Stafford, Lynne

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY357819 Inspection date 21/03/2012 Inspector Melissa Cox

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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

There were no children on roll when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children on roll, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states if the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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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. She lives with her husband and three young children in their home in Thatcham near Newbury in Berkshire. The whole of the house is used for childminding. There is an enclosed garden area for outdoor play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of three children under eight years, of these none may be in the early years age range at any one time. There are currently no children on roll.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates through discussion a suitable understanding of what to do if she had safeguarding concerns regarding children in her care. This is supported by a written policy, which includes relevant contact and referral details. The childminder describes how children are kept safe at the setting through appropriate procedures, such as placing stairgates at the bottom of the stairs. This is complemented by a record of risk assessments, which also includes outings. A suitable range of policies are in place, which are updated yearly and used appropriately to underpin her work, for example, inclusion policies and equal opportunities.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates through discussion and documentation that she understands how to implement the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework to help children make progress throughout the six areas of learning. She explains how she would monitor children''s progress through observation and work with parents and other early years providers to support children''s ongoing development. There are sufficient toys and equipment to meet the needs of a varied age of children, which are stored in low-level cupboards or on shelving so that children can independently access them.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder describes how she will provide a suitable range of age appropriate activities, which cover all areas of learning. For example, their language and communication skills are promoted through books and visits to the library and skills for the future promoted through the use of electronic or programmable toys. The childminder explains how children''s good health is promoted through access to healthy snacks and nutritious home made meals such as Sheppard's pie or roast dinner. Appropriate systems are in place to obtain all the required information from parents to meet children''s individual needs, such as medical history and consent to obtain emergency medical treatment. The childminder describes how parents are kept up to date about their child''s care and learning through discussion and there is a suitable complaints procedure in place.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has positively addressed the recommendation raised at the previous inspection. She will ensure that her attendance register is maintained by recording details of children's attendance when she starts minding again. The childminder has accessed a range of training to ensure she has kept up to date with current legislation. This helps to promote outcomes for children and secure This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 continuous improvement.

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Compliance with registration requirements

The registered person continues 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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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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