Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY259384 Inspection date 27/09/2011 Inspector Angela Hufton

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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 2003 and lives with her husband and their two adult children in the Ashfield suburb of Kirkby. Local amenities and various schools are within close proximity to the premises. The whole ground floor and first floor bathroom is used for childminding purposes. There is an enclosed back garden available. The family has two cats as pets.

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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 may care for six children under eight at any one time, of whom three may be early years children. There are six children on roll. Of these two are in the early years and two are under eight. The childminder walks to take and collect children from school.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder attends a local toddler group on a weekly basis and is a member of the National Childminding Association. She works with her son as an assistant on occassions and may increase the numbers of children cared for to 12 under eight, of whom six may be in the early years. The childminder proivdes care all year round.

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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's welfare and developmental needs are generally met effectively. The childminder has a good awareness of each child's individuality and of how to support the inclusion of all children, so helping to ensure that they enjoy their time with her. She shows a willing commitment to review and develop her existing childcare practices through self-evaluation and continued attendance at relevant training. As a result, improvements are generally well targeted in addressing any weaknesses and in identifying priorities for further development.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure a daily record of the names of the children looked after on the premises and their hours of attendance are accurately maintained (Documentation). 11/10/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 use observations more consistently to plan for individual children and match the observations to the expectations of the early learning goals  extend the use of self-evaluation to more clearly identify priorities for This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 development to bring about improved outcomes for children.

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the early years provision

Childminding is generally well organised to underpin children's care and learning. The childminder has a clear understanding of her responsibility to implement agreed procedures in the event of any child protection concerns in order to safeguard children from abuse. Policies and procedures are generally comprehensive and specific to the setting, so helping to underpin arrangements for children's care effectively. However, records of children's daily hours of attendance are not accurately maintained as required in regulations. There are good arrangements to work with parents and other relevant agencies. Clear and comprehensive written information supplements informal discussion and use of written agreements with new parents. This helps to establish a good shared understanding of care and business arrangements. The childminder works closely with parents to ensure that relevant information about children's needs,

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the early years provision

preferences and experiences is shared. She is developing effective arrangements to share information about children's progress and the next steps in their learning with parents and with other early years providers which children attend. Consequently, this helps to promote continuity, consistency and progress in their care and learning.

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the early years provision

The childminder has recently begun to review her practice and identify relevant local training courses to help update her understanding of early years issues. This is at an early stage and yet to fully support improved outcomes for children. Effective risk assessments are in place for the premises, equipment and for outings undertaken with the children. These are reviewed regularly to ensure they remain valid and consistent. Effective safety measures are in place with regard to the premises, ensuring children are safe. For example, doors are kept locked and the rear garden is safely enclosed. An emergency evacuation plan is in place which is practised with the children, helping to raise their awareness of safety. The childminder provides a varied and balanced diet of healthy snacks, and children know and follow hygiene routines. For example, young children know to wash their hands after using the bathroom with no prompting from the childminder. All

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the early years provision

required written permissions are in place for the childminder to administer medication and seek any necessary medical advice or treatment, enhancing children's well-being.

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and outcomes for children

Children are very happy, settled and confident in the childminder's home and they are making good progress in their learning and development. The childminder interacts and engages very well with the children in their freely chosen play. She is warm and caring towards them. The environment is well organised to ensures children are able to independently access toys and resources, helping to raise their sense of belonging and self-esteem. For example, toys are stored in boxes at child This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 height and the childminder frequently changes the toys to maintain children's interest. There is a good balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities. For example, when children decide to turn the dining table into a den, the childminder obliges and eagerly joins in with their role play and provides a blanket to make the den. The childminder is proactive in taking advantage of spontaneous events, such

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and outcomes for children

as a spider on the window, and the childminder uses a glove puppet to support singing 'Incy, Wincy Spider'.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy regular outings and weekly visits to toddler groups. The childminder also plans outings to soft play centres where children can access a wider range of large equipment to help with their development of climbing and balancing. Children's welfare and safety is fully supported. They feel safe within the childminder's home as they confidently approach her and they are developing independence as they make choices. The childminder has a current and valid first aid certificate. Her detailed and clear policies which are in place and her understanding of the effective procedures, ensure children are well cared for if they fall ill or have minor accidents. Children's health is further supported through the healthy foods and drinks which are available to children throughout the day. Children are developing an effective awareness of their own personal hygiene as they know and follow hygiene procedures, such as washing their hands after using

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and outcomes for children

the bathroom, enthusiastically singing 'splish spolsh, splash'.

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and outcomes for children

Children's development in all the six areas of learning is promoted well. They have regular access to activities that encourage and develop their skills, such as problem-solving and communication. For example, they enjoy joining in a favourite story about a bear hunt, with the childminder skilfully supporting their developing language and recall of the story. All children have fun playing with the small world toys and using their imagination as they turn one toy or piece of equipment into something else. They participate in craft and creative activities, such as painting, mark-making and collage. The children are cooperative and play well together, forming strong relationships with each other. The childminder carries out observations and assessments and is beginning to link these back to planning to support children's progress. 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 2 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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified for the early years section of the report(Records to be kept). 11/10/2011

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified for the early years section of the report(Records to be kept). 11/10/2011

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