Childminder in Bath and North East Somerset

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY441814 Inspection date 23/07/2012 Inspector Debbie Starr

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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 husband and one child aged one year in Stockwood, Bristol. Most areas of the childminder's home are available for childminding. Children can access designated areas in the garden. The family have a number of pets, including a bearded dragon lizard, two royal pythons, a gecko, a cat and fish. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time; of these, two may be in the early years age range. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is currently caring for three children within the early years age range. Of these, one child attends on a full-time basis. The childminder makes use of local facilities including childminding groups at local Children Centre's and local community farms.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has a satisfactory knowledge of how to promote children's learning, although her systems for assessment are not sufficiently developed and she does not fully promote children's awareness of diversity. Most required documentation is maintained, although she does not keep a record of when medication is administered. She builds sound relationships with parents, but these do not focus sufficiently on children's learning and development. The childminder is aware of her responsibility to make links with other early years providers that children also attend. She has begun to reflect upon her practice, but this has not yet had a significant impact on the outcomes for children. She demonstrates a satisfactory capacity for continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 keep written records of all medicines administered to children and inform parents (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register). 23/07/2012

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further the use of observations and assessment to clearly identify children's next steps in learning in order to plan activities that offer suitable challenges This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  develop further systems for monitoring and evaluating practice to identify the setting's strength's and priorities for development that will improve the quality of provision for all children  develop further the two-way flow of information with parents to promote a shared approach to children's care, learning and development  provide regular experiences to help children to understand diversity, celebrate aspects of their own diverse cultural backgrounds and those of others.

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the early years provision

The childminder has appropriate arrangements in place for safeguarding children. Children are safeguarded because the childminder has a sound knowledge of child protection issues and understands the procedures she should follow if she has a concern about a child. The childminder regularly monitors safety equipment, carries out daily visual checks and appropriate risk assessments. These help to ensure children are safe in the home and on outings. The childminder knows the children and is able to meet their individual needs well overall. Most required records relating to children are appropriate and shared with parents. The childminder has not, however, kept a record of any medication administered. This is a breach of the statutory requirements. She obtains written permission to administer medication and ensures children's health needs are met. Good quality toys are set out at floor level and stored in organised boxes. This enables children

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the early years provision

to make choices that reflect their interests. Children gain an awareness of their local community through their social experiences. They begin to gain an understanding about diversity as they play with some appropriate resources. However, children do not participate in regular activities that reflect their diverse cultural backgrounds or promote an awareness of the wider world.

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the early years provision

The childminder builds positive relationships with parents. They appreciate the care she gives to their children. She keeps them informed of her practice through written policies and procedures and a clear display of information. The childminder exchanges information about children's well-being and interests through discussion and weekly e-mails. Parents share information about their children when they first start. However, this ongoing exchange is not sufficiently focused on their development. There are no children currently on roll who attend other early years providers, although, the childminder is aware of her responsibility to make links with other early years providers that children also attend.

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the early years provision

This recently registered childminder has begun to reflect upon her practice. She seeks the views of parents and gains advice from some childminding colleagues. In addition, she uses some ideas gained at the annual childminding conference. She has identified future areas for improvement, however, the impact on the outcomes for children is not yet evident. The childminder demonstrates a satisfactory capacity and commitment to continuous improvement. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children are secure and enjoy their time with the childminder, because she forms close attachments with them and meets their individual needs generally well. They make satisfactory progress in their learning and development. The childminder has a sound understanding of how children learn and develop overall. She has started to observe what children know and do and links her observations to the areas of learning. Her system of assessment, however, is not wholly secure as she does not gain information that is sufficiently focused on children's interests and development when they first start. She also does not yet make effective use of her observations to evaluate and clearly identify children's next steps in learning in order to offer suitable challenges to them. As a result children's achievements are not tracked effectively from their initial starting points and next steps in development are not effectively planned for. Children make choices from good

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and outcomes for children

quality toys that interest them, such as a play doctor's kit. However, planned activities are not appropriately challenging and as a result children's interest is not sustained. Children enjoy looking at books and magazines about favourite characters. They listen to stories, respond to questions and are encouraged to repeat words. Children make marks and give meaning to them as they prod dough and use chalk on a board. Children start to make choices using laminated cards and are encouraged to sing nursery rhymes. Children are introduced to number and shape through their play. Children have additional opportunities to participate in messy and creative play at a number of local children centres.

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and outcomes for children

Children develop an appropriate understanding of healthy lifestyles. They are encouraged to drink during the day from drinking beakers and enjoy nutritious and balanced food throughout the day. Children enjoy fresh air as they go on local walks, play outside at different groups they attend most days and visit local community farms. Young children develop good hygiene routines with support, such as hand washing. Practice of the evacuation procedures promotes children's understanding of how to evacuate the premises in an emergency. Conversations with the children promote their understanding of personal safety when crossing roads and when negotiating stairs. Children show they are secure with the childminder and are beginning to display a sense of belonging. Children respond positively to the childminder's calm, consistent care and this promotes their self- esteem well. Children are encouraged to play cooperatively and share and are

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and outcomes for children

starting to develop attachments 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 3 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 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 3

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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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Records to be kept) (also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register). 23/07/2012

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Records to be kept). 23/07/2012

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