Childminder in Devon

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18/09/2012 Not Applicable

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: Not Applicable How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children 2 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 2

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This provision is good

 Children are settled and clearly feel secure having only been in the childminders care for a short period of time.  The childminder provides a range of interesting activities that engage children's interest to explore and further promote their learning and development.  The childminder's passion and her proactive practice, enables her to plan for improvement in the service she provides.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 Initial information gathering has limited detail in relation to identifying children's current stage of development at home.

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Information about this inspection

Inspections of registered early years provision are scheduled:  at least once in every inspection cycle. The current cycle ends on 31 July 2016  more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged as inadequate  brought forward in the inspection cycle where Ofsted has received information that suggests the provision may not be meeting the legal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage; or where assessment of the provision identifies a need for early inspection  prioritised for inspection where we have received information that the provision is not meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and which suggests children may not be safe  at the completion of an investigation into failure to comply with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Information about this inspection

The provision is also registered on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. This report includes a judgment about compliance with the requirements of that register.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed areas children accessed, 'messy room' lounge, kitchen bathroom and bedroom

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at detail information obtained from parents and provided to parents

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at previous and current children's assessments and planning documents.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives with her partner in Yealmpton, Devon. Children use all areas of the home and a garden is available for outdoor play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She currently cares for two children, both of whom are in the early years age group. The childminder's home is within walking distance of local amenities such as play parks. She is able to take and collect children from the local primary schools.

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 work in greater partnership with parents to increase the information gathered in relation to children's starting points to aid planning opportunities to develop children's progress fully

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who attend

The childminder uses her knowledge of child development effectively to ensure children she cares for progress well given their age and developmental stage. The childminder plans activities, which aid all children's development and progress. The use of treasure boxes engages children well and provides opportunities to explore and play with the interesting range of items.

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who attend

The childminding arrangements have only recently commenced. The childminder has thorough documentation and her 'settling in' practices gained clear information from parents about their child. However, this is predominantly around their individual care plans and routines. Although she used her own observations to identify next steps, referencing Development Matters guidance relevant to each individual child. She effectively shares records with parents of their child's individual learning journal and through daily discussions. For example, the childminder is working with parents to encourage children's physical development, stretching, rolling and standing. To aid this practice she has placed resources and positioned her furniture to further encourage children's development. The childminder has accessed additional resources to aid her knowledge of 'baby sign' and develop additional communication skills particularly for the younger children.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

The childminder's enthusiasm for activities she plans with the children engages them well. She organises the day to enable children to explore, make additional choices as they play independently. Children become engrossed in playing with a small roll of sticky tape, as they unravel, crinkle it, and stick it to their jumpers. The childminder observes children as they play independently, she encourages them to press, push and pull as items whizz round creating patterns and making sounds. Young children settle quickly for their routine sleeps during the day. Falling asleep in the childminder's arms and remaining settled when laid down. This shows children are happy and secure in her care. The childminder ensures children know where and why she is going to leave the room, giving them the opportunity to come with her. Children from a young age are encouraged to share, as the childminder suggests passing bell shakers to

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provision

The childminder is passionate about her provision. She is enthuses as children achieve progress and develop. Her records show all how she ensures all areas of learning are equally covered. Records for the current children she cares for are limited in quantity due to the short time they have been with the childminder. However, already record next steps identified to aid children's development. Previous children's records available at inspection show children reach suitable levels of development.

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provision

The childminder has developed a comprehensive range of policies and procedures to underpin her practice, such as the procedure to safeguard the children in her care. Fire drills conducted with the children, she evaluates the evacuation process and develops to aid smoother and safer evacuation.

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provision

The childminder since registration has attended various course to update her practice. She regularly visits childminding groups for additional support and other sources such as reading materials and the internet to further develop her knowledge. The childminder reflects on her practice, identifying strengths and areas for future development. Such as, making use of areas within her home to create a 'messy room' and accessing training for two-year old progress checks.

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provision

Daily diaries, verbal communication and children's learning journals are shared with parents. This two-way sharing of information enables the childminder to be familiar with home practices and provide appropriate and consistent care for each individual child. The use of questionnaires gives parents the opportunity to share their views on the service the childminder provides.

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provision

As yet the childminder has not been required to work with other agencies or other early year's providers. However, she recognises the importance of working in partnership with others to meet children's individual needs and provide consistency in their care.

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The Childcare Register

The requirements for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are Met The requirements for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are Met

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Grade Judgement Description

Grade 1 Outstanding Outstanding provision is highly effective in meeting the needs of all children exceptionally well. This ensures that children are very well prepared for the next stage of their learning. Grade 2 Good Good provision is effective in delivering provision that meets the needs of all children well. This ensures children are ready for the next stage of their learning. Grade 3 Satisfactory Satisfactory provision is performing less well than expectations in one or more of the key areas. It requires improvement in order to be good. Grade 4 Inadequate Provision that is inadequate requires significant improvement and/or enforcement. The provision is failing to give children an acceptable standard of early years education and/or is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be inspected again within 12 months of the date of this inspection.

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Grade Judgement Description

Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider does not meet the requirements for registration.

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Inspection

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under Sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and care, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY442710 Local authority Devon Inspection number 786184 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

set out in the guidance ‘raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted', which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk.

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Type of provision

For the purposes of this inspection the following definitions apply:

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Type of provision

Full-time provision is that which operates for more than three hours. These are usually known as nurseries, nursery schools and pre-schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the higher fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Sessional provision operates for more than two hours but does not exceed three hours in any one day. These are usually known as pre-schools, kindergartens or nursery schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the lower fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Childminders care for one or more children where individual children attend for a period of more than two hours in any one day. They operate from domestic premises that are usually their own home. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Type of provision

Out of school provision may be sessional or full-time provision and is delivered before or after school and/or in the summer holidays. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. Where children receive their Early Years Foundation Stage in school these providers do not have to deliver the learning and development requirements in full but should complement the experiences children receive in school. 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,

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Type of provision

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Type of provision

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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