Childminder in Derby

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY440552 Inspection date 29/06/2012 Inspector Shirley Wilkes

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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 2012. She lives with her husband, her husband's father and two children aged seven and 15 years in Mickleover, Derby. Children use the downstairs of the home with ground floor toilet facilities. Access is via a small step up to the front door. There is an enclosed outdoor play area.

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Description of the childminding

The family has two dogs, a cat, two tortoises, two guineas pigs and a hamster as pets. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of five children under the age of eight years at any one time. There are currently 13 children on roll, of whom, one is in the early years age range. Children attend for a variety of sessions.

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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 make good progress in learning and development because the childminder provides a happy, welcoming environment in which children settle well and enjoy their play and learning. Most policies and procedures are inclusive and implemented effectively to promote children's welfare. Good partnerships have been developed between the childminder, parents and others. The childminder has good systems in place to evaluate the quality of the provision and is committed to maintaining continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the information recorded in a fire log in relation to any problems encountered and how they were resolved, so that the safety of children is promoted.

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the early years provision

Children are safeguarded as the childminder is clear about her duty to record and report any child protection concerns. She has all of the necessary information to be able to take the appropriate action if she was to have a concern about a child in her care. She has written policies and procedures in place, which she shares with parents. This helps to further safeguard children and ensures that parents are suitably informed of how the care of their children is organised. Documentation to support the safe and efficient running of the setting is in place. The childminder gathers information needed to enable her to care for the children appropriately and in line with their individual needs. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder provides a welcoming environment for the children with a very good selection of toys and resources that are well maintained and organised.

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the early years provision

Space within the setting is used effectively, allowing children to play and relax as needed. Toys are arranged to enable children to access them independently, which helps them feel at home. Children are encouraged to share resources and understand and respect the values of others. They access a good selection of resources depicting positive images of diversity, which helps them to learn about the wider world. Risk assessments are completed and daily checks are made to ensure children's continued safety. Children practise the emergency evacuation procedures, so that they know what to do in an emergency. However, records of these evacuations, only record the date the drill took place. The childminder does not record details of any problems encountered and how they were resolved to enable her to reflect and improve upon practice to further promote children's safety.

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the early years provision

The childminder has developed effective relationships with children's parents and there is a regular exchange of information about how they have spent their time with her. The childminder has links with other providers delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage to ensure progression and the continuity of children's care and learning. The childminder evaluates her provision well to ensure that she meets the needs of the children attending, for example, creating a den area for older children to ensure improved outcomes for all of them. She demonstrates a commitment and enthusiasm to continually update her knowledge, skills and practice to benefit the children who attend.

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and outcomes for children

Children are making good progress towards the early learning goals in all six areas of learning. Children play co-operatively and are proud of their achievements, readily sharing them with the childminder. Children enjoy a range of activities that have clear links to the areas of learning. The childminder plans a variety of activities that meets children's individual interests. Observations and assessments are completed to inform planning to ensure children's progression in all areas of their learning.

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and outcomes for children

Children are settled, content and at home in familiar surroundings. They settle quickly to their chosen activity when returning from school. Children demonstrate their independence as they move around the home, selecting different toys and resources to play with. The good organisation of equipment and toys enables children to use the resources imaginatively and follow their natural curiosity as learners. Children's language development is supported by the childminder's positive interaction. For example, children readily share news about their school day and discuss who will share the cakes that they are making to take home.

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and outcomes for children

Children's awareness of people's differences is well promoted. They are able to access resources that reflect cultural diversity, such as small world figures and books. Children are able to access a variety of equipment to support their understanding of technology and skills in operating equipment. They are beginning This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 to develop an understanding of mathematical concepts through daily routines and play, such as when playing board games using the dice and counters. Children are able to learn about living things as they help care for the many family pets. Also they grow and harvest a variety of fruit and vegetables.

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and outcomes for children

Children are aware of expected hygiene procedures as they routinely wash their hands after using the toilet and before tea, placing their used flannels in the laundry box. Children are learning to keep themselves safe through practical daily routines and the childminder's guidance on the dangers of traffic and strangers when out and about. They receive regular praise and encouragement for their achievements and take pride in seeing their name on the 'well done' board that their peers have nominate them for. As a result, children understand when they have done well, helping to develop their self-esteem. 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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