Childminder in WarwickshireOfsted inspection, 14 May 2012

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY436614 Inspection date 14/05/2012 Inspector Aileen Finan

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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 registered in 2011. She lives with her husband and son aged 18 months in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. Their three-bedroom home is close to local amenities, schools and nurseries. 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 five children under eight years of age at any one time; of these, two children may be in the early years age group. She is also registered to provide overnight care for one child under eight years of age. The childminder currently has four children on roll in the early years age group, who are cared for on a full and part-time basis. She is happy to take/collect from local schools and nurseries.

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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

The childminder provides a welcoming environment for children and their parents. Her rigorous policies, procedures and risk assessments help to keep children safe and healthy. However, the childminder has not sought parental consent to seek treatment and/or advice for children in an emergency and this is a requirement of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. The childminder demonstrates an effective understanding of how children learn and uses this knowledge to assess and support their development. Overall, there are positive relationships with parents, although as yet, no formal systems to share children's progress have been implemented. Children enjoy a wide range of activities that support most aspects of their learning well. Consequently, they are making good progress in their development. The childminder demonstrates a strong capacity for ongoing improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 request parental permission at the time of a child's admission to seek any emergency medical advice or treatment (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare). 31/05/2012

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further?

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

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further?

 share children's progress with parents to help inform of children's next steps and support parents in complementing learning activities at home This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  enhance children's understanding of numbers, colours and shapes and extend their confidence in language and communication through everyday play experiences.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a commitment to children's safety. She has completed robust risk assessments on her home and garden, which identify any hazards or potential risks to children. The childminder also completes risk assessments for when children are on outings. Parents are aware of the clear and concise policies and procedures which support children's safety, health and well- being. Children's records, accident and medication procedures and documentation for recording their daily attendance are appropriately completed. However, the childminder has not sought parental written consent for seeking treatment and/or advice for children in times of emergency. This is a requirement of the Early Years Foundation Stage, but as the childminder clearly states these procedures in her accident policy, the breach of requirement does not impact negatively on children. The childminder is fully aware of her responsibilities to identify any child at risk of

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the early years provision

harm and how to liaise with the appropriate child agencies.

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the early years provision

The childminder has recently taken on a child who also attends another provision. She is aware of the need to provide consistency in children's learning and has already established partnerships with the setting. These partnerships have enabled her to consider how she will support children's learning further and complement the activities enjoyed through these partnerships. Relationships with parents are positive. Parents receive up-to-date and timely information about their children's welfare and development through daily diaries and discussions. The childminder understands children's needs well. Through effective discussions with parents, she learns of their routines, interests, likes and dislikes and development so far. She promotes equality and diversity effectively. The childminder has set in place good procedures to observe and plan for children and securely demonstrates their progress through individual development records. However, to date she has not

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the early years provision

yet fully considered how best to share children's progress with parents on a more formal basis and how to provide parents with further information about the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, in order to complement children's learning at home.

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the early years provision

The childminder has effectively started to evaluate her provision of care. Consequently, she is able to identify her strengths, as well as planning for and appropriately targeting her future improvement. The childminder is motivated, enthusiastic and demonstrates a strong capacity for her continued development. Her strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stages and warm and caring demeanour result in good outcomes for children. Children enjoy a wide range of good quality toys and resources which are easily accessible easily. These resources are appropriate to their ages and stage of development and contribute to children's ongoing development. The childminder deploys her time well, so that children all enjoy their time in her care. The childminder plans activities effectively, both indoors and away from the home, in order to support children's next steps in This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

their learning. As a result, children are achieving well and their development is good.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and settled. They benefit from a range of play and activities to support their ongoing development and all areas of learning. The home environment is calm and relaxed and children happily invite the childminder to join their play and enjoy their fun. Their relationships are warm and caring. They enjoy reading books together and share puzzles and role play games. Children have opportunities to be active indoors, using the see-saw and rocker at home or going to soft play parks. They also have lots of opportunities to be outdoors, either in the childminder's garden, local parks, or during walks in the woods. As a result, children benefit from fresh air, daily exercise and physical play.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has developed a strong understanding of how children learn. She completes regular observations on children's development and has a progress record in place for each child. This enables the childminder to plot children's progress and identify any gaps in their learning. Consequently, children make good progress in relation to their starting points.

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and outcomes for children

Children are progressing in their communication by gesturing and using early language. The childminder enhances these important skills for children's futures by reading books together, role play games and interaction. However, some opportunities to use and extend play in everyday situations to enhance language and thinking, use of letters and sounds and numbers and colours, are missed sometimes. Children play well independently and are interested in a broad range of activities. Consequently, they are developing important skills for their future and becoming interested and curious learners.

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and outcomes for children

Children are secure in their surroundings and have developed a sense of belonging. They behave well and, through their play, develop an understanding of how to keep themselves safe. For example, when indoors, the childminder reminds children about putting their drink bottles down before going on the see-saw. When out, the childminder talks to them about safety when crossing the road. Children have also taken part in evacuation drills. Children learn about the diversity of the wider world through outings, small world play and books, and have developed a meaningful respect for one another and their surroundings.

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and outcomes for children

Children show good awareness of what constitutes a healthy lifestyle. They are learning good hygiene practice from an early age and understand about washing hands before eating or food preparation. They enjoy nutritious snacks and lunches provided by the childminder or parents, depending on preference. In their high chairs, they are developing important skills to feed themselves. The childminder conducts nappy changes appropriately and follows children's sleep routines effectively. Consequently, children's health, physical and dietary needs are met and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 children appear content and settled. 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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