Childminder in West Sussex

Inspection report for early years provision

p.1

Unique reference number EY343907 Inspection date 03/04/2012 Inspector Lynn Reeves

p.1

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.

p.1

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

p.2

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.

p.3

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).

p.3

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.

p.3

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.

p.3

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

p.3

Description of the childminding

The childminder registered in 2007. She lives with her husband and their three children in a property located in Emsworth, a Military Community on Thorney Island. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She may care for four children under the age of eight years; of these, two children may be in the early years age group. She is also registered to provide care for two children aged under eight years for overnight care. The childminder currently has no children on roll. Children have access to all areas of the home with toilet facilities on the ground floor. The fully enclosed rear garden is used for outdoor play. The property is close to schools, parks and shops. The family has two cats.

p.4

The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder shows a satisfactory awareness, through discussion, of safeguarding and understands her responsibility to refer any concerns to other agencies. The childminder is active in updating her training and keeping herself up to date with legislation. She has addressed the previous recommendation, which shows a satisfactory understanding of self-evaluation and driving improvement. There are written risk assessments in place and she demonstrates that she is fully aware of the required procedures to follow regarding accidents and administering medication. Fire precautions are maintained and the childminder has a planned evacuation procedure in place.

p.4

The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder describes how she promotes children's health and well-being by providing opportunities for physical play. She has a flexible approach to providing food and drink; she is aware of encouraging children to learn about good health through following regular routines for hygiene. Low storage units display a wide range of toys and play resources to support children's development across the six areas of learning.

p.4

The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has suitable resources to promote children's understanding of a multicultural society. The childminder has an open and inclusive attitude to childcare, and she describes how she is keen to build relationships with families to make sure she knows the individual needs of children. She demonstrates through documentation and discussion how she uses photographic evidence alongside daily diaries to share information with parents about the progress their children make. Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates that the methods used to manage behaviour help children gain a positive attitude towards others and she has systems in place to encourage children's good behaviour. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

p.4

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

p.5

Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are: Met

p.6

Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Met

p.6