Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY435986 Inspection date 10/05/2012 Inspector Catherine Sharkey

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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 children aged 15 months and five years in Woodthorpe, Nottinghamshire. The whole of the ground floor and the first floor bedroom is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder is able to take and collect children from a local school and pre-school.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than two may be in the early years age range. She is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is currently minding one child on a part time basis. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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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 making good progress in their learning as the childminder has a thorough knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are extremely well safeguarded in her care through the implementation of robust policies and vigilant supervision. Partnerships with parents are good and they are involved in their children's learning through the sharing of information on their progress and development. This means that the needs of all children are met well. The childminder carries out some evaluation of her provision but does not yet access regular training in order to maintain effective continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 take steps to further self-evaluation and training in order to strive for continuous improvement in provision.

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the early years provision

The childminder gives a very high priority to safeguarding and child protection and has very detailed and effective policies. The premises are safe and secure and parents have a password in the event of anyone else needing to collect their child. Children are safe on outings as detailed risk assessments and the childminder's awareness of potential dangers ensures their safety. Parental consents for medical treatment and outings are in place and the emergency evacuation procedure is practised regularly. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 A wide range of good quality, exciting resources is used effectively to promote the early learning goals. Children enjoy using colourful toys appropriate for their ages and access these easily as they are set out at floor level. Sit and ride toys, balls, large equipment, such as a slide, swing, trampoline and climbing frame are used

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the early years provision

well in the garden. The house and garden are well organised for all activities.

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the early years provision

The childminder evaluates some activities and adapts them accordingly. She has access to the local early years team if she needs advice on provision but she has not yet taken steps to continue with ongoing professional development. The childminder keeps up to date with current practice through the National Childminding Association and shares information with other childminders at a toddler group. She has not yet cared for any children with special educational needs and/or disabilities but is receptive to working with parents and other professionals where necessary and would undertake any required training to fully support children's individual needs.

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the early years provision

Partnerships with parents are good and they show they are very happy with the provision through filling in a questionnaire. Information is shared on the children's routines, diet and stage of development when they first start and on an ongoing basis. A daily diary is shown to parents so they know the content of their child's day and they are invited to contribute to the 'All About Me' books in which children's progress is recorded. Parents tell the childminder about children's progress and interests at home which means they are involved in their learning. They stay with their child as long as they wish for an initial settling in period until the child feels secure.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder plans activities with each child's interests and stage of development in mind. She records observations in relation to the early learning goals and plans the child's next steps as a result so that they build on their learning. She develops their language and vocabulary well, naming objects and encouraging children to repeat what she says. Children are beginning to use some familiar words and communicate by pointing or trying to say words. They enjoy exploring an exciting range of textures in the sand and water play or with cornflour and water, collage and finger painting. Children try to join in with songs and rhymes and play percussion instruments. They develop their physical skills well through their use of the large equipment at the park and in the garden. Children are finding out about nature and the world around them through their regular outings to the park to see the ducks and at their toddler groups. They grow

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and outcomes for children

sunflowers, dig in the soil and explore an extensive range of objects in the treasure baskets and boxes. Children also learn shapes and colours as they play with many puzzles, small world toys and books appropriate for their ages. They are developing their technological skills well through their use of exciting push button toys that produce sounds and music.

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and outcomes for children

Children are provided with healthy food and snacks, such as, fresh or dried fruit, This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 cereals and fruit bread. They have milk, water or juice throughout the day and sleep when they need to. The childminder observes hygienic nappy changing practice and wipes children's hands before and after meals or messy play. Children have fresh air and exercise each day and effective policies are in place to stop the spread of infection. Accident and medical records are well kept and there is a well- stocked first aid box.

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and outcomes for children

Children show they feel safe as they happily have their bottles then fall asleep on the childminder's lap. They smile and laugh during their activities and enjoy playing with the childminder. They sometimes have a cuddle on her lap and are confident in pointing to things they want. Children are very settled and happy in the homely environment.

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and outcomes for children

There are good relationships between the children and the childminder and behaviour is very good. She teaches them to have good manners and children are beginning to be aware of each other's needs. For example, when one child needs his comfort blanket, the other finds it and gives it to him. Children play well alongside each other and are encouraged to share the toys. They show delight when they try to catch the bubbles and feel them as they burst. Children are praised and are pleased with themselves when they decorate butterflies with finger paints. They are engaged in their play and are gentle with each other. Diversity and other cultures are reflected in the resources and books so that children are becoming aware of these. 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 1 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 1 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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