Lee, Rachel Ann

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY431888 Inspection date 09/01/2012 Inspector Karen Byfleet

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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 their two children aged seven and three years in Chesterfield, Derbyshire. The driveway to the house is on a slight incline and there is a step into the front door. The whole house is registered for childminding purposes, with toilet facilities on the first floor. The family has three pet rabbits and two guinea pigs.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory part of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for four children under eight years at any one time. There is currently one child on roll in the early years age group.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is a member of the National Childminder Association and she receives support from the local authority.

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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 the well organised environment. Effective partnerships with parents have been established to ensure children's welfare needs are consistently met. Partnerships with other providers are not yet fully established to ensure consistency and coherence in children's learning and development. All required documentation is in place which ensures children are safeguarded. The childminder has started to self evaluate her provision and demonstrates a vision for the future and how she intends to maintain continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 further develop partnerships with other providers where children may attend to ensure consistency and coherence in their learning and development  develop further a culture of reflective practice and self evaluation to identify strengths and priorities for development that will improve the quality of provision for all children with specific regard to obtaining the views and suggestions from parents and children.

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the early years provision

The childminder has devised and implemented an effective safeguarding policy which is shared with parents. It is clear in informing parents of the childminder's roles and responsibilities to ensure children are effectively safeguarded. Detailed and effective risk assessments are in place for the premises, equipment and any This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 outings undertaken with the children. These are reviewed regularly to ensure they remain valid and consistent. The premises are kept safe and secure, as the main door is kept locked when children are present, with the keys easily available to the childminder and the outdoor play area is safely enclosed. An emergency evacuation plan is in place and this is practiced with the children. During the inspection, children could easily talk about the procedure and told the inspector what to do and where to go if the alarm sounded. This clearly demonstrates their

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the early years provision

awareness of safety. The childminder has good knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation stage. She has devised and implemented development records for all the children in the early years age range who attend and ensures that the observations made of the children's learning all link to the six areas of learning. The next steps in their learning are highlighted which helps the childminder plan effective future activities. All required written parental permissions are in place for the childminder to administer medication and seek any necessary medical advice or treatment, enhancing children's well-being.

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the early years provision

The childminder has started to self evaluate her provision. However, this is still in the early stages. Partnerships with parents are effective. The childminder provides all parents with details of her policies and procedures and information about the children is exchanged daily through verbal exchange. Information about the children is gathered from parents when the children start attending, giving the childminder opportunity to assess their starting points. Partnerships with other professionals and providers have started to be implemented. However, these are not yet fully secure to ensure consistency and coherence in children's learning and development.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder fully interacts with the children in their freely chosen play and she is warm and caring towards them. Children are making good progress in their learning and development and they are happy and settled within the well organised environment. The provision is well resourced with toys, games and equipment for children of varying ages and children are able to self select, developing their independence and raising their self esteem. There is a good balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities. The childminder plans a variety of activities that help children to progress in their learning and which she knows they enjoy. For example, the childminder sets aside time each day for stories which she knows the children look forward to. Children are also able to freely choose books as they wish, from the well maintained and attractive book area. The childminder also plans outings to places of interest, such as the local park and animal farm,

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and outcomes for children

where children are able to explore and investigate. Children's all round development is promoted through their regular access to activities, such as, role play, dressing up and small world play. The childminder encourages and joins in with children's imaginative play. For example, the childminder joins the children on 'their boat', which the children have instigated and used the sofa for. The children use an instruction leaflet they have found and use it as a 'treasure map'. The childminder talks to the children about how their boat will travel over the water to find the treasure. Opportunities for children to engage in physical play are provided This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on a daily basis. They are able to move freely between the indoor and outdoor play areas. Children are supervised at all times when accessing the climbing equipment to ensure their safety.

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and outcomes for children

Children's welfare and safety is fully supported. They feel safe within the childminder's provision as they confidently approach her. The childminder promotes children's health and welfare well, as she provides them with healthy balanced diets for snacks, lunches and dinners. Older children follow good personal hygiene routines, such as, hand washing before eating and after using the toilet and they do this independently. The childminder has devised and implemented pictorial reminders for personal hygiene in the bathroom and these help to raise children's awareness and understanding of their personal hygiene. 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 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 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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