Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 252821 Inspection date 28/02/2012 Inspector Tina Garner

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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 1987. She lives with her husband in Rainworth, Nottinghamshire. The home is within walking distance of schools, parks and shops. All areas of the property are used for childminding, although this mainly takes place on the ground floor. Bathroom facilities are on the first floor. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time, three of whom may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding five children, three of whom are within the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder also makes provision for children over the age of five years and is registered on the Early Years Register and the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register.

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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 recognises children's individuality and has a sound understanding of their needs and interests. She is developing positive relationships with parents and carers, offering them information about her setting, being flexible and showing an interest in their home lives. Children are making sound progress in their overall learning. The childminder takes steps to promote children's health and welfare through daily routines, minimising risks, and good safeguarding awareness. She has a generally positive attitude towards continued development and ensuring that the overall quality, care and outcomes for children improve.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the system of assessing and recording children's progress, clearly prioritising next steps for them to work towards in each of the six areas of learning, and use the information to plan some practical play activities to help each child reach their full potential  develop parents' contribution to the Learning Journeys to support in assessing children's starting points and their ongoing development  develop the organisation of the learning environment through providing more accessible resources to further promote children's independence and self- selection.

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the early years provision

Children's safety and security is successfully assured. The childminder is aware of her responsibilities towards safeguarding procedures and has effective systems in This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 place to ensure that children are protected from harm and neglect. Children remain under her close supervision and are not left alone with adults who have not been through a vetting procedure. All fire detection equipment is maintained and clear fire evacuation procedures ensure children learn how to keep themselves safe in the event of an emergency. Comprehensive risk assessments are carried out; these are regularly reviewed and updated as required. Children are safeguarded because the childminder has a good understanding of the importance of following the Local Safeguarding Children Board guidelines in the event of safeguarding concerns. The environment is homely and relaxed. The childminder plans a wide

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the early years provision

range of activities according to children's interests. A selection of toys are presented each day; however, supporting resources which encourage children to develop their own play ideas are currently limited.

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the early years provision

Children benefit from the effective partnerships the childminder has built with their parents. Clear information is provided for parents at the start of any arrangement and the childminder gathers detailed information about children's individual care needs so that these can be successfully met. The childminder shares information daily regarding child's activities and care routines. However, systems are not fully developed to enable parents to share what they know about their own children's starting points and development at home. The childminder is aware of the importance of working in partnership with other providers delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage and with other agencies involved with the children to ensure a smooth transition and a consistent approach. The childminder has begun to implement systems to evaluate her daily activity with the children in order to identify areas of strong practice and areas for further development. She has

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the early years provision

sought the views of the parents about her childminding service and they report highly positive feedback regarding their child's care and welfare. Recommendations made at the last inspection have been successfully addressed.

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and outcomes for children

Relationships are warm and caring, and children are developing good social awareness which increases their sense of well-being and promotes their emotional development. They have opportunities to participate in a range of first-hand experiences to learn about the world around them. They learn about nature as they go for long walks in the woods, collecting leaves and other items to make collage pictures. They also play in the garden, where they enjoy planting and growing their own tomatoes and beans. Children take part in cooking and baking activities; they enjoy baking buns and enthusiastically cover them with pink icing and then decorate them with mini marshmallows. Their creativity is further developed as they make their own musical shakers and sing familiar songs and rhymes. Opportunities to encourage their mark-making skills are provided as they handle crayons and use paint to create their own pictures. Children begin to learn

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and outcomes for children

about diversity through books, toys and discussions with the childminder. They benefit from her fully inclusive approach and she encourages the children to begin to care for each other and to work together. For example, she supports them to share and to take turns when playing games and completing jigsaws. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder sits at the children's level and provides encouragement and praise as she allows the children the freedom to explore. They feel safe and secure in the childminder's care, as is evident through their continual smiles and chatter as they play and they respond very positively to her kind, caring and calm manner. Children are generally making good progress with their learning. The childminder is beginning to monitor the development of children within the Early Years Foundation Stage, which helps to assess progress towards the early learning goals.

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and outcomes for children

However, links between the observations and planning are not yet fully secure.

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and outcomes for children

Children are beginning to learn about safety and adopting a healthy lifestyle through the repetition of routines, such as knowing their hands must be washed after using the toilet. They are well nourished and are offered healthy choices. For example, all meals are home cooked and children enjoy fresh fruit at snack time. They are offered regular drinks to ensure that they are well hydrated. Children enjoy the attention of the childminder. They show by their actions that they are beginning to understand the house rules and boundaries, and behave well because the childminder has a consistent approach to managing unwanted behaviour and is a good role model. 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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