Childminder in Derbyshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY442165 Inspection date 09/08/2012 Inspector Tracey Boland

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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 partner and three children aged three, 11 and 12 in Church Gresley, Swadlincote. The whole of the ground floor and first floor bathroom are used for childminding. There is direct access to the setting and a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder is able to take and collect children from local schools and pre-schools. The family have a dog and a cat.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than two may be in the early years age range. There are currently two children attending who are within the Early Years Foundation Stage, both of whom attend on a part-time basis. The childminder also offers care to children aged over five years to 14 years. She is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and children who speak English as an additional language. She 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 happy and settled in the childminder's care and lovely relationships have been formed. They are safeguarded at all times through the routines that are in place to ensure their safety. The childminder observes children's achievements and links them to their developmental stage although she does not use the information consistently to plan for their future learning needs. Parents are kept informed about their child's day and detailed information is obtained about their child's needs and routines. The childminder continues to develop the use of self- evaluation and seeks the views of the parents which are used to develop her service further.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the use of planning to ensure that it follows children's particular interests and takes account of their individual learning needs  improve the systems for the organisation of the setting by developing the use of self-evaluation to support ongoing improvements.

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the early years provision

The childminder provides a welcoming, child friendly environment and lovely relationships have been formed with the children. All required information is held This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 by the childminder and she gains a firm understanding of the child's needs, likes, dislikes and preferences through discussions with parents. The childminder demonstrates a very good understanding of her role and responsibility with regard to protecting children in her care from abuse and neglect. A written child protection policy is in place and shared with parents. Routines ensure that children are never left unattended with unvetted adults and identification is sought for any visitors to the home.

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the early years provision

Parents are provided with well-written policies and procedures and time is spent discussing the childminder's ethos of care during their initial meetings. Children become confident within her home through the gradual settling-in procedures that are in place. Parents are made fully aware of the process to follow should they have any issues or concerns and communication books keep them informed and up-to-date about their child's day. Children enjoy an environment that is relaxed, safe and spacious allowing free movement within the areas available to them. They access the outdoors on a daily basis and spend time in the garden using a variety of equipment and resources. Risk assessments ensure all aspects of the care and routines are safe and suitable for children.

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the early years provision

The childminder has experience of caring for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and she demonstrates an understanding of the need for cohesive working between parents, herself and any other professionals involved in their lives. Relationships and systems for communication with local pre-school groups have not yet been established as she is not caring for children that attend other provisions. However, the childminder is enthusiastic in her approach to this, should the need arise as she continues minding.

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the early years provision

The childminder is aware of the importance of self-evaluation and has begun to reflect on the service she provides to identify the strengths and areas for development in her practice. Good communication takes place with parents and their verbal and written views are sought but processes for using this information to influence practice are not yet securely embedded.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has formed very strong relationships with the children she cares for and understands their likes, dislikes and individual needs. She ensures that she discusses their individual requirements with parents. Although she plans for each month these do not always take account of children's immediate future learning needs and therefore these may not be addressed. Observations and assessments of the children involved in play are completed and photographs are provided that reflect the children's enjoyment in their learning. These are linked to children's individual developmental stages of development. Children's confidence and self- esteem are continually encouraged through the praise and positive reinforcement received from the childminder. They respond well to requests made of them and all children are encouraged to take turns and share the resources. The childminder is calm and consistent when dealing with minor behavioural issues and they soon

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and outcomes for children

pass. Children learn about diversity and the wider world through discussions, This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 activities and accessing resources reflecting positive images of race, culture, gender and disability, which she continues to develop. Their understanding of the various cultural events that are celebrated throughout the year is broadened through discussions and celebrations and children try foods from different countries.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy playing with a variety of age-appropriate resources and activities which are freely available and take account of the varying ages of the children. They explore textures for art and are motivated and enthusiastic when painting, using a variety of colours and brushes that are freely available. The childminder encourages their recognition of colours and their understanding of numbers is also encouraged through counting the paints while they pour them into their painting trays. Children enjoy role play and use dressing-up clothes and materials to extend their imagination. Their enjoyment of books is encouraged and they are able to look at them with the childminder or alone. This further supports their understanding that print carries meaning and their recognition of letters.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy plenty of fresh air and go for walks in the local area and visit the local parks, feeding the ducks and using the large climbing and play equipment. They learn the importance of exercise and develop their physical skills when using the large climbing equipment at the park. Their smaller muscles develop through using pens, crayons and scissors and they gain good control and coordination. Interaction between the childminder and children is very good and she talks to them, giving them choices and encouraging their language skills by reinforcing key words and those that relate to their play. Affection is readily given and received.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn about safety within the home and a clear evacuation procedure is in place to ensure they exit the home in the event of an emergency. Road safety is reinforced when out and children learn the importance of holding hands, looking both ways before crossing the road and not talking to people they do not know.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn about healthy eating through discussion and foods are provided that take account of their individual dietary needs. They learn good hygiene routines and the older children access the bathroom independently taking care of their own personal needs. Younger children use wipes for their hands and faces. The childminder demonstrates appropriate procedures for nappy changing which are sensitive to the needs of each child and ensures their comfort and dignity are maintained. 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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