Childminder in WorcestershireOfsted inspection, 19 Mar 2012

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY272802 Inspection date 19/03/2012 Inspector Adelaide Griffith

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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 2003. She lives with her husband and two children aged 14 and nine years. The whole of the ground floor except for the lounge is used for childminding. There is an enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder is able to take and collect children from local schools and pre-schools. The family has a dog.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. There is currently one child attending who is within the Early Years Foundation Stage and attends on a part-time basis. The childminder also offers care to children aged over five years. She is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. She is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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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

On the whole children are making appropriate progress in their learning and development. Overall, children's welfare needs are addressed effectively and they are comfortable in the childminder's home. The relationship with parents generally supports children's individual needs and the childminder is informed about the importance of working with other providers. Since the last inspection the childminder has made some changes that contribute positively to children's well- being. She has plans to develop her provision further to achieve more benefits for the children and their families.

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further?

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

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further?

 analyse observations to help plan 'what next' for children's learning  document children's learning through photos and words and use these to talk to children and parents about the learning that has taken place  carry out regular evacuation drills and record details in a fire log book of any problems encountered and how they were resolved.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of her responsibility to protect children and has devised a policy which is shared with parents. A wide range of procedures ensures that children's welfare is effectively addressed. For example, risk assessments include the indoor and outside space. Fire safety checks are carried out but the childminder has not practised a fire drill with children to This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 develop their understanding of the actions to take in the event of an emergency. This also means that the effectiveness of the fire evacuation procedure is not monitored accordingly.

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the early years provision

The childminder has established a positive relationship with parents and communicates daily about activities and their experiences. When children first start she obtains information about what they can do. She shares strategies to promote aspects of their development, for instance, their walking skills. However, she has not yet addressed arrangements to share information about children's progress. The childminder understands the importance of sharing information with other early years providers to maintain continuity in children's learning and development.

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the early years provision

The process of self-evaluation is developing because the childminder has attended several courses and is currently undertaking a degree. As a result she believes that her growing skills will support the promotion of children's learning and development more effectively. Accessible resources include some of other cultures and different skin tones which helps children develop an understanding of the wider world. The childminder has plans to take children to playgroups where they can mix with peers from diverse backgrounds. She demonstrates appropriate capacity to maintain continuous improvement by addressing the recommendation from the last inspection satisfactorily.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy at the childminder's and demonstrate that they feel at ease as they smile frequently during their interaction with adults. Their language skills are growing because the childminder talks to them constantly. Consequently, they babble freely and respond consistently to requests. For example, they practise mark making when invited by the childminder to join in with the activity. They use chunky crayons with appropriate control and point to resources they wish to play with. Children learn to keep themselves safe because the childminder helps them to climb on to chairs and explains how it should be done.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder joins in with play and strives to provide a variety of activities that promote all areas of learning. For instance, she encourages children to press buttons on telephones to make calls and also introduces books to promote an appreciation of print. The childminder carries out observations of children's learning. However, the links with the Early Years Foundation Stage are not sufficiently secure and the systematic planning for the next step in learning is not consistently implemented. A learning journey is not available to encourage parents to contribute to their child's progress. Consequently, opportunities to maximise children's learning are not always explored effectively.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder provides a welcoming environment where children's care needs are addressed competently. They run around freely in the spacious room and benefit from outside activities. The childminder ensures that packed lunches are appropriately stored until they are served and children are encouraged to drink regularly. They sleep according to their established pattern and enjoy quiet This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 activities with the childminder. They demonstrate a sense of security by calling to the childminder when she leaves the room to dispose of nappies. Children are well behaved because the childminder uses frequent praise and age-appropriate methods to manage behaviour. Children are developing appropriate skills for the future as they progress towards the early learning goals. 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 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 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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