Childminder in North East Lincolnshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY347088 Inspection date 20/03/2012 Inspector Kathryn Clayton

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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. She lives in Cleethorpes with her partner and two children aged 14 and 10. The whole of the ground floor of the home and the first floor bathroom is used for childminding and there is an enclosed garden.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for five children and currently there are four children on roll, of whom three are in the early years age range.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. The family have a large pet dog, although the dog is not on the premises during childminding hours.

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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

The childminder provides a welcoming service where all children's individual needs are met and they make steady progress, although there are minor weaknesses in the learning provision. Safeguarding procedures are suitable and for the most part protect children's welfare, although not all of the legally required records in relation to risk assessments are in place. The childminder does reflect upon her practice, but has not considered all aspects of the service she provides. By completing all of the recommendations raised at the last inspection the childminder shows a capacity to improve. She develops suitable relationships with parents and others so information can be freely shared.

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further?

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

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further?

 keep a record of the risk assessment of the garden clearly stating when it was carried out, by whom, date of review and any action taken following a review or incident(Documentation). 03/04/2012

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the ongoing observational assessments of children's progress to cover all areas of children's learning over time This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  develop the system of self-evaluation in order to cover all aspects of the childminding provision.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good understanding of the signs and symptoms that would cause her to be concerned about a child's welfare and there is a clear policy to follow should she have any concerns. She has completed a suitable risk assessment of all areas of the home, garden and any outings undertaken and has minimised risks to children. An accurate record is kept of all of these areas except for the garden. This is a breach of the legally requirement in relation to the documentation needed to support children's welfare. The childminder is keen to improve her service and works closely with support services to do so. She reflects upon the service she provides for children and is aware of some of her strengths and areas for development. However, evaluation is not fully effective as she does not consider all aspects of her service. The childminder has made some improvements since her last inspection, such as renewing resources and

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the early years provision

developing her knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She asks parents about any improvements they wish her to make and takes account of the likes and dislikes of the children.

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the early years provision

Children play in a comfortable home where they can access a suitable range of resources. The childminder rotates her toys so that there is always something that is of interest to children. She encourages children to make their own choices of play materials from the range available. By undertaking planting activities and teaching children about recycling they start to learn about the importance of sustainability. The childminder gains an understanding of children's individual needs and starting points through discussions with parents and observations of children. Parents are asked to complete an initial assessment of what children can already do. Children have access to books and television programmes that help them to gain a positive understanding of diversity. Activities, such as drawing pictures of themselves and their friends help them to understand differences in a meaningful way.

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the early years provision

Parents receive a useful pack with written information, including policies and procedures. Feedback is given at the end of each session about their child's day. They are invited to share and contribute to the written assessments the childminder has completed about their child. The childminder works with parents to support children's achievements and well-being, for example, with toilet training and learning to use a knife and fork. The childminder works well with other agencies to improve her service. When children attend other settings that deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage the childminder makes links to them and is willing to share information to support children's achievements and well-being appropriately. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Babies and young children are settled and enjoy their time with the childminder. She creates an appropriate environment where they make steady progress in their development and learning. The childminder assesses children's progress and identifies plans for their future learning. However assessments do not cover all areas of learning for every child over a period of time and this has an impact on some children's progress. Babies benefit from close individual attention; they are happy, at ease and gain a sense of belonging with childminder. The childminder encourages older children to become more independent, for example, to put on their own shoes. Through talking to babies and young children and sharing books and stories the childminder appropriately encourages their language development. There are many shape games and construction materials which help young children learn to solve simple problems. The childminder uses everyday meaningful

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and outcomes for children

experiences to develop their understanding of numbers and counting. An example of this is when out walking children count the steps they are making and things they see, such as the local trains. Babies use interactive toys which help them to start to gain appropriate early technological skills that will help them in the future.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder makes use of her local beach to encourage children to explore and investigate. They enjoy looking for sea-life and generally exploring in the sand with their buckets and spades. Children have a suitable range of creative experiences, such as painting, collage and exploring play dough. They start to gain an early awareness of the importance of a healthy lifestyle. Suitable hygiene routines are used by the childminder during nappy changes and older children learn how to wash their hands using liquid soap and individual towels for drying. The childminder always has fresh fruit, drinks of water and diluted squash readily available for children. Children are quite active; they enjoy regular visits to the local park where they climb, slide and swing. When visiting the local beach children have the chance to run freely. Children start to learn about managing their own safety. They know not to touch dogs when they are out and the childminder

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and outcomes for children

teaches them about road safety and the evacuation of the premises. The childminder ensures babies remain safe by close supervision and keeping them safely strapped in appropriate equipment, such as safety chairs when necessary. 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 3 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 3

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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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