Childminder in Bristol

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY441048 Inspection date 12/07/2012 Inspector Carol Cox

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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 and two young sons in Lawrence Weston, Bristol. The whole of the house is registered for childminding. There are secure gardens to the front and rear of the house. The family has three pet rabbits. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register to care for a maximum of four children under eight years at any one time; of these two may be in the early years age group of whom one may be under one year. There are currently four children in the early years age group on roll.

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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

Overall, children make good progress in all areas of care, learning and development. The childminder has built successful relationships with parents who contribute significantly towards identifying the needs of each individual child. Records of children's learning clearly show their achievements, however, they do not yet clearly show what children need to learn next or track their progress. Children are safe and secure and are encouraged to learn about the lives and needs of others and appreciate differences. Generally, resources are easily accessible and support learning well, although there are limited resources to portray diversity. The childminder has made an evaluation of her practice and has identified and actioned areas for development. Since registration, she has successfully implemented the Early Years Foundation Stage and demonstrated good capacity for continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop a systematic approach to using observations and assessments to plan next steps in a child's developmental progress in all areas of learning and demonstrate their progress  extend the range of resources to portray positive images of the greater diversity of people and their lives.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection issues. She has a clear written policies and procedures, which follow the guidance of the Local Safeguarding Children Board. She carefully explains to parents her responsibilities for safeguarding children and shares her This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 policies and procedures with them in writing.

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the early years provision

She keeps a record of risk assessments made of all aspects of her practice and details actions taken on review. She supplements these with daily checks. The childminder teaches children about keeping themselves safe in their daily routines. For example, children are fully aware of the safety rules when using the trampoline. Children practise the fire evacuation drill regularly and older children are able to explain what they must do. The childminder works closely with parents to identify all those authorised to collect children from her care and she is careful to confirm with parents who has parental responsibility for; or legal contact with children.

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the early years provision

The childminder is constantly aware of the changing needs of children of different ages and amends her practice accordingly. Children enjoy free access to a wide range of resources planned to stimulate and encourage learning in all areas. However, there is a limited range of resources that portray positive images of different people and their lives. The childminder generally uses resources well to help children achieve planned goals in learning. Children enjoy learning about the lives of others and the wider community. Good relationships built with parents mean that the childminder develops a good understanding of each child's background and needs. Children are encouraged to recognise the differing needs of people and to enjoy the diversity of life through celebrating festivals.

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the early years provision

Parents are very positive about the care their children receive. They write in glowing terms of their satisfaction and great confidence in the high quality care their children enjoy. She understands the importance of sharing information with all who care for children and is happy to act as a go-between for parents and other settings attended by minded children. The childminder maintains all necessary records and documents carefully and shares them in a confidential manner with parents. She organises her practice very well to offer best care to children. She has a clear ethos of offering minded children the same quality of care as she does her own children. Parents are delighted about this and comment very positively on the homely and exciting care their children enjoy. She has made a careful reflection and evaluation of her practice and identified areas for future developments and welcomes further opportunities for training. She clearly demonstrates good

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and outcomes for children

Children make good progress in relation to their starting points. The childminder keeps learning journals for each child, which are beautifully illustrated with photographs and written narrative descriptions of their achievements. Although she does not yet identify next steps in learning for each child, she has a clear knowledge of children's interests and uses this to plan activities. For example, the childminder clears the floor whilst older children eat lunch at the table and the baby delights in having the space to show off her crawling skills and exploring new places. The older children delight in watching her and proudly explain how they This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 have helped teach her! A toddler sits with the older children and thoroughly enjoys being one of the 'big ones'. The childminder is skilled at organising activities to meet the needs of children at different ages and stages of development. Children

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and outcomes for children

mix happily and support each other. For example, older children carefully bounce alongside the toddler on the trampoline and make sure she is safe. The childminder encourages children's speech and language through everyday play. A baby making car noises whilst playing with a steering wheel toy as the childminder talks to her about going in the car to collect older children from school. Older children are very confident and happy to explain their play and games. They draw and write whilst chatting with the childminder and the toddler happily and skilfully holds a pen to make marks like the bigger children. Children are happy and confident learners, eager to explore and excited by the play and games they share with each other and the childminder. They develop good skills to support their future learning.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn about keeping themselves safe through the clear and simple rules and explanations offered by the childminder. For example, a toddler climbs onto a booster chair to draw at the table and immediately fastens her seat belt with help from the childminder who praises her for remembering. They all enjoy a healthy lifestyle, freely playing in the garden and benefiting from fresh air. Children are challenged when playing on large equipment in nearby parks. They understand they need to wash hands before eating and quickly recognise their individual towels and flannels on clearly marked pegs in the cloakroom. The childminder provides healthy and nutritious food consistent with their individual dietary needs. Children are kept safe from cross infection through sensible cleaning routines and a policy to exclude children with infectious illnesses. There are robust systems in place to record medication and accidents and parents give written consent and

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and outcomes for children

guidance where needed. Children generally behave extremely well, they learn to consider others and understand that their behaviour may affect others. The childminder is fair and gives clear explanations of the standards of behaviour expected. She uses a positive and calm approach to managing behaviour. Children are happy, settled, and show a great sense of belonging to the household. They are happy to share ideas and flourish in the care of the thoughtful and well- informed childminder. 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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