Childminder in Birmingham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19/11/2012 17/11/2009

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: 2 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 thrive within a safe, secure and supportive environment where their individual care needs are well met.  Well-established and personalised routines help babies and children to feel content, safe and secure.  Children are happy, settled and display a sense of belonging.  A wide range of fun activities capture children's interests and imagination and support their good progress towards the early learning goals.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 Opportunities for children to become actively involved in story time sessions have not been fully embraced.  There is more scope for children to help prepare food to support their knowledge of healthy eating and personal health.

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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 activity indoors and outdoors.  The inspector held a series of discussions with the provider.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at children's assessment records, planning information and a range of other documentation.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector took account of the information included in the setting's self- evaluation document.

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Information about the setting

The childminder was registered in 1994 and lives with her adult child in the Selly Oak area of Birmingham. The whole ground floor of the home is used for childminding, with access to the bathroom on the first floor. Access to the property is via a small step at the front entrance. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. Local shops, parks and schools are within walking distance. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There are currently four children on roll. The childminder holds a full and relevant childcare qualification and is a member of a recognised childminding association.

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

 extend and develop the use of puppets and props in order to consistently encourage young children's concentration and interest in stories

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

 extend opportunities to involve young children in preparing food.

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who attend

The childminder's key focus is to enhance children's learning through play. The educational programme is delivered using a mixture of child-initiated play and adult-led activities which span all areas of learning. Resources are easily accessible, and children develop decision-making skills and independence as they self-select, help to set out activities, and tidy away. All children and their families are included, valued and feel safe. Children are treated as individuals and are listened to and respected. The childminder is committed to ensuring that children are cared for appropriately for each family. Children are wholly supported at times of transition and their personal care needs are consistently met.

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who attend

Children are afforded plenty of time to play and explore within a well-resourced and stimulating environment. They sing songs, experiment with musical instruments and perform action rhymes. Books excite young children's curiosity, and they enjoy listening to stories. However, the childminder does not consistently enhance young children's concentration and involvement by making story times more interactive through the use of puppets and props. Imaginative play is popular and children dress up, push toy cars around the play mat and build stories around their small world toys. Children are very creative and take pleasure using glue, stencilling, painting, using play dough and designing masks.

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who attend

Children adore trips and outings to places of local interest. They kick up the leaves, spot squirrels, feed the ducks and talk about the weather at the local park. Children collect items of interest,, such as conkers, leaves and twigs, and they happily search for bugs. In addition, children take pleasure riding the bus, visiting the library and looking around the pet shop. Children enjoy baking activities, such as making cakes and cookies and decorating biscuits with icing. However, there is more scope to involve them in routinely preparing snacks to spark their interest in healthy eating and their personal health and self-care. Children move towards independence as they learn to do things for themselves.

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who attend

Children play and learn in a warm, welcoming family home. Relationships are strong, and the childminder's practice is based on a secure understanding of how to promote children's learning and development. The childminder uses her knowledge of what each child enjoys doing and their current level of development to plan the activities, equipment and best approach. Ongoing observations are carried out, and the childminder draws conclusions from what she has seen to make an assessment. As a result, planning reflects children's individual needs and interests, and learning is accurately focused. Children enjoy their time at the provision and receive appropriate challenge.

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

The childminder demonstrates a firm commitment to ensuring that children feel happy, secure and comfortable. Care practices are good and children form secure attachments, which promotes their well-being and independence. Children develop a positive sense of identity as the childminder encourages, listens and responds to their communications. Flexible plans reflect children's current interests, and consequently their learning is purposeful and progressive. The childminder is knowledgeable about the children in her care and observations are used to track their progress. Parents are kept involved and informed through the use of childminder/parent contact books and ongoing dialogue.

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

Children display a good awareness of what constitutes a healthy lifestyle. They adopt effective personal hygiene routines, demonstrate a positive approach towards eating healthily and benefit from ample fresh air and exercise. Action songs encourage children to learn about the body. They have regular access to the childminder's garden where they enjoy sand and water play, engage in gardening activities, such as growing cress, and use the play apparatus. Children gain a good understanding of safety issues as they grow. They learn about road safety, practise the emergency evacuation procedure and respond well to the simple daily routine.

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provision

All documentation required for the safe and efficient management of the provision is in place. Practice is fully inclusive and the childminder has valuable experience of caring for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. The childminder takes all necessary steps to safeguard and promote the welfare of children in her care. An effective safeguarding policy is implemented and the childminder's knowledge of child protection is fully up to date. Thorough risk assessments are conducted and include everything with which a child may come into contact. Self-evaluation is good and the childminder demonstrates a positive approach to reviewing her practice. The childminder has developed strong relationships with parents and engages in ongoing communication during arrival and collection times. A wealth of thank you cards and testimonials show that parents value the high levels of care and education their children

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provision

receive. Partnerships in the wider context make a strong contribution to children's achievement and well-being. The childminder has established good links with the local nursery and other childminders, and routinely complements children's learning by finding out about current themes and topics. The childminder is passionate about her role and creates a happy, home-from-home atmosphere.

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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 504727 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 887090 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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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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