Childminder in Worcestershire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY429395 Inspection date 12/06/2012 Inspector Rachel Wyatt

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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

Children only attend this setting before and/or after the school day and/or during the school holidays. The judgements in this report reflect the quality of early years provision offered to children during those periods.

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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. He lives with his wife and son aged nine in a residential area of Bromsgrove, Worcestershire. The whole of the ground floor of the property and a first floor bedroom, study and bathroom are used for childminding purposes. There are shops and schools close by. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children aged from four to under eight years at any one time. He offers before and after school care. There is currently one child in the Early Years Foundation Stage on roll.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is able to take children to and collect them from local schools.

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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

Children enjoy being with the childminder. They make satisfactory progress and appreciate the relaxed family-orientated atmosphere and the fun, interesting activities he provides before and after school. The childminder's positive relationships with parents and his generally effective systems ensure children's needs are met, that they are safeguarded and are kept healthy and safe. However, although the childminder demonstrates an adequate capacity to improve, he is not confident about monitoring his provision. As a result, some priorities for improvement have been missed including a lack of required risk assessments, which is a breach of a specific legal requirement. There are other gaps in procedures and records relating to safeguarding and safety.

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further?

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

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further?

 conduct an annual risk assessment of the premises that identifies aspects of the environment that need to be checked on a regular basis (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register) 26/06/2012

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further?

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

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further?

 improve the safeguarding children policy to ensure that it is in line with Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures  carry out regular evacuation drills and keep a record of these and of any This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 problems encountered and how they were resolved  develop further the system of self-evaluation in order to identify strengths and weaknesses in order to maintain continuous improvement.

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the early years provision

Children are adequately safeguarded in most respects. The childminder has attended relevant training and has devised safeguarding policies and procedures which are available for parents' reference. However, he does not have ready access to local guidance and contact numbers, so children's welfare is potentially compromised if an urgent referral was required. In other respects, the childminder obtains all required agreements and information about each child before they start. He makes sure parents know about how he is registered, how his suitability has been checked and the training he has attended. Children receive care in a home that is safe and secure and are supervised well at all times. However, the childminder has not met the requirement to complete a written risk assessment of his house and garden.

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the early years provision

The childminder creates a welcoming, calm atmosphere. He ensures each child is included and that their individual needs are understood and met. He spends time with each child and is adept at reassuring and encouraging them. As a result, children feel valued and they become increasingly confident, resourceful and imaginative. They like being able to choose activities and toys themselves, and the childminder often provides new, interesting things to do, alongside everyone's favourites.

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the early years provision

Children and families benefit from the improvements the childminder has made since he registered. He has established positive links with the local school and with parents, ensuring consistency and continuity for children and peace of mind for families. The childminder's involvement in the school keeps him up-to-date with aspects of children's work, and parents appreciate his success in encouraging their children to learn spellings and to complete other homework. The childminder has also devised helpful policies for parents' reference. However, he has not implemented a rigorous system for monitoring and evaluating his childminding. As a result, he does not have an accurate appraisal of his strengths or of areas to develop such as his safeguarding and safety procedures, to improve outcomes for children.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and purposeful, enjoying the welcoming relaxed atmosphere where every child is encouraged to take full and active part in activities and routines. The childminder is friendly and supportive and successfully fosters children's enjoyment, cooperation and confidence. His procedures for promoting learning and development are informal but he is especially successful in fostering their personal, social and emotional development. Other areas of learning are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 fostered adequately so overall children develop satisfactory skills for the future. They are keen to take part in activities and are soon busily engaged. The childminder ensures activities reflect children's interests and he interacts well with them so they concentrate and are purposeful. Children confidently make choices about what they want to do and readily help themselves to games, toys and

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and outcomes for children

resources. They socialise well in a mixed age group, make friends and usually play harmoniously. Children behave well. The atmosphere is relaxed with the childminder ensuring they understand what is expected of them and what is happening next. As a result, children respond readily to his requests, they are helpful and take responsibility for their possessions.

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and outcomes for children

Children are confident and often expressive speakers. They chat easily to their friends, readily describe what they are making or drawing, and often discuss their ideas with the childminder and each other. Their numeracy and problem solving are fostered through fun games and in practical ways during play and routines. Children confidently use information technology, enjoying playing different games which reflect their interests, for instance in sport. Varied and interesting resources and the childminder's enthusiastic support encourage children's imagination and creativity. They enjoy drawing, colouring and making colourful collages and pictures.

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and outcomes for children

Children's welfare is generally promoted well. The childminder ensures he understands and meets each child's care, health, dietary and cultural needs. He obtains clear agreements from parents regarding their children's health and safety. He has a current paediatric first aid qualification and is able to give children prompt appropriate treatment if they have an accident, become unwell or need medication. Children have an appropriate understanding of how to be healthy. They know when and why they should wash their hands. They are physically active, enjoying games of football in the garden or using different apparatus at a nearby park. They make healthy choices about what to eat and drink during nutritious snacks and meals. Children are generally kept safe in the childminder's clean, comfortable and well-maintained home and it is clear children are confident and feel emotionally secure. They understand how to behave safely and sensibly

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and outcomes for children

when walking back from school or when playing in the park. However, the childminder has not carried out regular evacuation drills although he has devised suitable procedures. 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 2 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 (Suitability and safety of premises and equipment) (also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register). 26/06/2012

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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 compulsory part of the Childcare Register (Suitability and safety of premises and equipment). 26/06/2012

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