Childminder in North Lincolnshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY227069 Inspection date 28/03/2012 Inspector Beverly A Kemp-Russell

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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 2002. She lives with her husband and two children aged two and 15 years in Brigg, North Lincolnshire. The ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside 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 to care for a maximum of six children at any one time, of these no more than three may be in the early years age range. She is a member of the National Childminding Association. 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

The childminder demonstrates through discussion and documentation, that she has an appropriate knowledge and understanding of the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage legal requirements. She describes how she uses effective practices to help ensure that children are safe and risks are minimised. This includes regularly risk assessing the home and garden. The childminder has public liability insurance in place and holds a current first aid certificate.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of her responsibility to safeguard children and the procedures she would follow in the event of concerns about a child's well-being. Suitable safeguarding and complaints policies are in place and the childminder states that all parents receive a copy of these at registration. The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how she will make sure the everyday care and welfare routines of children are met. She will obtain information from parents about children's likes, dislikes and interests so that she can meet their individual needs. She plans to promote a healthy lifestyle through the provision of regular exercise, fresh air and healthy eating.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder explains how she provides a welcoming and inclusive environment for the children and their families. She states that she has resources that positively reflect diversity and in the past has planned activities around different festivals such as Chinese New Year. The childminder's explains how her toys and resources are easily accessible to children both indoors and outside. She demonstrates that she understands the importance of providing children with a wide range of play activities and experiences.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder recognises her strengths and has addressed the recommendations raised at her previous inspection to help promote the outcomes for children. She is a qualified nursery nurse and has attended many relevant training courses to further demonstrate her capacity for improvement. This helps her to keep her knowledge and skills up-to-date and includes safeguarding, first aid and food safety. She demonstrates through discussion that she is aware of the importance of working with parents and other providers in order to support and meet children's care and learning needs. The childminder demonstrates through discussion and documentation that she is aware of the documents, permissions This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and policies she needs to have in place and maintain in order to safeguard children and promote their well-being.

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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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