Childminder in Wiltshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY436545 Inspection date 18/04/2012 Inspector Beverley Blackburn

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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 was registered in 2011. She lives with her partner and one child aged three, close to shops, parks, schools and public transport links. The whole of the childminder's home is used for childminding. There is access to an enclosed rear garden 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 a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, no more than two of which may be in the early years age range. There are currently three children on roll, of these; two 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

Children are cared for in a welcoming, bright, secure and homely environment. They are happy and relaxed, and their individual needs are well met. The home is well organised to enable children to choose from a range of attractive resources. This enables them to be actively engaged in interesting play activities. The childminder promotes the welfare of the children well. Because of her good partnership with the parents, she is able to met children's learning and welfare needs effectively. Overall, her skilful reflections on her provision ensure ongoing improvements to the benefit of children in her care.

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further?

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

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further?

 create opportunities to practise the evacuation procedure with the children, in order to be able to vacate the premises quickly and safely in the event of a fire  increase the range of outdoor resources according to age and stage of the children's development.

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the early years provision

The organisation of the childminder's service is effective. She ensures children are safeguarded well by her sound grasp of safeguarding children issues. She is aware of the appropriate agencies to contact, and the procedures to follow should she have any concerns about the welfare of a child in her care. The childminder is effective at risk assessing both her home and any outings she takes the children on. She provides a safe and secure environment for the children in her care. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 However, the evacuation procedure is not practised because she started childminding recently. The childminder has all the required policies and procedures in place to help keep children protected and supported, which she implements effectively. Overall, she takes robust steps to safeguard children.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good relationship with the parents, with clear two-way communication between them. She places great importance on gathering and sharing information and keeping them well informed about their child's achievement, well-being and development. The feedback from the parents is very positive; they are very happy with the care and education their children are receiving.

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the early years provision

The childminder shows commitment to promoting an understanding of equality and diversity. She has a good range of resources to promote diversity and a good understanding of how to meet the individual needs of all the children in her care. Resources are used efficiently and effectively to meet the needs of all the children. The childminder adapts these as required to meet children's needs. Generally, the resources available are suited to the age and stage of the children currently in her care. There are plans in place to increase the range of outdoor resources. Currently, the childminder does not care for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Therefore, she does not have contact with other agencies. She is aware of the importance of working in partnership with other professionals or settings if it is required.

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the early years provision

The childminder has evaluated her provision and thinks about how she can improve the outcomes for the children in her care. She shows a positive approach to improving her provision in the longer term.

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and outcomes for children

Children are cared for in a homely and welcoming environment. They settle well with the childminder. Babies are able to explore their environment safely, and crawl from one room to the next with support from the childminder. Children's learning is supported well through a good range of activities and resources. Babies and younger children have the opportunity to experience and enjoy messy play. They also experience the feel and texture of different materials such as feathers, pine cones or soft toys.

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and outcomes for children

Children are becoming active, inquisitive and independent learners and are making decisions in their play. The children benefit from the childminder's positive approach and her interaction and involvement in their play. She encourages children's language as they talk together throughout the day about what they are doing. She helps the younger children to learn new words and build their vocabulary by reading them stories and singing songs. Babies are beginning to develop their early fundamental skills and actively explore their surroundings with curiosity and interest. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and shows a real insight into how children learn. This, she demonstrates in the observation and assessment records she makes, and the learning journals she is beginning to keep on each child. Photographic evidence

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and outcomes for children

shows the different activities the children participate in. She uses these observations well to plan children's next steps. Overall, planning is informative and effective.

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and outcomes for children

Children benefit from a range of healthy and nutritious meals and snacks, including plenty of fruit and vegetables, which they enjoy. The childminder talks to parents and children to ensure she can accommodate their wishes and any special diets. She sits with the children at the table for meals and encourages good social skills. The children enjoy listening to music while they eat; this relaxing time encourages them to eat well and encourage them to try new tastes. Children have access to drinks throughout the day.

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and outcomes for children

Children are praised and encouraged, are learning to take turns, share and to build their self-esteem and confidence. The childminder has a calm, friendly manner and is a positive role model. The childminder has good strategies in place to manage children's behaviour, such as distraction. The childminder supports children to learn and develop in a safe environment. 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 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 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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