Childminder in Cornwall

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY439735 Inspection date 04/07/2012 Inspector Anne-Marie Moyse

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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 registered in 2012. She lives with her partner in the Par area, near to St Austell. The whole of the house is used for childminding. There is an enclosed garden suitable for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register, and the compulsory part of the Childcare Register. She may care for three children, aged from birth year to under eight years, and all of these may be in the early years age range. Currently she has two children on roll in the early years age range. She offers flexible arrangements for children and is open from 6.30am to 8pm, five days a week. She can provide care over the weekend if required.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is qualified to level 3. She uses the local amenities and parks for additional learning experiences and outside play.

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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 good progress in their learning and development. The childminder uses her knowledge and experience well to support each child effectively and meet their unique needs. Overall, strong relationships between the parents and the childminder promote consistency for the child. Procedures to safeguard children's welfare and protect their health are mostly in place. The childminder is developing a reflective approach to monitoring her practice. This enables her to accurately identify areas for development and maintain continuous improvements.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve awareness of food hygiene legislation by registering with the relevant Local Authority Environmental Health Department  involve parents further in their children's learning and development, for example by agreeing the next steps in their learning.

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the early years provision

The childminder maintains a safe, secure and welcoming environment for children. High quality toys and resources are appropriate for the ages of children attending and are easily accessible. She varies the range on offer to extend children's interests and skills. She makes good use of her local community to help children This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 learn about their own and other's cultures. She has a positive attitude to welcoming all children and developing a respectful environment where every child is valued. She has developed her own policies and procedures, which she shares with parents, and guides her good practice. She is vigilant and supervises children with a sensible balance of precautions and allowing children to learn about risks. All adults in the home have undergone appropriate checks so they are suitable to be in contact with children. The childminder is secure in all aspects of

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the early years provision

safeguarding. This includes being confident in following child protection procedures and knowing what to do if she has any concerns. Children's health and safety is maintained through effective risk assessments and hygiene procedures. However, the childminder has not yet registered with the local environmental health department, to keep up-to-date with local health requirements.

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the early years provision

Strong relationships with parents are in place. The childminder's natural and friendly approach promotes an open and easy method of communicating between carers. This is enhanced as the childminder uses daily diaries that logs useful information on the child's welfare and routines at the setting. In addition, the childminder creates beautiful records of each child's progress, with photographs of activities and observational accounts of what children are learning. Parents see these records, but they are not consistently involved in agreeing the child's next steps in their learning. At present, children do not attend other early years provisions. However, the childminder recognises the benefits of extending this shared learning programme for each child with all carers, to promote consistency.

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the early years provision

The childminder is developing a reflective approach to her business. She evaluates the activities with the children, making suitable changes to her practice to drive improvements. She is keen to continue developing her knowledge and understanding through attending training events and regularly meets with other childminders. Her enthusiasm for providing a high quality and inclusive environment for children provides her with a secure vision for the future.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder uses her training and experience well to encourage children to enjoy and achieve. Effective observation and assessment systems maintain a comprehensive and detailed account of children's current stage of development and their interests. She uses this information successfully to plan further activities to extend children's skills and learning. The childminder interacts extremely well with children, providing a very happy and stimulating learning environment. As a result, children have very positive relationships with the childminder and are becoming confident and independent learners. They display a strong sense of belonging and behave politely and respectfully. Children receive plenty of encouragement and praise from the childminder, boosting their self-esteem and sense of pride. Children readily separate from parents and quickly settle in playing with the activities prepared for them. They enjoy reading a favourite book from the

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and outcomes for children

selection on offer. Children's emerging language skills are developed as they repeat familiar phrases and repeat new words. They enjoy singing rhymes and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 joining in with the actions, making choices from the prompt cards. Throughout the day, the childminder engages children in conversation and encourages them to make comment and talk about their family and interest. Children's learning is reinforced through some inspiring activities. The childminder organises the blocks into different colours, encouraging children to build and design constructions using the coloured bricks to form patterns. They count and measure their projects, working out how to make their tower taller.

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and outcomes for children

Children take responsibility for small tasks and learn important skills for the future. They help to tidy away toys so they can sit and eat a snack, and they help wash up the dishes afterwards. They take an active role in preparing their own foods, such as safely cutting up the banana and peeling the oranges. They understand the importance of eating nutritious foods and drinking frequently to keep them healthy. They learn about where food comes from as they visit a smallholding where they grow vegetables and help tend the animals. Children are active and benefit from plenty of fresh air and exercise. In the garden, they race after the football or manoeuvre the ride on toys safely with growing confidence. The childminder takes them on outings around the local neighbourhood where they meet others and learn about their immediate community. 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 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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