Childminder in Buckinghamshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15/07/2013 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

 Children are happy, content and settled in the childminders care. They have a warm bond with her and are keen to learn.  Children enjoy a broad range of activities, play experiences and outings.  Children are developing well as independent learners. The childminder allows them to take responsibility for simple tasks to promote their independence.  Children's communication and language is well promoted. The childminders positive interaction encourages young children's language development.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 Parents are not always fully supported in extending their children's learning at home.  Children have few opportunities to explore early writing skills in their play.

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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

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Information about this inspection

 scheduled more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged 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 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  scheduled 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 children interacting with the childminder and in their play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector sampled the childminders documentation and children's development records.  The inspector spoke with parents about the childminder's service.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2013 on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The family live in High Wycombe in Buckinghamshire. The whole of the childminder's home is available for minding. However, children will mainly have access to the living and dining rooms, washing and toilet facilities are on the same level. There is a secure area of the rear garden for children's outdoor play. The childminder's home is within walking distance of parks, shops and schools. There are currently two children on roll in the early years age group.

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

 strengthen the two-way flow of information to enable parents to extend their children's learning at home

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

 extend opportunities to children to explore early writing skills in a range of activities.

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who attend

Children are happy, settled and content in the childminder's care. She has a warm and welcoming approach and as a result children enjoy their time with her and have fun. The childminder has a secure understanding of children's starting points and has worked closely with parents to ensure children are well settled.

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who attend

The childminder has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage. She plans activities to meet the individual interests, routines and needs of the children. Overall, she has a good understanding of children's backgrounds and uses her knowledge of their starting points to plan around children's individual needs. Children are keen to learn and take part in their play. They are happy to play together or independently alone. They are making good progress in relation to their starting points. The childminder teaches children successfully and adapts activities so that all children are included and can learn at their own pace.

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who attend

The children have access and enjoy a range of activities and toys that cover all seven areas of learning and regularly go on outings. However, opportunities for children to experience early writing skills during their own play are not always supported. Children ride their bikes, climb in the garden and splash in the paddling pool to develop their physical skills. Younger children push buttons on a talking teddy bear to build on communication and language skills. The childminder talks calmly and positively to the children encouraging them to use language in their play. The childminder supports children in preparing for school or the next stages of their learning. There are systems in place to complete the two year progress check and involve parents in the process.

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

Children play happily in stimulating, well-resourced and welcoming environments in both the indoors and outdoors. They have lots of space to move around which promotes their physical well-being and development. Children are confident and have secure bonds with the childminder. The childminder plans effectively for settling in visits to further develop her understanding of children's individual needs. She has a good understanding of their routines. As a consequence, children thrive as the childminder follows these to support their well-being. Children learn about what acceptable behaviour is because the childminder is consistent in her approach. As a result, they behave well and are responsive to the clear and consistent boundaries employed by the childminder.

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

The children are cared for in a safe and healthy environment. The childminder carries out regular safety checks to ensure children remain safe at all times. The childminder prioritises children's well-being and has a good awareness of children's care needs whilst allowing children to take risk for themselves. For example, she supports a young child to use push along toys whilst out in the garden.

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

Children gain a secure understanding of healthy lifestyles. There are effective hygiene procedures in place and children are offered a healthy and balanced diet. The childminder further develops children's growing independence by allowing children to help prepare lunch. Children are developing their own understanding of hygiene routines, for example, knowing about washing hands prior to eating and after using the toilet. The childminder makes good use of local venues, such as parks and toddler groups, which extend children's social and physical development. She also uses these outings to prepare the children for the next stages in their learning.

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provision

All required documentation is in place to help the childminder meet the children's needs. The childminder has a good understanding of the welfare requirements of the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage. She acknowledges her responsibilities to safeguard children and understands the procedures to take should she have a concern about a child in her care. The childminder holds a current first aid qualification. She is vigilant concerning safety issues and interacts well with children to promote their understanding of how to stay safe. Risk assessments for the home and outings help to keep children safe.

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provision

The childminder effectively evaluates her practice and is extremely motivated to secure her own improvement. She is committed to further training to update her skills. The childminder is confident to acknowledge her strengths and has clear plans for her future development and training. There are positive relationships with parents who receive timely feedback about their children's accomplishments on a daily basis. They have good opportunities to share their views of the service offered at the monthly meetings.

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provision

The childminder carries out planning and assessment on all children and this is recorded and monitored to ensure there is an accurate understanding of the children's skills and progress. However, a system for collecting and updating information from parents is not consistent to enable all parents to fully contribute to their child's learning at home. The childminder builds close relationships with parents and keeps them well informed about her setting, the child's well-being and what they have been doing. Daily discussions and diaries are welcomed to maintain a two-way flow of information. It is clear from parents that they are very happy with the care their children receive. The childminder has some systems to work in partnership with other professionals and providers and these are in the early stages.

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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 action. 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 EY457103 Local authority Buckinghamshire Inspection number 901175 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 8 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 ‘Complaints procedure: 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, which are usually the childminder’s 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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