Pawson, Deborah Gloria

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY437657 Inspection date 09/05/2012 Inspector Jacqui West

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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

Children only attend this setting before and/or after the school day and/or during the school holidays. The judgements in this report reflect the quality of early years provision offered to children during those periods.

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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 husband and three children aged 10 years in the residential area of Hebburn in South Tyneside. The whole of the premise is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed outdoor area. The childminder cares for children each weekday from 7.30am to 6pm for 48 weeks of the year.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age group. She also offers care to children aged over eight years. There are currently two children on roll in the early years age group. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder collects children from the local school and attends toddler groups on a regular basis.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is outstanding.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children thoroughly enjoy their time in this exceptionally welcoming and inclusive setting where their individual developmental needs are extremely well met. Children are recognised as individuals, their care and welfare are given high priority. The childminder's extremely caring and supportive relationships with the children as well as her extensive knowledge of childcare underpin the excellent progress they make in their learning and development. Partnerships with parents are good. Self-evaluation procedures are highly effective and clearly identify areas for improvement; this ensures continuous improvement is effectively maintained.

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further?

To further improve the high quality early years provision the registered person should consider:

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further?

 developing further systems to involve parents and carers as part of the ongoing observation and assessment process, with particular regard to children's learning journeys.

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the early years provision

Children are exceptionally well protected. The childminder has attended recent training and demonstrates an excellent knowledge and understanding of her role and responsibility with regard to safeguarding issues. This is supported by a detailed written policy. The childminder provides very good levels of supervision so children take appropriate risks as part of their development, for example, as they This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 explore the slide at playgroup. Children's safety is significantly enhanced with regular risk assessments and thorough daily safety checks of the premises and for any outings. The childminder's commitment to her professional development is outstanding. She is fully motivated and committed to developing her practice to promote outcomes for children. She has shown a commitment to training, such as food hygiene and safeguarding and developed a detailed resource file to support

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the early years provision

her daily practices. This has had a significant impact on her knowledge, and therefore, on the service she provides. The available space is well organised. There is a broad and balanced selection of resources, which are used effectively to enable children to progress exceptionally well. The childminder uses many of the local facilities and resources to complement those within the home; she regularly attends play groups and local parks.

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the early years provision

Good relationships have been developed with parents and carers. An effective induction period, including visits to the child's home, enables children to quickly settle into the new environment. Information is shared on a daily basis with parents through discussions and with the use of written daily sheets. Parents are provided with information with regard to their child's learning and development, such as a monthly report sheet linked to the areas of learning. Detailed daily discussions enable learning to continue at home. However, systems to fully involve parents with the recording of children's assessments are not yet fully developed. There are currently no children attending who access care and education in more than one setting. However, the childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the benefits of sharing relevant information with other practitioners to ensure continuity and cohesion.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder demonstrates a very good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She provides children with a rich, stimulating range of activities that fully supports their skills in each of the areas of learning. She fully interacts with the children on their level and makes skilful use of open-ended questions to encourage children to think, such as 'what could happen if we don't tidy these toys away?' An excellent balance of child-initiated and adult-led experiences ensures appropriate challenge for their age and stage of development. The childminder is an outstanding role model; she has created a caring and welcoming environment. Consequently, children are very well behaved, happy and secure as a result of the childminder's ongoing praise and support. Children have excellent opportunities to socialise with others as they attend toddler groups and enjoy trips in the local community, such as the farm. Their communication skills flourish through various

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and outcomes for children

purposeful activities including songs and rhymes and the use of musical activities. Children gain confidence as they identify colours and shapes in their play, such as 'the broccoli is green'. A variety of fun, creative activities promote children's self- expression and give them opportunities to explore their senses. An example of this is where they use a range of fruit to make smoothies. Children have very good opportunities to learn about the environment, they take real pride as they grow and care for plants from seed. Children develop their skills for the future as the childminder encourages them to identify the different parts of the computer, This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 including the mouse to create pictures. Children develop a sensitive awareness of diversity and an understanding of the needs of others. This is achieved through a range of activities and resources, which promote a positive outlook of the wider

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and outcomes for children

The childminder demonstrates an exceptional understanding of the children's individual needs. The placement is relatively new, however, the childminder has developed excellent systems to get to know the children. She values spending time interacting with them. She plans activities imaginatively to capture children's interest and encourage progress in each of the areas of learning. Children have individual files, which include observations and photographs linked to the areas of learning.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder is fully committed to ensuring all children's welfare needs are exceptionally well met. She works extremely hard to help children develop an interest in new foods to promote healthy lifestyles. For example, they use their senses to explore with a range of fruit and vegetables. Children are provided with rich, purposeful opportunities to develop their physical skills an example of this is where, children record on a 'get active' reward chart the physical skills they have taken part in, such as jumping, skipping, hopping, walking and running. This contributes towards their good health as they gain increasing control over their bodies. Children receive ongoing support from the childminder so they feel safe, valued and secure. They develop their knowledge of safety, for example, they practise the green cross code. They demonstrate their feeling of being safe as they approach the childminder for reassurance and she responds towards them with

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and outcomes for children

patience and care. All the written documentation with regards to promoting outstanding health are in place and very well organised. These positively safeguard children's well-being. 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 1 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 1 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 1

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 1 The extent to which children feel safe 1 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 1 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 1 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 1

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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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