Childminder in Hampshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY435195 Inspection date 26/03/2012 Inspector Julie Biddle

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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 2011. She lives with her partner and three children in the London Borough of Hillingdon. Children have access to the main living room and playroom for childminding purposes. There is a secure garden for outdoor play. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children at any one time, of whom two may be in the early years age range. She is also registered to care for one child overnight. There are currently two children in the early years on roll.

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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.

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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 well settled and good systems are in place to ensure that all children's individual needs are well met. In general, the children make good progress in their learning and development. Good partnerships between the childminder and parents mean the individual needs of the children are met. The childminder has implemented an effective system to self-evaluate her setting and demonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the mathematical environment, enabling children to discover things about numbers, counting and calculating through practical situations.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a secure understanding of safeguarding children procedures. This means she can take prompt action, should she have any concerns about a child in her care. The childminder has devised written policies and procedures that underpin her work with children and childminding service. Children are relaxed in the home, as the childminder places high priority on safety. She has, for example practised evacuation of the home with the children. The childminder ensures all safety measures are in place and has completed written risk assessments for the home and outings. Children are encouraged to further develop an awareness of their own safety, when out with the childminder. Through discussion and good practice, she makes the children aware of road safety, keeping safe when they are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 walking in the community.

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the early years provision

The childminder is committed to continuous improvement and has completed the required training since her registration. The childminder is able to recognise her own strengths and weakness, and she considers how she will continue to improve her practice. The childminder makes use of parent's questionnaires to make certain the views of service users are considered in the process of self evaluation.

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the early years provision

The environment is well resourced and utilised to its full potential to provide children with choices about where and what they wish to play with. Children have access to a wealth of good quality toys and resources. The carefully considered use of the resources completely supports the children's learning and development. The planning of activities is flexible and develops through the individual interests and play preferences of the children. This ensures that children benefit from a good balance of child-initiated and adult-led activities.

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the early years provision

The childminder works extremely well in partnership with parents. She places great importance on ensuring that parents develop a sense of belonging to the setting and have a say in the care and well-being of their children. She seeks parental opinions and input on a regular basis, to enable her to monitor and develop the service provided. Parents speak highly of the childminder, and are particularly pleased with how happy and settled their children are.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a clear system in place to gather information from parents regarding children's individual needs from the onset and effective settling-in arrangements ensure children are happy to be left with the childminder. There are currently no children on roll who attend other settings, or need support from other agencies. However, the childminder is aware of the need to work in partnership with any other settings if the need arises.

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the early years provision

The childminder provides an inclusive learning environment, where all children are treated with respect and kindness. She ensures the learning environment is available and accessible to all children, meaning they all have an equal chance to learn and develop. Children's individuality is recognised and nurtured by the childminder. She knows them well and has a good knowledge of their individual needs and requirements.

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and outcomes for children

Children are cared for in a happy, welcoming and stimulating environment, where they are encouraged to be independent learners. The childminder's knowledge of each child means their individual progress is consistently good in relation to their starting points. The childminder teaches the children to share and to be kind to each other. She encourages children to feel good about themselves by always praising them when they achieve. The childminder has good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage; as a result, children are very well cared for and effectively supported. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 She plans a range of interesting activities and regularly carries out observations on the children's progress. Information is well presented in individual files and shared with parents to ensure they are fully informed of their child's progress and

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and outcomes for children

Children have formed positive happy relationships with the childminder and are relaxed and settled. This enables them to make good progress in their personal, social and emotional development. The children are particularly delighted when the childminder sings with them. There are lots of smiles as the children recognise the song. Children are keen to join in the activities; for example, they enjoy using toys with buttons to press that make noises. The interaction between the childminder and children is lovely. The childminder provides a constant commentary to the children, encouraging their emerging language skills. Children develop their simple problem solving skills using shape sorters; however, this area of learning is not yet fully developed. Children enjoy developing their creative skills through a range of activities, such as hand printing.

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and outcomes for children

Children also benefit from a variety of activities outside the childminder's home. They frequently go for walks around the local community and attend the local soft play areas, parks and the garden centre. Children enjoy using the swings in the park and looking at the fish in the garden centre. Activities in the soft play area contribute to children's feeling of self-confidence.

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and outcomes for children

Through activities and daily routines, children become aware of good hygiene practices. Children are well cared for if they have an accident and there are effective procedures in place to protect them from illness and infection. Children develop their physical skills through a range of outdoor activities. They have access to the garden on a regular basis, where they benefit from a good range of toys and equipment, which helps to foster their good health. 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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