Childminder in Bradford

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY406062 Inspection date 19/06/2012 Inspector Abigail Cunningham

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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 2010. She lives with her partner and two children aged one and five years in Baildon, Shipley. The whole ground floor of the property is used for childminding. The childminder is able to take and collect children from local schools and pre-schools. The family has a dog.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register 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. There is currently one child on roll in this age group, who attends 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

The childminder creates an inclusive environment in which to care for children and develops positive links with the children and parents. Overall, the planning and assessment systems ensure children are making good progress in their learning and development. They are kept safe at all times and enjoy finding out about the local community, the natural world and different cultures. The childminder has an accurate understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of her provision and she takes effective steps to develop these.

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further?

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

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further?

 involve parents as part of the ongoing observation and assessment process  use assessment to consistently plan the next steps in a child's developmental progress.

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the early years provision

Safeguarding procedures are secure and all the required checks have been carried out on adults living in the household. The childminder has a safeguarding policy in place, which is shared with the parents. She keeps up to date with safeguarding issues through reading magazine articles and any related guidance. Therefore, she knows to record concerns and existing injuries and to seek advice where necessary. Comprehensive written policies, procedures and documentation are in place to ensure children's welfare is safeguarded and promoted well. For instance, risk assessments for the home and outings are regularly undertaken and reviewed. All potential hazards have been identified and minimised, for example, cleaning substances are inaccessible to the children as they are stored in the pantry on a This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 high shelf. There are also safety gates fitted to prevent access to the pantry and

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the early years provision

Parents and children are involved in the self-evaluation process as their views and ideas are sought. Plans are well thought out to deliver positive outcomes for children, such as providing growing and planting activities in order to promote the children's knowledge and understanding of the world. The childminder knows the children and their families well as she finds out about children's individual needs, backgrounds and routines. Prior to caring for a child, the childminder asks the parents to complete an 'all about me' form. Walls around the home display relevant information, such as the childminder's registration certificate and public liability insurance. Parents receive clear and detailed information about the children's care through the completion of individual development records and discussions with the childminder. However, they are not fully involved in their child's learning as they are not currently contributing to the ongoing observation

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the early years provision

Currently, none of the children attend any other early years settings. Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates the ability to develop positive relationships in order to support continuity and consistency in learning when necessary. Children are developing a positive attitude to others and a good understanding about the wider world and community. This is because they take part in interesting events, such as Diwali, when they made Diva lamps, looked at Diwali pictures and tasted sweets. Children have regular opportunities to go out into the local community, for instance, to visit the park, playgroup and primary school.

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and outcomes for children

Children display an excellent awareness of safety issues and recognise and understand how to keep themselves safe. This is because the childminder has devised and regularly practised the fire evacuation procedure with them and they have also visited the local fire station. While on outings, the children wear high- visibility vests and the childminder shows them how to cross roads safety. Young children are extremely content and settled because their individual health, physical and dietary needs are met to an exceptional standard. For example, they are very sociable and thoroughly enjoy interacting with the childminder. As a result, they confidently discuss significant events, such as visiting the dentist.

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and outcomes for children

Children are active and understand the benefits of physical activity. Young children adopt good hygiene practices because the childminder encourages them to wash their hands prior to eating. They have good appetites and are successfully developing their self-help skills. Children independently feed themselves and are enthusiastic about cooking pancakes and baking. They confidently assert their own needs and preferences, for instance, at lunch time one child asks for quiche, salad and a drink of milk. The childminder is a very positive role model and consistently gives the children lots of praise and encouragement. As a result, they are very well behaved, play in harmony with children from different backgrounds, cooperate This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 fully with routines and share the toys and the childminder's attention.

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and outcomes for children

Activity planning reflects the children's individual needs, interests and stages of development. For example, as a result of listening to the children, the childminder took them to visit butterflies and meerkats. Children's development records show their achievements and progress and are directly linked to the six areas of learning. However, these do not consistently identify what needs to be included in planning for children's next steps in learning. Therefore, assessment arrangements are not thoroughly effective.

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and outcomes for children

Children are making good progress in their learning and take pleasure in singing along to their favourite pop songs and nursery rhymes. They enjoy participating in many creative activities and gain pleasure from dressing up and using props to support their role play, such as cooking utensils and play food. They make marks with paints and glue. The children are developing a good knowledge of the natural world and have many opportunities to grow different fruit and vegetables, such as strawberries and runner beans. Young children can name colours, count from one to seven and are beginning to use mathematical language in play, such as 'big' and 'little'. 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 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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