Childminder in Birmingham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 228484 Inspection date 22/06/2012 Inspector Lucy Showell

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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

There were no children on roll when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children on roll, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states if the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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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 1996. She lives with her adult son in the Sheldon area of Birmingham. The whole of the downstairs is used for childminding purposes and there is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary 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 three may be in the early years age range. At the time of this inspection there were no children on roll in the early years age group. The childminder is able to take and collect children from local schools and pre-schools. She receives support from the local authority.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates through discussion a sound understanding of safeguarding procedures and awareness of the signs and symptoms of possible abuse. She understands the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures and the roles of the local area designated officer and Ofsted with regard to her duty in recording and reporting concerns. A clearly written policy is available to share with parents so that they are aware of the childminder's responsibility to protect children from harm. The childminder demonstrates that children are kept safe inside and outside the home as she carries out regular risk assessments to minimise potential hazards. The childminder demonstrates through discussion and written documentation that regular evacuation procedures would be followed in order to promote children's safety. A good range of suitable policies and procedures for the safe and efficient running of the childminding provision are in

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

place. She has a current first aid certificate, is aware of the requirement for all adults in the house to have appropriate suitability checks and her registration certificate will be displayed when children are present.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates good understanding of how children's learning and development can be promoted through play activities. She demonstrates a clear knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage to support children in making progress towards the early learning goals. Starting points are identified and the purpose of observations is effectively explained to indicate how children's individual learning will be monitored and planned for. Processes for managing children's behaviour are in place and the childminder explains how she involves children in determining the boundaries for the setting.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder states how she strives to provide a fully inclusive environment. She has a range of resources to reflect positive images of diversity which are easily accessible and explains how she would adapt activities to include all children. In addition, the childminder expresses the importance of regular communication with parents and carers to ensure that she is supporting children's individual care and cultural needs. She states how beneficial good relationships are with parents and carers and others who provide care and education for the children attending. She explains how regular dialogue will enable her to share information regarding all aspects of children's welfare, learning and development so that children's individual This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 needs are met.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder is keen to keep herself up to date with current practice through attending appropriate training and obtaining online information. She reviews her documentation following research and guidance and works closely with other childminders and her local authority advisors. She is currently considering an evaluation process. As a result she intends to identify strengths and where improvements may be needed in order to implement relevant action plans and develop the setting for the benefit of children.

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Compliance with registration requirements

The registered person continues 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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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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