Childminder in West Northamptonshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21/02/2013 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

 The childminder provides a secure environment. This enables children to feel safe, happy and settled as they can explore and investigate in the homely environment.  The childminder acts as consistent role model to skilfully help children develop their understanding about sharing, turn taking and being kind to each other.  The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She completes regular observations and assessments, and identifies their next steps in learning.  Children's individual needs are well met because the childminder establishes good two- way communication with parents.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 Children are not fully aware of the toys and resources available in order to make choices and decisions in selecting toys, activities and resources.  Children have fewer opportunities to express their creativity through the use of music, rhythm and dance.

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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 play in the sitting room, conservatory/dining area.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed hand washing and nappy changing and children having their snack and lunch.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke and observed the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector examined documentation, including children's records, observations, assessments, and policies.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector took into account the views of parents through letters, which they left for the inspector.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives with her partner and child in Didcot, Oxfordshire. The childminder is within easy travelling distance of the town centre and other amenities. The ground floor of the home is used for childminding and an upstairs bedroom for daytime rest if required. The enclosed back garden is available for outdoor play. The childminder has a pet rabbit and fish. There are currently four children on roll; of these, three are in the early years age range. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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

 increase opportunities for all children to make choices and decisions about toys and resources by using pictures, real objects and signs alongside words in both the indoor and outdoor learning environments

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

 develop opportunities for children to express their creativity through the use of music and dance, extending their variety of sounds and introducing them to rhythm.

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who attend

Children clearly enjoy their time at the setting. They have good opportunities to make independent choices as the childminder sets up the home prior to their arrival. Children's creativity and decision making is well supported by the wide range of toys and creative activities available to them in low-level boxes. However, children are not always aware of all available resources. For example, illustrated and written labels are not in place to help them make independent choices and help them learn that words carry meaning.

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who attend

The childminder effectively extends children's language as she communicates to them consistently and encourages them to imitate sounds. Such as 'fish' when they exploring water toys. She skillfully asks children questions to promote their understanding and listening skills, such as what does the water taste like. Older children are asked questions to make them think, and solve problems. For example during a story time, she will ask them what they think will happen next in a story. Children have good opportunities to develop their mathematical development, as the childminder uses everyday scenarios to promote learning. For example, how many pieces of bread they will need at snack time. Children's physical skills are very well supported in the home as they excitably enjoy playing in tents and crawl through tunnels. Young babies confidently pull themselves to standing and have ample space and resources to develop their walking.

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who attend

Children enjoy exploring and developing their sense and creatively daily. They take pleasure in creating pictures with paint and pens and explore water, pasta and dough, on regular basis. Younger children show interest in exploring everyday objects in the sand. They enthusiastically bang the metal pots together and find differently textured shells. Children enjoy listening to music when watching their favourite programmes on the television. However, they have less opportunity to express their creativity through activities involving music, dance and rhythm.

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who attend

The childminder has an accurate understanding of how children are progressing. She completes regular observations, assessments and tracking documents to show how children are developing. The childminder then uses this information to identify the next steps in children's learning and development. The childminder works closely with parents to find out about their child's starting points and enable them to be fully involved in their children's care and learning.

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

The childminder interacts with the children's very well. She successfully supports their self- confidence, by meeting their needs and following to their individual daily routines. Consequently, all children settle well in the childminder's care. The childminder enhances children's learning well, as she participates in their play, supporting their needs, likes and interests with readily accessible toys and resources.

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

Children are happy, settled and at ease in the childminder's home. They confidently explore the environment and interact well with the childminder and their friends as they play and share toys in harmony. Children of all ages develop strong attachments to the childminder. They seek approval for pictures they have created and readily cuddle her when they are feeling tired. Children behave well as the childminder gives each child a good amount of attention. This, along with a good range of effective praise and encouragement successfully develops the children's self-esteem and confidence.

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

The childminder helps children to be independent and look after their own personal needs. She skillfully celebrates their achievements, such as feeding themselves independently and putting on their own shoes. This helps them to feel happy to develop their skills, ready to move onto pre-schools and school. Children are beginning to develop a good awareness of what constitutes a healthy diet, as the childminder provides a good quality range of snacks and lunches to meet children's dietary requirements. Children's health is well supported, as the home is very clean and well maintained.

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provision

The childminder has an accurate understanding of safeguarding and her responsibilities to protect children. She knows the procedures and action to follow if she was concerned about a child's welfare. The childminder has a good quality range of written policies and procedures in place. These are supported comprehensive records of children's attendance, accidents and medication which are used successfully to support children's welfare.

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provision

The childminder regularly reviews and reflects upon her practice to monitor children's progress, make continuous improvement and meet the needs of all children she cares for. Through discussion, she seeks the views of parents and children to aid her good quality provision and enhance plans for the future. The childminder accurately uses the 'Development Matters in the Early Year Foundation Stage' guidance to guide her with planning activities and monitoring children's progress. She is keen to develop her already good strategies and proactively seeks further training to enhance her skills.

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provision

The childminder works closely with parents and ensures that all parents receive verbal communication at the end of the day of the child's well being and achievements. The childminder does not currently care for any children who attend other early years settings. However, she is aware of the importance of partnership working to promote continuity of care for children.

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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 EY450387 Local authority Oxfordshire Inspection number 881858 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 5

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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: 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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