Childminder in DerbyshireOfsted inspection, 29 Jun 2012

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY437013 Inspection date 29/06/2012 Inspector Jennifer Turner

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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 her parents and adult brother in Burton-on-Trent. The whole ground floor of the childminder's house, along with the summer house and messy playroom in the garden are used for childminding and there is an enclosed garden for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder regularly works with another childminder. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years when working alone, of whom, three may be in the early years age group. She may care for a maximum of eight children when working with another childminder, of whom, six may be in the early years age group. There are currently six children on roll, who are in the early years age range.

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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 are making effective progress in their development and learning because the childminder provides a good range of age-appropriate activities and play opportunities. Children's individual needs are catered for through excellent information sharing with parents and frequent observations. Most aspects of the childminder's policies and procedures are in place. All children are encouraged to participate in activities to their own level. The environment is homely and welcoming to all children and partnerships are well established.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve the system for recording when medication has been administered to children and review the information recorded about accidents  update the fire log book to include details of any problems encountered and how they were resolved.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding, which ensures children are well protected and their welfare needs met effectively. She and her co- childminder have attend safeguarding training and understand the procedure to follow if there are concerns about children. They ensure that risk assessments are completed and reviewed when changes have been made. This ensures that the premises and outings into the local community are safely managed. Generally, clear, policies and procedures are in place and made available to parents. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 However, the accident, medication and fire records are not sufficiently detailed to ensure the well-being of children and the safe and efficient management of the childminder's setting. The childminder welcomes all children into her home and she works closely with parents and other professionals to ensure children are

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the early years provision

A wide range of toys and resources is available to meet the needs of all the children in the childminder's care. They are stored in boxes and are readily available for children to help themselves. Planning ensures that activities meet the needs of the children and support their development well across all the six areas of learning. There is a good balance of adult-directed and child-initiated activities as they follow the children's interests. The childminder has already developed excellent partnerships with parents. She obtains all the required information from parents when children start to attend, this includes details of their starting points. Also through daily discussion and the effective use of daily diaries, she keeps parents informed of their child's day. She uses a secure internet system and uploads daily photographs of the children as they play to share with parents. Parents value this system and they have positive comments about the

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the early years provision

There is a formal written self-evaluation procedure in place. The childminder has consulted parents and children about the care she provides. Parents are happy with her provision and they value the support both childminders give to their children. Parents say, 'they are very open and honest, which is exactly what we prefer at the same time very understanding and caring to each individual child.' The childminder has identified some aspects for future development, such as attending training courses to further develop her understanding of child development. The childminder has developed good relationships with the local school and other professionals, such as the speech and language therapists. They regularly exchange information about children to discuss concerns, support and ensure a smooth transition for them when they start school.

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and outcomes for children

Children are safe and secure on the premises. They learn to look after themselves by good road safety practice when out in the community, using toys and resources safely and by practising the emergency evacuation procedure. Children can select toys according to their interests and planning shows a wide variety of activities, which are available both on the premises and within the local community. Children's development files show that they are making good progress and photographs illustrate the range of activities the childminder provides. The childminder identifies the next steps to promote children's ongoing learning. She personalises the learning journals by writing them from the children's view point. Children produce imaginative art work using a wide range of resources. The colourful wall display of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee is displayed on the floor. Children design their own crowns and pictures of the queen on paper plates. They

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and outcomes for children

create models of castles, which they take home as a reward for good behaviour. Children help to design the house rules. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children's physical development is good as they learn about the benefits of good hygiene practice and daily fresh air and exercise. Each day they use the garden where they ride bikes or use the trampoline to develop their strength and coordination. Children have designed posters showing the benefits of healthy eating and physical exercise. Children develop independence in their personal care and they have good opportunities to learn the importance of washing their hands to prevent the spread of infection. They are also learning about healthy eating and enjoy the varied menu of meals and snacks. Children are offered fruit and vegetables each day and the childminder encourages them to try different healthy

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and outcomes for children

Children have good opportunities to raise their awareness of other cultures through celebrations and activities, such as tasting different foods. They created the 'Great Wall of China' using mounds of sand and they tasted noodles and spring rolls for Chinese New Year. The childminder has a good range of books, toys and dolls to widen their knowledge of their local community and the wider world. Children are given positive images of those often discriminated against and they learn to treat each other with respect. They created a wheelchair from junk materials and sports activities, such as three-legged race and being blind-folded during the egg and spoon race, enables them to experience what it is like to have a physical disability. 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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