Childminder in Kirklees

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY419363 Inspection date 23/05/2012 Inspector Helene Terry

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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 childminds with two other registered childminders. She cares for children in her parent's home situated in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. Areas of the home used for the children include the lounge and playroom on the ground floor and the bathroom on the first floor. The front garden is used for outdoor play.

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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. When working alone she may care for a maximum of five children at any one time, of whom two may be in the early years age range. When working with other childminders, she may care for a maximum of 12 children at any one time, of whom no more than six may be within the early years age range. There are four children attending in this age group. The childminder also cares for children over the age of five years. Children attend for various sessions throughout the week. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association and receives support from the local authority.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder provides a warm and welcoming environment for children and their families. She works with parents to ensure that she meets children's individual needs and is aware of the importance of building relationships with other providers, such as schools. Children make satisfactory progress in their learning and development and their welfare is promoted generally well. The childminder carries out some reflection on the quality of her provision; however, systems are not robust enough to clearly identify her strengths and areas for improvement. As a result, some records and documentation lack sufficient detail to fully comply with the welfare requirements. The childminder does demonstrate the capacity for gradual continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure that records, in particular risk assessments, are easily accessible and available for inspection by Ofsted (Documentation) 05/06/2012

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further?

 ensure that written parental permission is requested to the seeking of any necessary emergency medication advice or treatment (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 05/06/2012

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further?

 ensure that prior written permission for each and every medication is obtained from parents before any medication is given to children (Safeguarding and 05/06/2012 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 promoting children's welfare) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register).

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further systems to match observations of children to the expectations of the early learning goals across all six areas and use these observations to identify learning priorities, then plan relevant and motivating learning experiences for each child  develop the use of self-evaluation processes as the basis for ongoing internal review; assessing what the setting offers against robust and challenging quality criteria  develop further children's understanding of healthy practices, for example by encouraging them to wash their hands before snacks.

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the early years provision

The children's safety is promoted generally well. Adults in the home have been vetted to ensure their suitability and to protect children. The childminder has a sound knowledge of child protection issues and has procedures in place to follow should she have any concerns. Children are able to explore and play under good levels of supervision. The childminder supports her co-childminder in ensuring that the home and outings are safe for children by taking part in the risk assessment process. However, the records of the risk assessment were not available for inspection; as a result, a welfare requirement has not been met. Most records are well maintained and shared with parents. However, written permission to seek emergency medical advice or treatment is not requested from parents and parents do not always give their written permission to enable the childminder to administer medication to their child. This does not meet the welfare requirements. There is a

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the early years provision

suitable range of policies and procedures that cover all aspects of the setting and are shared with parents.

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the early years provision

There are suitable lines of communication between the childminder and parents. Information is shared regularly through discussions at arrival and collection times and a daily diary is maintained, thus ensuring continuity of care. Discussions reveal that the childminder is aware of the importance of working with other agencies to support the children's well-being and development.

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the early years provision

The childminder uses space and resources well within the setting. Resources are suitably maintained and are easily accessible to the children as they are stored in containers in the play room. This enables the children to make choices and promotes their independence. The childminder adequately promotes equality and diversity; she is fully aware of the individual needs of all the minded children and includes them in all aspects of the provision. They take part in activities to help them develop an understanding of different cultures, such as dancing to music from around the world. Children also play with resources that reflect diversity in society. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder, alongside her co-childminders, is in the early stages of developing systems for evaluating and monitoring the provision. She receives support from the local authority and acts on any recommendations identified. The views of parents'

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the early years provision

and children are obtained through discussions. However, systems are not rigorous enough to identify strengths and all areas for improvement.

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and outcomes for children

Children settle well and have fun within the setting. The childminder effectively interacts with the children, supporting them in their activities and extending learning. As a result, they make satisfactory progress in their development. She observes the children and notes any new skills and knowledge they develop. She gives thought to the activities offered to the children, which are based on their abilities. However, she does not confidently link children's development to the areas of learning within the Early Years Foundation Stage. Furthermore, observations are not clearly analysed to assess each child's stage of development or to accurately determine the next steps in their learning journey. This hinders the childminder's ability to ensure that children reach their full potential.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder sits with children and encourages them to develop clear speech through effective role modelling. Children learn to name animals and imitate the sounds they make. They begin to recognise and name the colours around them. They enjoy books and develop some early awareness of mark making. As they draw the childminder talks to them about facial features, helping them recognise that we are all different, including the colour of our eyes. Babies are developing hand and eye coordination as they place rings over a pole and toddlers are helped to recognise the different size of the rings. They develop problem solving skills as they complete puzzles and explore shape sorters and enjoy baking their favourite buns. Children are beginning to learn to count as they build a tower from the bricks. They enjoy regular craft activities using glue and materials to decorate figures. They show pride in their achievements and are keen to take the finished

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and outcomes for children

work home with them. Children also enjoy the many different electronic and 'pop up' toys provided; pressing buttons and switches to find out how things work and happen. Children's social skills are developing well. They regularly go on outings into the community and are learning to share and take turns when they play alongside one another. The childminder has suitable strategies in place to manage children's behaviour according to their ages and stages of development. As a result, children are well-behaved.

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and outcomes for children

Children have suitable opportunities to learn how to keep themselves safe and healthy. They learn about road safety whilst on outings and how to use equipment safely, for example when climbing the slide. Children are learning about suitable hygiene practices; however, they are not always encouraged to wash their hands before eating snacks. Children benefit from being outdoors regularly, either playing in the garden or at parks, where they enjoy the fresh air and practise their physical skills. A good healthy diet is offered to the children, including fresh fruit and freshly This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 prepared home cooked meals, which take into consideration dietary needs and varying tastes, such as, Irish, Caribbean and Asian foods. 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 3 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 3 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 3

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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 in the early years section of the report (Records to be kept). 05/06/2012

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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 in the early years section of the report (Records to be kept). 05/06/2012

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