Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY427310 Inspection date 12/06/2012 Inspector Patricia Bowler

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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 one adult child in West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire. The whole of the ground floor with the exception of one bedroom is used for childminding. There is an enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder is able to take and collect children from local schools and pre-schools.

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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 range. There is currently one child attending who is within this age range, who attends on a part-time basis. The childminder also offers care to children aged over five years. She is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder holds a recognised child care qualification and 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

The childminder's understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and subsequent implementation results in children making good progress towards the early learning goals. Their welfare is effectively maintained through the safe management of the setting and most associated documentation. Effective partnerships with parents ensure their individual needs are met well. The childminder strives for improvement through further training and continuous systems for self-evaluation in order to act upon her strengths and areas for improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop systems to involve parents and other providers in adding to children's assessment records to further support children's learning and development  obtain written parental permission for children to take part in outings.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues. She has attended training and knows the steps to take should she have concerns about children in her care or allegations against herself or another adult. The child This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 orientated environment and highly effective deployment of resources enables children to move freely and engage in exciting activities. Children are diligently supervised and also encouraged in their independence to steer their own play. Areas for creative activities and quiet relaxation, in addition to a dedicated playroom with an excellent range of resources, provide children with innovative play opportunities.

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the early years provision

Written policies and procedures, specific to the setting work effectively to inform parents, identify children's individual welfare needs and record their learning and development. Accurate attendance records confirm children's arrival and departure times, and secure safety measures minimise any hazards within the home. The childminder carries out rigorous risk assessments and consequently children's safety is maintained. Children learn about safety through age appropriate rules within the home. They develop an awareness of boundaries through consistent methods to manage behaviour and a sensitive use of praise and encouragement.

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the early years provision

Children enjoy outings within the local community and to local recreational areas. Written parental permission for children to take part has yet to be established to ensure they are fully informed. Children practise emergency evacuation procedures to gain awareness of actions to take should this situation arise.

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the early years provision

The childminder attends training courses for her personal development. Parents receive clear information about the setting and complete documents to ensure children's individual care needs are met. Procedures are established to liaise with other providers in order that consistency in learning and development is maintained as children progress in their education.

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and outcomes for children

Children make good progress towards the early learning goals, settling well and moving freely and confidently within the home. Choosing from an abundance of easily accessible resources children sit at a floor puzzle matching number cards and demonstrating knowledge of quantity as they count respective picture representations. They respond with obvious affection to the childminder giggling in amusement at nicknames given to farm animals when identifying them. They spy a blackbird on the fence holding a worm and move quietly with the childminder to identify where it goes 'the nest is behind the apple tree' the child declares as the bird returns minus the worm. 'It's going to get more now to feed the babies'. The childminder listens intently supporting with information to promote knowledge of the natural world. The creative area offers children the opportunity to explore with a range of materials. Children sit at the table using crayons to create pictures

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and outcomes for children

which they eagerly show and discuss with the childminder. Accessing a box of resources children develop dexterity as they use scissors to cut coloured string and select from sequins, glitter pom-poms and shiny pipe cleaners. Paint is accessible and when the selected purple bottle is empty the childminder explains how a child can make this by mixing red and blue paint. A child works independently squirting paint into a pot adding different amounts of red and blue until she produces the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 'right colour'. The childminder promotes independence and first-hand opportunities so children can experiment and explore and learn through active play.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder organises her day effectively to meet their individual care routines and preferences, including gathering a list of food preferences for a newly acquired child. Meal options are discussed to include shopping for items and involving children in meal preparation and baking activities where they learn about textures and changes during cooking processes.

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and outcomes for children

Children understand the importance of personal hygiene routines. They know to wash their hands and do so independently prior to snack. They have their own colour identified hand towels to minimise the spread of infection. They enjoy healthy food choosing cucumber chunks 'my favourite' states one child. Drinks are readily accessible for children if they are thirsty. Health is further promoted through information obtained in discussion with parents and accurate records relating to accidents and medication administration. Procedures including sickness exclusion and diligent hygiene routines minimise the risk of cross infection.

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and outcomes for children

Regular outdoor play is experienced in the garden, where a range of wheeled toys and equipment support physical play. Children visit the local recreational areas to experience open spaces and talk eagerly about favourite venues including the country park.

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and outcomes for children

Recorded observations of children at play clearly denote development and progress and confirm their involvement in a range of activities. Their achievements are recognised and valued to produce a compilation of their time with the childminder which are shared with parents. However, parents are not fully included by adding to or supporting children's identified next steps at home, which impacts on children's progress. 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 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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