Childminder in Wakefield

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY437282 Inspection date 25/04/2012 Inspector Jackie Phillips

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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 two children aged 14 months and 12 years in Castleford, West Yorkshire. The family keeps pet fish. The whole of the ground floor of the property is used for childminding. There is an enclosed rear garden for children to access outdoor play. Children are taken for walks and outings to places of interest within the local community. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association and a local childminding 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. She may care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, two of whom may be in the early years age range, including one child under one. Currently there are two children on roll; both are within the early years age group. Children who speak English as an additional language are welcomed and supported. At times the childminder's husband works with her, when numbers of children may be increased.

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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 make good progress in their learning because the childminder has a secure understanding of meeting their individual needs. They take part in a varied and interesting range of activities that includes a good balance between those that are child-initiated and those which are adult-led. Robust routines and procedures keep children safe, healthy and well protected. The childminder appreciates the value of partnership working with parents, colleagues and other providers. She has a positive attitude and clear vision towards continual improvement of her provision.

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further?

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

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further?

 extend activities both indoors and outdoors to provide children with further opportunities to explore through their senses  improve opportunities for children to make informed choices and decisions regarding toys and resources provided.

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the early years provision

Children are safe and well protected because the childminder is fully aware of the action to take if she has any concerns about their welfare or well-being. She clearly understands safeguarding issues and how to implement appropriate procedures. Her records required for the safe and efficient management of the provision are all in place. This includes written parental consent for a number of routine This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 procedures, for example, their permission to take children on outings and to seek emergency medical advice and treatment. The environment children use is safe because the childminder conducts regular checks to assess risk. She extends this to include outdoor areas and outings. The childminder provides a comfortable, welcoming and inclusive setting for all children. Space is used effectively and toys and resources are well organised. The majority are easily accessible, although

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the early years provision

children are not provided with clues to the contents of storage containers, which impacts on their choice and decision making.

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the early years provision

Well-written plans show a varied range of learning opportunities and experiences for children. Regular observation and assessment of their progress takes place and the childminder uses this information effectively to identify individual learning targets and guide her planning of the activities she provides. Activities are very often repeated to ensure all children take part, regardless of their attendance pattern. Children benefit because the childminder provides a flexible routine that includes visiting places of interest within the community. This helps children learn about the society in which they live and provides opportunities to socialise.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates drive and ambition to secure ways in which to improve her provision. For example, she meets frequently with other childminders to keep up-to-date through networking and learning from their experiences. She has enrolled on a childcare course leading to a recognised qualification. The childminder values partnership working and recognises the contribution this makes towards children's achievements and well-being. She keeps parents well informed and involved. Information regarding children's individual needs is regularly shared, particularly to ensure each child receives the support he or she needs to make progress. The childminder has a clear vision for the future and identified goals are likely to have a positive impact on bringing about sustainable improvements to the provision and outcomes for children.

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and outcomes for children

Through walks and outings children learn about their local community. For example, they visit play parks, activity groups and a children's centre. They visit a nearby area to see the horses and feed the ducks. There are planned events to help them understand the wider world, for instance, celebrating a range of traditional and cultural festivals during the year. During the celebration of Chinese New Year they visited a restaurant to taste authentic food. Children are helped to develop a sense of belonging, through having their own cutlery and colour-coded hand drying towels. They move around the setting confidently and are very familiar with the range of toys provided. They are aware of everyday technology as they use pretend mobile phones and a varied range of interactive toys and equipment. There are some activities that raise children's curiosity and help them learn through their senses, for example, watching the bubbles escape from the

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and outcomes for children

machine, investigating the properties of shaving foam and baking buns and cookies. A diverse range of sensory activities that take place inside and out has yet to be fully explored. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder pays very good attention to helping children communicate, including those who speak English as an additional language. The childminder is responsive to finding ways in which she can support language development through, for example, the use of regular story times. Some books represent children's home language and their vocabulary is extended through interesting conversations. The childminder is calm and patient in her approach to caring for children, helping them feel safe and secure. She helps them to understand about turn taking, sharing and taking responsibility for tidying away after themselves at the end of the day. Children show good levels of concentration at activities they

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and outcomes for children

find interesting, such as imaginative play. They learn through effective routines how to keep themselves safe and healthy, for example, by getting involved in discussions about toilet training and putting hands over their mouths when they cough. 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: 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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