Childminder, Out-of school day care in Gloucestershire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY349177 Inspection date 01/03/2012 Inspector Hilary Tierney

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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 2007 and lives with her partner and their five year old daughter. They live in the St. Paul's area of Cheltenham in the three-bedroom end of terrace house. The whole of the house is available for childminding, but all play takes place in the separate playroom on the ground floor. There is an enclosed rear garden for outside play. Local amenities nearby include shops, schools, playgroups and parks.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She may provide care for five children under eight years of age, of these, no more than three may be in the early years age group, and of these one may be under one at any one time. The childminder has a total of three children in the early years age group on roll.

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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's needs are met well and they make good progress in all areas of learning. Systems to safeguard children are mostly effective, with detailed risk assessments in place overall; however, the childminder does not currently meet all legal requirements relating to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare. There is a good partnership with parents with daily information shared with them; however, the childminder has not yet requested all parental consents. Partnerships with other early years settings that children attend are in their infancy and do not currently fully promote children's learning and development. The childminder demonstrates a strong drive to improve and develop her practice through an effective self-evaluation process. She clearly identifies her strengths and areas for improvement; targeting actions carefully to make changes where impact is most needed to improve outcomes for children.

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further?

To meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 ensure a full risk assessment is carried out for each type of outing (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 15/03/2012

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further?

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

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further?

 obtain written parental permission for children so they are able to take part in This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 outings  develop links with other settings children attend so that practitioners from each setting regularly share the children's development and learning records and any other relevant information to fully promote consistency and coherence.

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the early years provision

Robust safeguarding procedures and policies contribute to the childminder's understanding and awareness of safeguarding issues. She is clear about what she would do if she has any concerns about children in her care. The childminder keeps clear records of accidents, medication and any injuries the children may arrive with. She shares these with the relevant parents on the day. Detailed risk assessments cover all aspects of the home, both inside and outside. However, the childminder has not carried out risk assessments for each and every outing taken with the children. Additionally, she has not obtained written parental permission for children to take part in outings. Fire evacuation procedures are detailed and the childminder practises these regularly with children and keeps clear records.

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the early years provision

Resources are easily accessible and balanced. The separate playroom is warm and welcoming to children. It is brightly decorated with children's work, showing the childminder values children's achievements. Children understand they are able to access the resources freely and enjoy having the freedom to develop their interests. The childminder completes detailed observations and assessments about the children and these help her clearly identify children's interests and next steps. Outcomes for individual children are improving as the childminder takes positive steps to enable children's learning and development in relation to their starting points. The childminder adequately promotes equality and diversity, getting to know each child's background and needs. She helps children to understand about diversity through a developing range of activities and resources and demonstrates an understanding and awareness about supporting children who attend who have

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the early years provision

There is a good partnership with parents as daily information is shared as they leave and collect their children. Clearly written policies and procedures support the childminder's practice and she shares these with parents. Children's learning journals are also regularly shared with parents and their comments are requested. Parents comment on how happy they are with the care provided and how well their children are progressing. The childminder is aware about the need to link with other early years settings, such as playgroups, but she has not started to build these links and share relevant information with them.

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the early years provision

The childminder has started to evaluate her practice and has clearly identified her strengths and areas to improve. Actions taken by the childminder are well-chosen and carefully planned, so that impact is evident in most of the areas in which it is needed. She has successfully completed the recommendations from her last inspection which demonstrates her drive to improve her practice. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children are making good progress in all areas of learning and development. The childminder has a secure knowledge and awareness of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Through her detailed observations she is able to meet children's individual needs well. The childminder provides a warm, caring environment where children feel safe and secure. Children are happy, content and well settled in her company. They enjoy looking at books alone and together with the childminder. The children select their own books. As they turn the pages and look at the pictures, the childminder talks to them about what is in the pictures, encouraging them to recognise colours, shapes and numbers.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy developing their imagination through role play. The childminder talks consistently to the younger children which helps them understand what they are doing, what is coming next and helps them decide what they would like to do. The children are well behaved and the childminder encourages good manners through being a good role model. She uses praise and encouragement as they achieve tasks such as putting on their wellington boots before going outside. Through careful guidance young children develop the skills they will need for the future.

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and outcomes for children

Young children are beginning to learn the importance of healthy lifestyles. They have easy access to drinking water and enjoy freshly cooked meals. The childminder is aware of their dietary needs and meets these well. Children understand they need to wash their hands before eating and sit well as they eat. Children use paper hand towels when drying their hands, which helps to prevent the spread of infection. Children have easy access to the outside play area and obviously enjoy being outside. Children have good opportunities to develop their physical skills through climbing, running, jumping and exploring the world around them. Children are active learners, eager to learn and comfortable in their surroundings. 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 3 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 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 2 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 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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