Childminder in Wakefield

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY427889 Inspection date 23/04/2012 Inspector Paula Fretwell

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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 2011. She lives with her family in Ossett, near Wakefield. The whole ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding purposes and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. The childminder attends the local parent/toddler group.

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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. There are three children on roll in the early years age range.

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Description of the childminding

There are several steps up to the childminder's front and back doors, which may restrict access to someone with limited mobility.

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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 are busy and happy in the friendly, welcoming setting and their welfare, learning and development requirements are appropriately met. There are positive relationships with parents overall, with most necessary consent in place for aspects of their care. The childminder understands the importance of developing partnerships with others, where appropriate, to ensure children's individual needs are met. Space is used effectively and suitable resources are accessible to enable children to make satisfactory progress in their learning and development. The childminder has basic self-evaluation systems which illustrate the quality of the provision.

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further?

To meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 request parents' written permission to obtain emergency medical treatment or advice if necessary (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare). 23/04/2012

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further?

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

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further?

 improve the system for evaluating the quality of the provision, for example, by seeking the views of parents  seek ways to share children's progress with parents and encourage parents to regularly share information about their child's learning and development. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

The childminder has a suitable knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children and she is clear about the procedure to follow for dealing with any child protection concerns or allegations. Children are safe and secure through the childminder supervising them at all times and maintaining a safe environment for them to play. Children play freely and choose from a range of toys and resources stored within their reach. The childminder checks toys and play areas for hazards to ensure children play safely and risk assessments are in place to support the childminder's practice. Children learn how to keep themselves safe through effective discussion, such as when being encouraged to sit properly on their chairs.

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the early years provision

The childminder's friendly and caring interaction with the children satisfactorily promotes their learning and she has suitable knowledge of the learning and development requirements. Children engage in a range of activities relevant to their interests and their stages of development and the childminder understands their individual needs and sometimes limited attention spans. Children are fairly included in all activities and the childminder promotes equality and diversity through helping them to accept and respect the differences and needs of others.

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the early years provision

Most necessary written parental consent is in place for children's care, although, there is no prior written permission obtained for the childminder to seek emergency medical advice or treatment, if necessary. The childminder supports parents in their role and routine information is exchanged verbally on a daily basis. Children's individual development is recorded and parents are welcome to see these records at any time, although, they do not yet contribute with their own information. The childminder understands the need to develop links with others who have responsibility for the child, when this is relevant to children in her care. Systems are being developed to evaluate the practice, although parents' views are not routinely sought as part of this process.

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and outcomes for children

Children are settled and content in the childminder's care and learning through play and interaction with her in a relaxed atmosphere. There are plenty of opportunities for individual attention and the childminder divides her time up fairly between each child.

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and outcomes for children

There is an appropriate balance of child-initiated and adult-led activities to enable children to develop at their own pace. Children enjoy visiting local groups, such as the library and they socialise at times with other childminders' children. They enjoy plenty of fresh air opportunities in the childminder's garden, using a range of outdoor toys. When indoors, children choose what they would like to do. For example, they play with jigsaw puzzles and look at books. Children enjoy feeling different textures within the interactive books and the childminder helps them This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 learn new words, such as 'tickly' and 'soft'. Children have opportunities for mark making and the childminder helps them to recognise the different colours of the crayons and talk about what they are drawing. When watching television, children notice animals, such as a giraffe and they engage in conversation with the

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and outcomes for children

childminder, who explains that they have long necks. Children chatter on the telephone and enjoy imaginary conversations.

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and outcomes for children

Children's health is supported through effective practices and personal hygiene routines. Sufficient attention and discussion is offered to promote hand-hygiene and children enjoy washing their hands with the liquid soap. The childminder attends promptly to children if they need a tissue. Children enjoy healthy foods and the childminder works closely with parents to ensure their individual dietary needs are met. For example, they enjoy having a banana mid-morning and they sit together at the table. Children enjoy a drink whenever they feel thirsty and the childminder makes sure these are always available within easy reach.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a calm and patient approach when interacting with the children. There are simple house rules in place for children's safe conduct and behaviour. The childminder has a fair approach to managing children's behaviour and sensitive discussion about expected behaviour takes place as part of the routine. The childminder recognises that there are reasons why children may not behave as expected, such as when they feel tired. She distracts children promptly if unwanted behaviour occurs and diverts their attention to another activity. She encourages children to share and she is consistent in her approach to ensure children feel fairly treated. The childminder gives plenty of positive praise and encouragement which helps children feel good about themselves and a reward chart with stickers helps to motivate them. 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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