Setting EY436748

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY436748 Inspection date 18/04/2012 Inspector Karen Prager

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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 registered in October 2011. She lives in a two-bedroom house in the Hesters Way area of Cheltenham and shares her home with her husband and their grandchild. The whole house is used for childminding, with main care taking place on the ground floor. There is an enclosed garden for outside play. The home is within walking distance of several primary schools and a playgroup.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to provide care for a maximum of six children under eight years of age, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. There is currently one child on roll in the early years age group. The childminder has completed a National Vocational Qualification at level 2 in Children's Care, Learning and Development.

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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

Children's individual needs are suitably met by a supportive and caring childminder. She is developing confidence in observing the children as they play and is building skills in assessing their progress and planning for their individual learning. This is having some success in supporting children's learning and they are making satisfactory progress towards the early learning goals. Children are kept sufficiently safe. However, resources are not always clean or easily accessible to children. There is a satisfactory partnership with parents. The childminder has started to evaluate her practice, demonstrating a suitable capacity to maintain continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve the indoor environment so it contains resources that are appropriate, well maintained and accessible for all children  improve the use of assessment to plan the next steps in a child's developmental progress and regularly review this approach.

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the early years provision

The childminder understands the need to keep children safe at all times. She has a secure understanding of child protection issues and is familiar with the procedures to follow should a concern arise. Documentation required for the safe and efficient This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 management of the provision is clear, well maintained and easily accessible. Written policies and procedures are in place to underpin the childminder's practice and they are shared with parents so they are clear about the childminder's role and responsibilities. The childminder keeps a clear record of the risk assessments that she carries out and holds an appropriate first aid certificate.

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the early years provision

This is the first inspection since the childminder's registration. She considers what she does well and what she needs to improve. She has correctly identified the benefits of completing more training to develop her knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. She shows drive and ambition to improve her knowledge and enhance outcomes for children.

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the early years provision

The childminder has arranged her home to be generally welcoming to all children and their families. Essential information, such as the certificates of registration and insurance are on display. Children play in a suitably safe play environment. Most hygiene measures are effective. The childminder cleans the toys regularly, keeps kitchen surfaces suitably clean and the living room floor is cleaned daily. However, other low surfaces in easy reach of children are not always kept clean. This does not fully promote children's good health. The childminder puts suitable toys within reach of children who have limited mobility, though resources are generally not stored in a way that allows children to freely explore them and make choices in their play.

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the early years provision

Equality and diversity are promoted appropriately. The childminder makes sure children have equal access to the experiences and activities that she offers and plans activities that help them to learn to value people's differences. The childminder has built positive relationships with parents who say that they are pleased with the care their children receive. She shares information with them about the service she offers, before the children start attending and she welcomes their views. The childminder keeps a daily record of care and this is shared with parents and regularly talks with parents so that they remain informed about their child's care and general development. At present, children do not attend other settings. However, the childminder has a clear understanding of the benefits of sharing information so that children receive co-ordinated support for their development.

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and outcomes for children

Children settle well with the childminder and demonstrate that they feel secure in her care. They are confident, smiling readily at people who are unfamiliar and other family members. The childminder comes to know the children well through talking with their parents and observing them as they play. The childminder carries out regular observations and some assessments of the children's progress. She has started to plan some suitable activities that suit children's stages of development. She is not however using assessment fully to identify and plan for the next steps in children's individual development across all six areas of learning. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder sits on the floor and actively supports children in their play. She shows babies how to bang bricks together, developing coordination and notes when they do this, un-prompted for the first time. Children explore the feel of toys

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and outcomes for children

with their mouth and slowly shuffle around the room, starting to explore the living space. Children recognise that the childminder is a key person in their life. They turn to her for support as they move around the floor. She holds their hands as they pull to a standing position, developing strength in their arms and legs. Children enjoy musical activities. They come to recognise songs and join with other children as they 'row the boat'. Children show that they are keen to engage with others. They jiggle their legs in excitement as they play ball together. The childminder encourages children to take turn rolling the ball, and she gently reminds them not to throw the ball in case something gets broken. This gentle approach to behaviour management keeps children safe and supports them well in learning about how to behave.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder ensures babies are wrapped up warm before going outside. They benefit from the fresh air and shelter from the rain with the childminder as they watch older children play on the patio. Children benefit from daily outings. They are supported in using the swing and slide in a local park and visit the childminder's friends where they enjoy watching her cat. Though generally quiet, the children are beginning to develop early language. The childminder supports this through talking with the children about what is going on around them. She encourages their first words as they wave good-bye. Children mostly eat food supplied by parents with the childminder providing additional snacks. Overall, the experiences available to children help them to develop appropriate skills needed for their future learning and development. 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 3 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 3 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 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 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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