Childminder in Portsmouth

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY431506 Inspection date 10/01/2012 Inspector Coral Hales

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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 registered in 2011. She lives with her husband and son aged two in Fratton, Hampshire. The property is within close proximity to schools, shops and parks. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on the compulsory part of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

Children have access to all areas of the house; however, childminding takes place on the ground floor. There is an enclosed garden available for outdoor play. The childminder is registered to care for five children under the age of eight at any one time, of whom no more than two may be in the early years age range. She is also registered to care for one child aged under eight years overnight. She is currently caring for two children in the early years age range.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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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

Children are happy and secure in their surroundings. The childminder is new to her role and is full of ideas of how she wants her provision to develop further and has a clear and ambitious vision for the future. Friendly and effective working partnerships with parents and other professionals are already in place.The childminder promotes inclusive practice offering a provision that is well arranged to fully encourage children's independence. This enables them to be active, motivated and excited learners. As a result, children make good progress towards the early learning goals overall.

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further?

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

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further?

 expand the opportunities that children have to explore their ideas and feelings, through a variety of dance and imaginative role-play activities.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good awareness of safeguarding issues to ensure children are appropriately protected. Her practice is guided by well written policies that identify and highlight the Local Safeguarding Children Board guidance. Therefore, she is able to follow appropriate procedures in an emergency. The environment, both indoors and outside and outings are subject to risk assessment and a record is maintained. Therefore, risks are minimized and children are kept safe and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 secure.

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the early years provision

The premises are well organised and high quality resources are used extremely well and provide excellent support to promote and extend learning. Children have free access and this promotes their independence and allows them to begin to initiate and develop their own ideas.

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the early years provision

The childminder maintains a very positive approach towards inclusion and children receive lots of praise and encouragement, which promotes their self-esteem and belonging. Policies and procedures are well written, implemented and maintained and effectively promote equality and eliminate discrimination.

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the early years provision

The childminder continues to develop friendly working relationships with parents, and together they ensure individual needs are recognised and catered for. They are provided with a good range of information regarding the childminder's business via her portfolio. This includes a full range of policies and procedures including the complaints procedure. Routines and progress made are discussed when children arrive and are collected and through written daily diaries and photographic evidence. This two-way flow ensures continuity of care. Effective partnerships with other professionals have been established and the childminder is keen to develop more.

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the early years provision

The childminder communicates well and has begun to implement effective procedures to monitor and evaluate her provision. She clearly demonstrates the ability to maintain continuous improvement.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and relaxed and have settled well. The childminder has a very professional approach to her work and has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. She refers to guidance and effectively uses the knowledge gained to meet children's differing learning needs. She has organized her home so each child can make independent choices from the excellent range of resources to extend their play and learning.

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and outcomes for children

Frequent observations are completed as children play. Therefore, the childminder has a clear knowledge of what they enjoy doing and the progress they are making. Learning journey records are well maintained, clearly show progress and identify children's next steps. Memorable moments are recorded to share with parents and provide lovely records of children having fun as they learn.

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and outcomes for children

Children work extremely well independently, although they very much enjoy the interaction and close contact of the childminder. For example, they love to sort through and empty the drawers that contain toys and have fun as they look at different items as they remove them. They then help to put items away again before moving on to play in the tent. Puppets are a favourite item at the moment This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and a child giggles as they attempt to put the Giraffe on their hand. Children are developing their creative skills through music and artwork and have some opportunities to develop their imagination through role play.

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and outcomes for children

The children are interested and excited about what they are doing and this helps them to build on what they already know and can do. Their learning is well supported by the childminder who consistently extends their learning by encouraging their attempts as they develop their language skills and introduces them to new vocabulary. For example, as children sit with her to look at books she names the pictures and the child shows pleasure when they recognise a picture and proudly say 'tree'. As children play with the trains and move them around the track the childminder joins in with their games.

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and outcomes for children

Children gain an understanding of others through discussion, topics and playing with a range of toys that reflect diversity. They gain a good understanding of the local community and their environment when they go on outings and visit places of interest; for example, to the beach to collect pebbles or the pond to feed the ducks.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder is gentle and caring towards the children and cuddles the children after they have had a sleep or fallen over. Their safety is important; for example, she visually checks them when they sleep. The childminder is a good role model and gives simple but effective explanations about how to stay safe at their level of understanding. Clear and consistent boundaries, as well as praise and encouragement, help children to begin to understand what is expected of them and they behave well. They are developing their social skills and a caring environment is evident.

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and outcomes for children

Children play in a clean and well maintained home and their care requirements are met well. They develop suitable hygiene practices through regular daily routines and their individual care needs are met well. Children begin to learn about a healthy lifestyle through general discussion as they sit and eat together. This is a relaxed and enjoyable time for the children. They are encouraged to be active and have many opportunities to enjoy being out 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 1 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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