Childminder in Leeds

Inspection report for early years provision

p.1

Unique reference number EY440961 Inspection date 27/06/2012 Inspector Thecla Grant

p.1

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.

p.1

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

p.2

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.

p.3

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).

p.3

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.

p.3

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

p.3

Description of the childminding

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives with her husband and three children aged five years, seven years and 12 years of age, in Calverly, close to shops, parks, schools and local transport links. The childminder is able to take and collect children from local schools and nurseries. The childminder cares for children between the hours of 8am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday. The childminder offers overnight care.

p.4

Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered care for a maximum of four children under eight of whom three may be in the early years age range. She currently has five children on roll all in part-time places. The childminder is also registered with Ofsted on the compulsory part of the Childcare Register. She also offers care to children aged five to 11 years.

p.4

Description of the childminding

The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

p.4

The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

p.4

The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children make good progress in their learning and development and most arrangements are in place to observe and assess the children. Suitable systems are available to implement safeguarding and children's welfare is well promoted. The childminder effectively supports the children in her care so that no group or individual is disadvantaged. The childminder adequately works in partnership with parents and systems in place to work in partnership with others are effectively in place. The childminder's capacity to maintain continuous improvement is sound.

p.4

further?

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

p.4

further?

 make sure appropriate fire detection and control equipment, for example, smoke detectors and fire blankets are in place and in working order (Suitable premises, environment and equipment). 29/06/2012

p.4

further?

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

p.4

further?

 ensure observations are analysed and children's achievements or their need for further support is highlighted and involve parents as part of the ongoing observation and assessment process  ensure regular evacuation drills are carried out and details are recorded of any problems and how they were resolved. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

p.4

the early years provision

The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues and of the signs and symptoms of abuse. She has also devised a clear policy for the safeguarding of children. Risk assessments are in place and include all areas of her home to be assessed. These are used as working documents to eliminate risks. For example, the main entrance to her home is secure to ensure children cannot leave without supervision. Although the childminder records the emergency practises, she has not practised this with all of the children. Therefore, not all children know what to do in case of fire or other crisis. Further to this the childminder has no fire prevention equipment in place. This is a breach of the specific legal requirements and impacts on childrens safety in the event of a fire.

p.5

the early years provision

The childminder has suitably assessed her provision through the self-evaluation process. As a result, she has identified areas for improvement, some of which include arrangements to devise parents questionnaires so that their views are included. The childminder's plans for the future include securing her garden, so that children can have continuous provision indoors and outdoors. The childminder has a generally positive relationship with parents and regularly share information with them about how well their children are achieving. For example, she sends texts and forwards photographs of their children at play. Parents are also encouraged to share information about their children when they first started to attend, which she uses as their children's starting points. However, parents are not encouraged to be involved in their children's observation and assessment process. As a result, opportunities are missed for parents to be involved in their children's

p.5

the early years provision

The childminder has a rich and varied learning environment, which contains resources that are age appropriate well maintained and accessible to all of the children. She has effectively planned her indoor space for children to access free movement and well-spread activities. As a result, children are confident in their environment and happily try new activities. The childminder shows some commitment to improving her knowledge and uses the training manual from the local authority to select appropriate training courses, such as 'Early Years, Fun Stuff'. The impact of this is apparent in the activities provided for the children. The childminder effectively promotes diversity through resources and the celebration of various cultural and religious festivals. Therefore, children constantly learn about similarities and differences. The childminder actively builds links with other providers of the Early Years Foundation Stage and uses the information gained to

p.5

the early years provision

positively promote continuity of learning and care with the children. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

p.5

and outcomes for children

The childminder has a good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage; and effectively organises her home for children to learn through play. Children make good progress in problem solving, reasoning and numeracy, as they play in the sand with the various tools and recycled materials provided. As a result, children learn about shapes, such as circle. They also learn about weight as they use the scales to weigh the sand and count how many spoonful's of sand they need to fill a container. During sand play children develop their pretend play. For example, they make ice cream cones out of sand and sell them to the childminder. As a result, children are beginning to develop mathematical understanding as they play. Good opportunities are provided for children to become skilful communicators. For example, children interact with each other as they play and talk about what they're doing; some children have started making up their own words and explain to the

p.6

and outcomes for children

childminder what they mean. Children also develop their handwriting skills. For example, after the arts and craft activity the children copy their names to identify their work and recognise some of the letters in their name. As a result, children are developing the skills they need for their future learning.

p.6

and outcomes for children

Children have lots of opportunities to enjoy and achieve. They learn about their community through regular visits to the local library. Where they access 'story- time'.They also visit the local supermarket to extend their learning. As a result, children continue to learn based on first-hand experiences. Children's understanding of similarities is constantly extended through the wide range of resources provided that positively promotes the diversity of their local environment and the wider world. Their interest in technology is promoted as they expertly operate the mechanical toys available. As a result, children are active, inquisitive and independent learners. The childminder constantly implements the children's interests. However, their observation and assessments are not fully effectively analysed to highlight the children's achievements, or their need for further support. As a result, the childrens progress is not fully assessed in order to plan for the next

p.6

and outcomes for children

steps in their development consistently.

p.6

and outcomes for children

The childminder effectively promotes good health and well-being. As a result, children show an effective awareness of this and adopt good personal hygiene routines. For example, they discuss the reason they need to wash their hands is so that the bugs do not get into their tummies. Children also have regular exercise through daily visits to parks and soft play areas; where they use the equipment to develop their large muscle skills. Mealtimes are used a social occasion for the children sit together to develop their social skills, such as table manners. The childminder also uses this time to further develop the children's understanding of foods that are good and nutritious for them to eat. As a result, children are begining to develop healthy lifestyles. Children have a strong sense of belonging and show good levels of self-esteem, for example, they confidently share events in their own lives with the childminder and each other. Children are suitably

p.6

and outcomes for children

developing a sense of how to stay safe. For example, they are familiar with road safety, and discuss that they need to look for cars before crossing the road. However, all children are not familiar with the emergencies procedures. As a result, This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 some children have not developed an understanding of what to do in the case of a fire. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

p.6

Annex A: record of inspection judgements

The key inspection judgements and what they mean

p.8

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

p.8

children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement

p.8

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 3 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

p.8

Stage

The quality of the provision in the Early Years Foundation Stage 2

p.8

Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 The extent to which children feel safe 3 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

p.8

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

p.8

Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are: Met

p.9