Childminder in DerbyshireOfsted inspection, 29 Jun 2012

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY436409 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 husband and two adult children in Burton on Trent. The whole ground floor of the childminder's house, along with the summer house and messy play room in the garden are used for childminding purposes and there is a fully 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 when working alone and for a maximum of eight children when working with another childminder. There are currently six children on roll who are in the early years age range. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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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 cared for in a relaxed and homely environment. They make good progress in their learning because they enjoy a variety of well-organised and stimulating activities. A mostly good range of documentation is in place to ensure safe and effective management of the provision. The childminder works effectively with parents to ensure all children's needs are inclusively met and individual routines are followed with regard to their requirements and preferences. As a result, the individuality of each child in her care is understood and valued. The childminder demonstrates good capacity for continuous improvement through attending relevant training to develop knowledge and skills further.

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further?

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

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further?

 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 procedures, which ensures children are well protected and their welfare needs are met effectively. She understands well the procedure to follow if concerns about children arise, and contact numbers are readily available and shared with parents. She ensures regular risk assessments are completed and reviewed to ensure the premises and outings into the local community are safely managed. Daily checklists are used to assess the premises and she has a range of safety equipment in place. Mostly This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 clear, policies and procedures are in place and made available to parents. However, records of emergency evacuation practices are not sufficiently detailed to ensure the safe and efficient management of the childminder's setting. The childminder offers an inclusive provision welcoming all children into her home. She

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the early years provision

offers good support to parents and children and regularly liaises with other professionals to ensure children are given any support they need.

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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 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 developed excellent partnerships with parents. She obtains all the required information from them when children first start to attend. This includes details of the children's starting points and through daily discussion and the effective use of daily diaries keeps them 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 childminder's care of their

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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. They are happy with her provision and parents value the support both childminder's gives their children. She has identified some aspects for future development to further improve outcomes for children, such as, attending training courses. These include obtaining a childcare qualification. The childminder has developed good relationships with the local school and speech and language therapists. They regularly exchange information about children to discuss concerns, support and ensure smooth transition for them. The childminder supports children by using strategies, such as a 'Now and Then' visual timetable to support children's individual needs.

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and outcomes for children

Children participate in a range of outings to local groups where they can socialise with children of similar ages and use a variety of different resources. They regularly attend a music and movement session at the local children's centre. There is a balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities, because she takes into account children's interests when planning activities and play opportunities. Children are safe and secure on the premises and they move around both indoors and outdoors. They learn to look after themselves by practising road safety when out on walks, and by practising the emergency evacuation procedure. Children create posters about road safety and stranger danger to ensure they know how to protect themselves.

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and outcomes for children

Children are able to select toys according to their interests because these are stored at their level. They engage in a variety of activities both on the premises and within the local community. Children's development files show they are making This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 good progress and photographs illustrate the wide range of activities they engage in. Children regularly visit the local children's centre where they enjoy using the sensory room. They visit a local farm to see the new born lambs, the library for story sessions, local parks and a Forestry Centre. The childminder identifies the next steps to promote children's learning and she uses the development matters to identify where children are in their development. This information is shared with parents. Children produce imaginative art work using a wide range of resources, such as junk modelling. The childminder has created a sensory bag so children

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and outcomes for children

handle a range of natural and man-made materials, such as, cones, drift wood and textured materials. Children explore the texture of corn flour 'gloop'. They created a dinosaur display with hand and foot prints, ready to celebrate a birthday.

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and outcomes for children

Children's physical development is good, and they are learning about the benefits of good hygiene practice, and have daily fresh air and exercise. They use the local parks and the childminder's garden for daily outdoor play. The summer house provides children with opportunities to engage in imaginative play activities and role play. Children play in the garage with a range of recyclable materials used to design mobiles and musical instruments. Children learn about the natural world as they explore plants and animals. They learn about people and animals that live in cold climates, eskimos and igloos, the Arctic and Antarctic. Children made their own passports pretending they are going on holiday.

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and outcomes for children

Children are developing independence in their personal care. They independently use the bathroom, and activities about hand washing, ensures they understand how to prevent the spread of infection. Children learn about healthy eating and enjoy the varied range of freshly cooked meals, including fruit and vegetables. They help to prepares snacks and have regular drinks throughout the day. The childminder provides good opportunities to raise children's awareness of other cultures through celebrations and tasting different foods. Children celebrated Chinese New Year with activities, such as designing dragons and using the interactive globe to find different countries. The childminder has a good range of books, toys and dolls to widen their knowledge of their local community and the wider world. The children created a positive images poster depicting images of different people, including people with disabilities. This ensures they have a

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and outcomes for children

positive view of the wider world and learn to show respect to others. 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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