Childminder in Bradford

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY350775 Inspection date 13/03/2012 Inspector Laura Hoyland

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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 2007 and works from a co-childminder's home in a property in Bradford, West Yorkshire. The co-childminder lives with her 10 year old son and a friend a friend. The family has a pet dog and a pet guinea pig. The whole of the ground floor including bathroom facilities of the co-childminder's house are used for childminding purposes. There is a fully enclosed rear garden available for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than two may be in the early years age range and no more than one may be under one year old. Currently there are two children on roll in the early years age range. The childminder collects children from the local schools.

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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 are cared for by a friendly childminder who understands each child's needs well. Overall, children make good progress in all six areas of learning and are provided with exciting and stimulating activities and learning experiences. In the main partnerships with parents, carers and others are positive and parental wishes are followed to meet children's needs well. The childminder is aware of her strengths and weaknesses and listens to parents, carers and children to continually improve her setting.

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further?

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

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further?

 share relevant information about children's progress within the Early Years Foundation Stage with other providers to promote effective continuity and progression  match observations to the expectations of the early learning goals.

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the early years provision

The childminder is very knowledgeable about local safeguarding procedures and has effective policies and procedures in place. All adults living on the premises have had Criminal Records Bureau checks. This means that children are safe and secure in the setting. The childminder has a clear understanding of her roles and responsibilities and shares these with all parents and carers. For example, a complete set of policies and procedures are given to parents and carers when they This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 enrol their child at the setting. Comprehensive risk assessments have been conducted and are regularly reviewed for the premises and for all outings. This means that potential risks have been identified and appropriately minimised to ensure children are safeguarded both on and off the premises.

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the early years provision

The childminder provides a good range of resources to support children's learning and development. Children have access to the outdoors and independently choose where they want to play. This means they are developing their confidence and self-esteem. Children are continuously motivated to learn because the childminder understands each child's individual needs and plans exciting activities and learning opportunities for them.

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the early years provision

The childminder is aware of her strengths and weaknesses and continuously strives to improve her practices. For example, parents always have access to questionnaires seeking their views. The childminder listens to children and adapts her practices to meet their needs and wishes. Previous recommendations have been addressed promptly and effectively to ensure children's welfare needs are met.

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the early years provision

Good partnerships have been created with parents. The childminder obtains information about each child to ensure that children's welfare and learning and developmental needs are well met. For example, she liaises with parents and carers when their children are settling in to ensure she fully understands their individual routines. The childminder shares information regarding children's learning and development with parents regularly as well as liaising daily through verbal communication. She has also formed sufficient links with the local schools and settings where children attend. However, information is not always consistently shared or used effectively to support children's learning and development.

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and outcomes for children

All children are happy, settled and demonstrate good levels of self-esteem as they confidently move around the setting and engage in conversation with the childminder. The childminder discusses the daily routine with children and as a result they feel safe and secure. Outdoor activities are used by the childminder to discuss staying safe. For example, she takes children on walks to the local library to choose books and discusses how to cross the road safely. Consequently children are beginning to develop an awareness of how to keep themselves safe.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder promotes healthy lifestyles and children are developing an understanding of healthy eating because the childminder provides balanced and nutritious meals and snacks. Children have regular opportunity to engage in physical exercise. For example, the childminder takes them to the local park where they are able to run around with friends and climb on large apparatus to develop their large muscles and balancing skills. Children demonstrate they are developing healthy practices in the setting. For instance, they all wash their hands prior to This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 meals and after stroking the pet guinea pig. Children use their own towels to prevent the spread of infection.

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and outcomes for children

Children experience a wide variety of activities and learning opportunities that are linked to their interests and stages of development. This is because the childminder knows all children well. For example, children enjoy drawing and the childminder encourages them to explore mark making with chalks on the paths in the garden. This develops both children's creative and communication, language and literacy skills. The childminder regularly observes children and uses this to plan children's next steps. However, systems are not fully in place to ensure children's progress towards the early learning goals is maximised.

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and outcomes for children

Children have access to a range of technology. For instance, they use a computer and mouse to develop skills for the future. A variety of jigsaws and peg-boards are available for children to develop their mathematical knowledge. The childminder supports the development of children's knowledge and understanding of the world. For example, she discusses with the children how flowers and seeds grow as they plant sunflowers and bedding plants in the garden. Children are proud of their seeds and flowers and are keen to share their achievements with visitors and each other.

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and outcomes for children

All children behave very well in the setting because the childminder uses positive behaviour strategies. For example, children are regularly praised and commended as they carry out simple instructions. Children are developing respect for themselves and others. This is because the childminder provides a good range of resources to support their learning and development of different cultures and beliefs. Children celebrate many festivals in the setting including Chinese New Year, Eid and Christmas. This supports and develops their knowledge and understanding of the community in which they live. 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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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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