Childminder in Sheffield

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 300322 Inspection date 27/03/2012 Inspector Karen Byfleet

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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 has been registered since 1988. She lives with her husband and one adult child. They live in a semi-detached house in Sheffield. The ground floor of the property is used for minding purposes with access to an upstairs bathroom. The back garden is available for outdoor play.

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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. She is registered to care for four children and there are currently three children on roll, all of whom are in the early years age group.

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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

The childminder recognises and values the uniqueness of each child that attends her setting. Children are happy and settled within the warm, welcoming and homely environment. The childminder has implemented effective procedures which she uses to monitor children's progress in their learning and development. Partnerships with parents are well established to ensure children's welfare needs are consistently met and all relevant information is shared regularly. All the required documentation is in place which ensures children are very well safeguarded. The childminder has not started to evaluate her provision to ensure any areas for further development are identified, monitored and maintained in order to help her further develop her service.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further a culture of reflective practice and self-evaluation to identify the strengths and priorities for development.

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the early years provision

Children are effectively safeguarded. The childminder has devised and implemented a written and comprehensive safeguarding policy and procedure. She shares this with all parents to ensure they are informed of her roles and responsibilities around safeguarding. Detailed and effective risk assessments are in place for the premises, toys and equipment and for all outings undertaken with the children. Children's safety is promoted well as the childminder has implemented an emergency evacuation plan which is practised with the children. When out walking, the childminder talks to the children about road safety and helps to raise their awareness of safety, both within the home and when outdoors. The premises are secure at all times, with the main door being kept locked whilst children are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 present.

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the early years provision

The environment is effectively organised and enables children to freely choose from the good range of age appropriate toys and resources. Children's art work is attractively displayed in the childminder's home and toys and games are regularly changed. The helps to ensure an equal and fully inclusive environment is provided, develops children's self-esteem and gives them a sense of belonging. The childminder effectively plans stimulating and enjoyable activities which enable her to observe and monitor the good progress that children are making in their learning and development.

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the early years provision

The childminder has not undertaken any self-evaluation of her provision or identified any areas for further improvements to ensure continuous improvement to her provision. Engagement with parents is good. The childminder ensures all parents have access to her written policies and procedures which helps them understand how her service operates. Information is exchanged verbally on a daily basis, ensuring they are well informed about their childs day with the childminder. All parents are offered settling in visits for their children. The childminder gathers information about the individual children, such as their likes, dislikes, and their starting points for her to move their learning on at an appropriate level. There are no children currently attending that attend any other provider. However, the childminder demonstrates a good awareness of the importance of partnership working to promote consistency and coherence in children's welfare and learning.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and settled within the childminder's home and they are making sound progress in their learning and development. The childminder fully interacts with the children in their freely chosen play and she is warm and caring towards them. The childminder has good knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and the six areas of learning. Children's interests and the next steps in their learning are identified through observations made of the children. She regularly undertakes observations of the children during their play and links these to the areas of learning.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy regular outings and visits to fun places within the local community. For example, they make regular visits to the local parks and playgroups. These types of outings provide many opportunities for children to socialise with other children and to see and learn about their local environment. Children enjoy exploring the natural world in the local park. They make use of climbing and balancing equipment, participate in ball games and grow their own plants from seeds.

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and outcomes for children

Children have continuous access to a good range of activities and toys which encourage and develop skills in all areas. For example, they explore various mediums in messy play activities, role play, sorting and matching, jigsaws, small world and physical toys. The childminder adapts all activities to ensure all children are able to participate. This ensures all children have equal access and that the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 provision is fully inclusive. Children's knowledge and understanding of the wider world is developing well as they have access to a good variety of books and resources which display positive images of diversity. These also inform them of different celebrations, race and cultures from around the world.

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and outcomes for children

Children's health and welfare are promoted well. They are provided with healthy balanced foods for snacks and meals. Drinks are available to all children throughout the day which ensures they remain hydrated. Children are encouraged to follow good hygiene procedures after nappy changes and before eating. The childminder promotes effective hygiene procedures through her good role modelling. 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 2 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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