again. Children learn to count because the childminder introduces numbers during their play and sings number songs with them. Children This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 develop their creativity and curiosity through using their senses to explore and use a variety of arts and crafts materials to stick, colour and paint. Appropriate behaviour, such as sharing and taking turns, is encouraged by the childminder. She praises and encourages children in their achievements and younger children

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and outcomes for children

respond with smiles. This helps promote their confidence and self-esteem.

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and outcomes for children

Good procedures are in place to prevent the spread of infection, and children learn about good hygiene practices through the daily routine, such as washing their hands before meals and after using the toilet. Children learn about road safety while on outings and through procedures within the home, such as practising the fire evacuation drills. All children are acknowledged as an individual and the childminder demonstrates a positive approach to working closely with parents and other professionals to ensure that specific needs are met, children are safe and all are included. 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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