Childminder in Rotherham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 303180 Inspection date 28/03/2012 Inspector Alex Brouder

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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 was registered in 1992. She lives with her husband on the outskirts of Rotherham. Children have access to the playroom, lounge, kitchen and diner and garden at the rear of the property. Toileting facilities are on the ground floor.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register to provide care for three children in this age group and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register to provide care for six children aged under eight years overall. She is currently providing out of school hours care for two children over the early years age group and two children over eight years. At the time of this inspection there were no children on roll in the early years age group.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Through discussion and documentation, the childminder demonstrates some understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage to help children progress towards the early learning goals, although, she acknowledges that this is not strong. She obtains appropriate information from parents and carers about each child, in order to meet their individual needs and be able to plan a suitable learning environment to support their ongoing development. She discusses how she would support children's individual needs through play, but is not secure on how to link observations to the six areas of learning. She provides a range of activities, games and outings, which are beneficial to children's enjoyment and learning.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrated a secure understanding of what to do if she has any safeguarding concerns regarding a child in her care. She has completed training and a written policy, includes relevant information and contact details, for prompt referral to the appropriate agencies. Risk assessments are in place and areas are checked daily within the home and garden to ensure that areas children are able to access are free from obvious safety hazards. Consequently, the childminder's home is safe and secure. All of the required policies, to meet the welfare requirement of the Early Years Foundation Stage, are in place and dates show that these are reviewed at regular intervals.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Partnerships with parents, carers and other agencies are developed because the childminder understands how to share information appropriately to meet children's individual needs. Systems to manage children's behaviour are in place, supported by written rules for positive behaviour, which are displayed in the playroom children have access to. The childminder describes the variety of play activities she provides for younger children and how she ensures these meet with their interests to foster their learning and development.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder remains committed to improving her service. At the last inspection, the childminder was asked to complete three recommendations to improve the quality of care and the outcomes for children. Systems have been developed to ensure that any medication given to children is recorded in full and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 consent obtained from parents before this is administered. A fire blanket is sited in the kitchen and a fire plan has been developed to ensure that children know how to leave the setting in the event of an emergency. The childminder has developed her understanding of safeguarding children procedures and has attended training to enable her to act appropriately should she have any concerns for a child's welfare.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has given some consideration towards quality improvement processes through the completion of a self-evaluation form. She sets out basic details of what works well and where improvements can be made, in order to evaluate and plan for future improvements.

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Compliance with registration requirements

In order to continue to meet the requirements of registration, the registered person must take the following action by the specified date:

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Compliance with registration requirements

 develop systems to observe and assess children's achievements, interests and learning styles, using this information to identify learning priorities and to plan relevant and motivating learning experiences for all children, linking this to the six areas of learning (Educational programmes). 11/04/2012 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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