Childminder in Medway

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY317182 Inspection date 12/01/2012 Inspector Linda Coccia

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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

There were no children on roll when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children on roll, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states if the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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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 2006. She lives with her family including one child aged eight years in Rochester, Kent. The whole of the childminder's house is used for childminding and there is an enclosed garden for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of four children aged under eight years at any one time; of these, up to three children may be in the early years age range. The childminder is currently not looking after any children in the early years age range. She has three children on roll who are aged 6 years and over.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder drives to local schools to take and collect children. The family has two pet cats and some goldfish. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association (NCMA).

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. She describes how she will meet children's individual needs and ensure they are fully included. She also describes how she would use observation, assessment and planning to encourage children's progress towards the early learning goals. The childminder has an ample range of resources to use to support and promote children's play and learning. She also demonstrates awareness of the importance of engaging with parents and working in partnership with others involved in children's care, to meet their individual welfare and learning needs.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a sound knowledge of safeguarding matters and understands her responsibility to promote the welfare of the children. She has completed child protection training and holds an up-to-date first aid certificate. The childminder's home was seen to be appropriately maintained and suitable safety measures implemented to provide a safe play environment. Risk assessment records and other documentation required for the safe and efficient management of the provision are in place.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates the capacity to maintain continuous improvement through self-evaluation. She has addressed the aspects for improvement identified at her last inspection. She identifies improvements to her service which would enhance the outcomes for children. For example, greater use of local amenities such as the library, this is now visited regularly. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Compliance with registration requirements

The registered person continues 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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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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