Childminder in Birmingham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY343722 Inspection date 06/04/2011 Inspector Kashma Patel

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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 2006. She lives with her husband and their adult son in the Bourneville district of Birmingham. There are shops and schools within easy walking distance. The whole of the ground floor and the bathroom on the first floor are used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children any one time and is currently minding two children in the early years age on a part-time basis. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory part of the Childcare Register. She also cares for children over five years old.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder walks children to local schools and pre-schools. She also attends local pre-school groups and the children's centre. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association and she has a level 2 qualification in early years.

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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 are adequately cared for in a warm and welcoming environment where they are respected and valued. They enjoy a suitable range of play opportunities and activities which enable children to make satisfactory progress in the six areas of learning. Children are generally safe and secure in the home, where most aspects of their welfare are adequately promoted. Most polices, procedures and documentation promote children's welfare and safety. Good partnerships are in place to promote children's learning and appropriate procedures are in place to liaise with other settings children attend. A system for self-evaluation is in its early stages; however, the childminder is able to identify some areas for further development, which improves outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 update the record of the risk assessment clearly stating when it was carried out, by whom, date of review and any action taken following a review or incident (Documentation). 29/04/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 use assessment to plan the next steps in a child's developmental progress to This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 ensure each child receives appropriate support  ensure regular evacuation drills are carried out and details recorded in a fire log book of any problems encountered and how they were resolved  develop further systems for children who attend more than one setting to ensure effective continuity and progression by sharing relevant information with each other and with parents  develop further children's awareness of information technology and improve the selection of programmable toys to support children's learning.

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the early years provision

Appropriate steps are taken by the childminder to ensure that the children in her care are suitably safeguarded. She has a satisfactory understanding of child protection issues and knows the signs and symptoms of abuse or neglect. She is aware of the procedures to follow should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. All household members have appropriate Criminal Records Bureau checks and evidence of this is held on file. The childminder carries out daily written checks on all areas of the home and has safety equipment in place, such as, fire guards, smoke alarms and safety covers in the rooms. A risk assessment is in place which covers outings and all areas accessible to children. However, the record does not contain information about when and by whom assessments are carried out. This is a breach of the welfare requirement, which is not being met and compromises children's safety in the home. In addition to this, children do not have

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the early years provision

opportunities to learn about fire evacuation procedures, so are unaware of what to do in an emergency situation.

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the early years provision

Children access a suitable range of toys and resources which are appropriate to support their individual interests and development. Toys are safe and accessible, which enables children to make choices over their play and learning. Children learn about different cultures and religions as they access a satisfactory range of toys and resources.

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the early years provision

Partnerships with parents are good. They receive both daily verbal and written information on their children's care and progress. Learning journals are made accessible to ensure parents are kept well informed of their children's progress. Children attend other settings which deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder talks to staff about children's general care, but does not have a system to continue their learning when in her care.

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the early years provision

Systems for self-evaluation are in the early stages. However, the childminder is able to identify some of her strengths and areas for further development. She has updated her policies and has completed several courses which have improved her knowledge and skills. The childminder receives regular support from her development worker from early years and attends the local children's centre. These measures demonstrate that the childminder has the capacity to maintain continuous improvement. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and have a secure relationship with the childminder, who is caring and sensitive to their needs. She plans an adequate range of activities which enable children to make satisfactory progress in the six areas of learning. Planning is based on children's interests and ideas. The childminder carries out regular observations on children, but does not always use this information to plan for the next stage in their learning. The childminder is aware of what children need to do next, however, systems for assessments are also not in place, which means not all future learning priorities are identified. Currently, children only attend one morning a week.

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and outcomes for children

Children develop their confidence and independence as they select toys and decide where to play with them. At lunch time children help to prepare the soup and ladle it into their bowl. Children enjoy songs, rhymes and stories which promote their vocabulary and communication skills. They experiment and express themselves through different media, such as paint and dough. They play with the shoe house, carefully placing small world figures inside. Children use various puzzles and construction toys to learn about numbers, colours and shapes. They learn about big and small as they compare objects together. Children have some access to the computer, which promotes their understanding of technology; however, they do not have electronic toys or equipment to promote their awareness of how things work. Positive behaviour is encouraged through consistent praise and encouragement. Children learn to share and take turns with toys and their efforts

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and outcomes for children

are rewarded with praise. Children learn about diversity though a satisfactory range of activities and resources, such as, books, dolls and puzzles. At the local park children feed the ducks and use the climbing equipment to develop skills in balance and coordination. In the garden children use a good range of equipment to peddle and make marks with chalks on the ground. Children learn how to keep themselves safe, for example, the childminder talks to children about road safety when on outings and children know they have to hold hands. This encourages children take responsibility for their own safety.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder provides children with a well balanced and healthy diet which meets their individual requirements and promotes their good health. They choose from a wide selection of fresh fruit and have free access to drinks, which ensures they do not get thirsty. Children develop a good understanding of how to maintain their own health. They sit at the table to eat and know to wash their hands before food and after using the toilet. The childminder reinforces children's understanding of hygiene as they draw germs and talk about them with the childminder. 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 2 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 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: 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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