Childminder in Bristol

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY426239 Inspection date 19/12/2011 Inspector Rachael Williams

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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 partner and three children in the Hillfields area of Bristol. The whole of the property is used for childminding and there is an enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder's partner is registered as an assistant. The provision is registered on the Early Years Register and on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register for a maximum of five children under eight years of old; of whom, two may be in the early years age range. When working with an assistant the childminder may care for four children in the early years age range. At present, the childminder cares for six children; of whom, three are in the early years age range.

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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

Children are happy and settled within a homely environment. Caring relationships are established and the childminder has good knowledge of children's individual needs. Effective interaction with the children promotes good progress in their learning. The childminder provides sufficient toys and resources however; storage limits children's independent choices. Positive relationships with parents and other early years providers enables continuity in care, learning and development. On the whole, welfare is promoted effectively apart from a lapse in knowledge regarding some safeguarding procedures. The childminder is developing self-evaluation systems in order to plan for continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 implement a procedure to be followed in the event of an allegation being made against a member of staff (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 06/01/2012

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further?

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

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further?

 improve storage and labelling of resources to further develop children's independence  increase the range of resources that help children become aware of, explore and question differences in disability issues  develop further the setting's self-evaluation process to identify strengths and priorities for development. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

Children are cared for in a safe and secure environment. The childminder has included appropriate safety measures to enable children to roam freely and confidently. For example, a safety gate is fitted to prevent children accessing the first floor or the kitchen without supervision. The childminder considers safety when children are collected and ensures that suitable adults are routinely recorded on children's individual records. To further improve the children's well-being the childminder insists that she has met those adults who may collect or a password system is put in place. The childminder conducts effective risk assessments to manage and eliminate potential risks for each room used by the children; these include risk assessments for each type of outing. On the whole, the childminder has appropriate knowledge of child protection issues however, she is unsure of the procedure to follow should an allegation be made against her assistant, who is a

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the early years provision

member of staff. This is a breach of specific legal requirement. The childminder promotes continuity of children's care as, for the most part, well-written policies and procedures are shared with parents and her assistant to underpin the service provided.

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the early years provision

The childminder provides a warm and welcoming learning environment where children feel secure. On the whole, there are plenty of high-quality toys and resources, although these are limited to reflect disability. Toys and resources are not easily available to the children which limit their ability to make independent choices. The childminder accesses relevant training to help support the individual needs of the children who attend such as, a course to promote diversity in the learning environment. The childminder is committed to supporting children in her care. Through her observations and discussions with parents and other early years providers the childminder has accurate understanding of children's starting points to enable them to make good progress and provide continuity in care. Effective systems have been established to positively support children for whom English is an additional language. For example, appropriate resources have been borrowed

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the early years provision

from the toy library and the childminder ensures she respects children's home language by learning key words. Positive relationships are established with parents who receive a wealth of information regarding the setting and their children's progress. For example, there is a daily communication diary which informs parents of children's routines and engagement in activities.

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the early years provision

The childminder is motivated to improve the provision for children. She has a suitable understanding of the strengths of the provision such as, her interaction and engagement with the children and promoting healthy eating. She has appropriate knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and identifies that as she becomes more experienced her understanding will become more embedded. Consequently, ideas for improvement are aimed at attending relevant training in order to support children further and extending the learning environment. However, she has not identified a key weakness in her knowledge of safeguarding procedures. Parents are able to contribute to the evaluation process through the use of a questionnaire. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has accurate understanding of children's interests and motivations. Consequently, she is able to plan a broad range of experiences and therefore, children are fully engaged. Assessment arrangements identify children's next steps in learning which influence future planning. Children show very good spatial awareness and problem solving skills as they independently complete an age appropriate jigsaw puzzle. Children are good communicators and the childminder is effective in using open-ended questions to support discussions. Children manipulate malleable materials well. They successfully use a range of tools safely to create imaginatively. Children confidently name the colours and shapes they create and describe the texture of the malleable material for instance, 'cold and squidgy'.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder provides snacks and meals which meet children's individual dietary requirements. Children are able to make choices for instance, for snack a child decides to have an apple and a satsuma. The childminder prepares these in a scrupulously clean kitchen. Snack-time is a sociable occasion and the childminder engages the children for instance, to discuss the different shapes that have been made. There are numerous opportunities for children to be active and outside in the fresh air through regular visits for instance, to the park or the local farm. Children understand the importance of hygienic routines for example, they are aware of the need to wash their hands after visiting the toilet and drying them on their individual towel. Children become aware of their own safety as they engage in regular evacuation procedures. Minor accidents are dealt with appropriately as the childminder has completed a paediatric first aid course. Rigorous systems have

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and outcomes for children

been established to ensure that medication is routinely recorded, including non- prescribed medication such as for pain and fever relief. The childminder is aware of the need to record accidents and existing injuries and share these with parents. As yet, she has not had the need to implement this procedure. 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 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 The extent to which children feel safe 3 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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