Childminder in Newcastle upon Tyne

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY430930 Inspection date 02/02/2012 Inspector Jacqui West

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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 2010. She lives with her two children aged five and three years in the residential area of Walker in Newcastle. The whole of the ground floor and the bedroom and bathroom on the first floor is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder cares for children on weekdays from 7am to 6pm for 48 weeks of the year.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than two may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding one child in this age group. She also offers care to children aged over five years and is currently minding one child in this age group. She provides overnight care for one child. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder collects children from the local school and attends several toddler groups on a regular basis.

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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 provides a very warm and friendly environment. She demonstrates a true commitment to inclusion which is evident throughout all aspects of her practice. Children benefit from a range of activities. As a result, they are making good progress in their learning and development. Partnerships with parents are outstanding. Links with providers are developing well. The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of her areas for development and attends ongoing training. This results in continuous improvement being well maintained.

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further?

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

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further?

 further develop communications between settings to ensure that there is a continuity in children's learning.

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the early years provision

Children are protected very well. The childminder has attended recent safeguarding training and has a detailed range of policies and procedures which are used effectively to safeguard children. This is combined with a sound understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse and procedures to follow should she have any concerns. This helps to effectively safeguard children. Detailed risk assessments take place on a daily basis within the childminder's home and for outings. Consequently, the chance of accidental injury is effectively reduced. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder demonstrates a positive attitude towards her career. She is motivated and committed to developing her practice to promote outcomes for children. She has shown an ongoing commitment to further training, such as equal opportunities and food hygiene and is studying to achieve a level 3 childcare

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the early years provision

qualification, this has had a positive impact on her knowledge and therefore, on the service she provides. The childminder has identified areas for further development, such as developing the garden area. The available space is well organised. The childminder uses many of the local facilities and resources to compliment those within the home. She regularly attends play groups, soft-play centres and local parks.

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the early years provision

The childminder liaises extremely effectively with parents and very positive working relationships are forged. She has shown a true dedication to the parents and fully supports them in their own learning in order to promote outcomes for children. For example, she provides information and ongoing support to enable them to attend training and support groups to further develop their English language skills. Effective induction procedures ensure that children's admission is tailored to meet their needs. Consequently, children settle very well. Parents are fully informed about the provision as the childminder makes time to discuss all the written documentation. Pertinent information about children's requirements, special words in their home language and starting points is acquired from parents and recorded. Through this the childminder establishes a good understanding of children's needs and abilities. Regular information is shared about their child's learning and care

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the early years provision

through verbal discussions. This enables learning to be continued at home through highlighted activities. The childminder has some systems in place to develop relationships with other settings. However, these could be further developed to promote continuity for children's learning.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Children are happy and show increasing confidence. Children benefit from a flexible routine, including a balance of child-centred and adult-led activities. Children are beginning to understand what is right and wrong through the childminders consistent and very positive approach. They are fully involved and interested in their chosen activities. For example, as they complete jigsaws. Children's communication skills are fully supported. For example, they read stories and sing favourite songs such as, 'twinkle twinkle little star'. Children's social skills are developing well, they have formed close relationships with their peers, they smile and help one another while at play. Children develop knowledge of numbers, colours and counting as part of their everyday play. A variety of creative activities, including painting and sticking promote children's self-expression, whilst having

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and outcomes for children

fun. Their knowledge of a wider world is developed through regular outings and discussions. Children use information and communication and technology to support their learning with the use of programmable toys. The childminder is very aware of the children's individual needs. She has a flexible routine led by the children's interests and planned outings. She observes children learning and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 effectively plans for their next steps.

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and outcomes for children

Children are cared for in a well-maintained environment, They are encouraged to be healthy as they access a range of activities to promote good health. For example, they visit the local park and soft play centres. Children are provided with healthy meals and snacks, including a range of fruit, home-made soup and pasta dishes. They develop good levels of hygiene as they wash their hands at appropriate times and discuss the reasons. All the written documentation with regards to good health is in place and very well organised. These positively safeguard children's well-being. Children learn about safety as the childminder constantly talks with the children and uses resources such as books to reinforce safe rules, such as using the green cross code. 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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