Childminder in Leeds

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY443207 Inspection date 21/08/2012 Inspector Linda Filewood

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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 husband in Tingley, near Wakefield. The whole ground floor, except for the dogs room in the childminder's house, is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is able to walk and drive to local schools to take and collect children. The family have two dogs and a turtle.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time, of whom, no more than three may be in the early years age range. There is currently one child attending in this age group. Children attend on a full and part-time basis. She also offers care to children over five to 11 years.

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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

The childminder's effective partnership with parents allows her to gather comprehensive information to meet each child's individual needs. Children enjoy their time with the childminder and are safe and secure at all times, as the childminder utilises detailed risk assessments. The childminder successfully promotes and plans for all aspects of children's welfare and learning. She has a good understanding of providing age appropriate activities to support children's learning and development so that they make good progress, in relation to their starting points. The childminder is fully aware of the strengths of her provision and is taking effective steps to continually improve her provision. She is continuing to evaluate and develop her new service and establish partnerships with the local school.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure systems are in place to regularly share information on children's development and any other relevant information when children attend several settings  develop self-evaluation in order to further identify key strengths and areas for improvement.

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the early years provision

The childminder's good range of clearly written policies and procedures fully support her working practice. She shares them with parents in a well-presented information file. The childminder ensures children's safety at all times through This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 close supervision and all necessary parental consents are in place. Appropriate safety features, such as, a safety gate across the kitchen doorway which denies children access to the area, are in place to protect the children. Thorough risks assessments of the setting and outings are in place. These ensure children are kept safe at all times and any potential hazards are identified and addressed. A fire evacuation plan is in place for the home, which the children practise so they know what to do in the event of a fire. The childminder is fully aware of the correct procedures to follow should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. She

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the early years provision

has attended training to make sure she has good understanding of safeguarding issues and procedures.

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the early years provision

The childminder makes good use of space to create a welcoming, child-friendly environment, both indoor and out. She provides children with good quality, age appropriate resources which they can freely and safely access. Parents receive plenty of information in a variety of ways about their child's daily activities, care and achievements. The childminder has received positive comments from them about the progress their child is making since being with her. The positive partnership with parents allows the childminder to gather information about the children's family background, care and developmental abilities before and during their time with the childminder. Consequently, the childminder is able to meet all the children's needs and is aware of any individual requirements, such as food allergies or preferences. The childminder understands the importance of developing a working partnership with other settings children also attend. She is

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the early years provision

looking to establish this to provide continuity in children's learning and development.

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the early years provision

The childminder shows good commitment to constantly improving her provision and improving the outcomes for children in her care. For example, she has increased her range of outdoor toys since registering and is preparing to put in patio doors to allow children easier access the garden. She has attended training in preparation for the revised Early Years Framework and has improved her understanding of how children learn and develop. The childminder is continuing to develop her existing evaluation systems and uses parental verbal feedback to support her in appraising her service.

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and outcomes for children

Children have sufficient space to move safely as their independent mobility, such as their ability to stand and crawl develops. They enjoy their time with the childminder and play in a secure environment. Children behave well and understand the rules the childminder has in place within her home to keep them safe. Young children express their own views confidently and are secure in their close relationship with the childminder. They happily smile, wave and blow kisses. The childminder offers children plenty of praise for their achievements and this helps them to develop their self-esteem. The childminder flexibly plans her daily activities around the children's routines for sleep and meals. She makes sure that activities are suitable for children's differing stages of development, interests and increasing abilities. For example, visits to a local soft play facility support young This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

children's physical and social development in a safe environment.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder makes good use of discussions with parents to gain an understanding about each child's abilities before they start attending. She makes very clear observation records of children's play across the six areas of learning. Consequently, children enjoy and learn through play which is suitable for their development. The childminder plans for the next steps in their development using the Early Years Foundation Stage guidance. As a result, children are making good progress in their development, according to their age range. The childminder shares children's progress with parents so that they are aware of their child's achievements.

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and outcomes for children

Young children enjoy playing in the home corner with pretend food and are beginning to develop their coordination skills as they use a spoon to stir a dish. They are beginning to form simple words and the childminder encourages their language skills by talking about the food they are playing with. Children enjoy exploring resources and the childminder plays with them to encourage them to try new activities, such as jigsaws. Resources are well placed and children can easily see what is available to play with, these include, resources to support children's understanding of similarities and differences. They provide the childminder with opportunity to help children understand the wider world and develop skills for the future. Children learn about their local environment through a good variety of trips, for example, to a local reservoir, where they enjoy going with the childminder to walk her small dogs. The increased range of outdoor play equipment in the garden

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and outcomes for children

provides children with a stimulating environment. They enjoy water play in hot weather and the sensation of the trampoline, which the childminder carefully supervises.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder follows good procedures to prevent cross infection and makes sure that her dogs do not pose a health or safety risk to children. Children have regular drinks to keep them hydrated and the childminder ensures they receive food provided by their parents. She confidently talks to parents about appropriate meals to supply for their child. Children are becoming confident at feeding themselves. They know that they must be securely fastened at all times in their highchair and the childminder encourages their good manners when she offers them their drink or food. 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 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 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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