Childminder in Derbyshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 02/09/2014 Not Applicable

p.1

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

p.1

This provision is good

 The childminder has a good knowledge of child development and how to teach young children. She delivers a range of stimulating activities that promote individual children's learning needs effectively.  Children are safeguarded well. The childminder supervises the children closely and ensures risks to their safety are minimised.  The childminder provides a stimulating, resourceful environment that allows children to make positive choices and develop independence.  Children, who speak English as an additional language, are well supported and feel valued and included as the environment is inclusive and meets their developing needs.

p.1

It is not yet outstanding because

 Children's understanding of the importance of good hygiene practices is not yet fully developed.  The effective systems for working in partnership with parents does not yet fully include information about how they can help support their child's learning at home.

p.1

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

p.2

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.

p.2

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.

p.2

Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the childminder's home.  The inspector observed children during activities both indoors and outdoors.

p.2

Inspection activities

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

p.2

Inspection activities

 The inspector checked evidence of suitability of the childminder to work with children and the childminder's self-evaluation form.

p.2

Inspection activities

 The inspector took account of the views of parents from information included in their written feedback.

p.2

Information about the setting

The childminder was registered in 2014 on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She lives in a detached house on the outskirts of Nottingham. The whole of the downstairs area and the bathroom and toilet on the first floor are used for childminding. There is an enclosed rear garden. The childminder lives with her husband and works with an assistant. She holds a recognised early years qualification. There are currently 12 children on roll, four of whom are in the early years age group. The childminder supports a number of children, who speak English as an additional language. She operates Monday to Friday, all year round, from 7am to 6pm, except for family holidays and all main bank holidays.

p.3

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

 enhance children's good hygiene practices through developing their understanding of why hand washing is important, to promote their health and well-being

p.3

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

 strengthen existing good partnerships with parents by providing them with information about how they can support their children's learning at home.

p.3

who attend

The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and completes regular observations of the children's learning. She receives information from the parents from the outset of care and observes the children's development to assess their starting points. The childminder knows her children well and records what they are working towards. As a result, the childminder has a clear picture of each child's current abilities and plans suitable next steps in their learning to move them on, for example, by adding new words to a visual diary used by children, who speak English as an additional language. Children are acquiring the necessary skills to make good progress towards their next stage in learning.

p.3

who attend

The progress check for children between the ages of two and three years, is completed by the childminder and covers a detailed summary of the child's learning. The childminder builds good relationships with parents that support children's overall well-being and education. The childminder communicates verbally on a daily basis about what children have been doing and she is aware of what they do at home, so she can plan complementary activities. However, information shared with parents does not yet consistently include guidance about how they can help support their child's learning at home.

p.3

who attend

Support for children's communication and language development is very good as the childminder supports and extends their vocabulary as they play. The childminder builds on the children's individuality to plan purposeful activities and experiences. For example, a map of the world shows where children come from and family pictures show the range of cultural backgrounds. The childminder uses an extensive amount of resources that promote English to children, who speak English as an additional language. As a result, children are making good progress in the communication and language development. Children have access to a wide range of books, which they access independently and enjoy looking at with the childminder. This enhances children's early literacy skills and provides them with opportunities to see pictures and learn about the wider world. The childminder provides opportunities for children to develop physically through the regular

p.4

who attend

use of local parks and the small rear garden. She supports children to explore and investigate nature and how things grow, for example, through planting vegetables. Children take an active role in watering these. This supports their understanding of how to care for living things. All these activities also ensure children are well prepared for the next stage of their learning, such as pre-school or school.

p.4

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

The childminder provides a safe and welcoming environment where children are happy and relaxed. The childminder has a very good understanding of their individual needs and routines and follows these at all times. For example, the childminder works closely with parents, so that she follows specific routines when putting children down for a nap. This means that children are rested and ready to play and learn when they wake. The childminder supports children's safety and welfare very well. She makes good use of risk assessments to help ensure that all areas are safe and secure at all times. This means that children can move about freely and in safety. The childminder supervises children well at all times, enabling them to investigate and explore with confidence. She teaches children about safety in the home and when on outings, helping them to learn how to keep themselves safe. Children are encouraged to wash their hands to promote good hygiene

p.4

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

practices. However, children are not always told of the importance of washing hands. Consequently, children's understanding of the importance of good hygiene practices is not yet fully developed.

p.4

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

The childminder provides nutritious meals and snacks for children throughout the day. Children have access to a low-level water fountain to help themselves to fresh water. This promotes children's healthy lifestyles and independence. Children have good opportunities to develop their physical skills. They benefit from fresh air and exercise in the garden and while going on outings to the local park. Children visit local groups with the childminder where they play with other children and develop their social skills. They behave well. Children are polite because the childminder reminds them to use their manners. For example, at mealtimes, children say, 'please' and 'thank you'. Children respond positively to the attention and praise they receive, which fosters their confidence and self-esteem. Through good use of praise, providing consistent routines and boundaries, children are developing a secure understanding of right and wrong.

p.4

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

Children are consistently encouraged to try things for themselves, which helps to develop their self-esteem and self-care skills. Resources are easily accessible at the children's level. Children choose what they want to play with by selecting pictures in a resource book and then matching this with the right box of toys. This means that children are independent and are able to make their own choices. Children hang their belongings on a peg with their picture and name on and sign in using pictures of themselves. As a result, children are developing a sense of belonging. These experiences help children to build their social confidence in preparation for when they attend other care settings, such as pre-schools or school.

p.5

provision

The childminder has a good understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She is very confident in quickly identifying children's individual needs and uses her documentation to track where they are in their development. The childminder uses this information to identify any area a child is less secure with, including their language and communication, so she is able to plan activities to help children to make secure progress in their learning and development. The childminder is vigilant and ensures that the premises are safe and secure at all times. She completes thorough risk assessments of all areas used by children, including any venues they may visit in the local environment. She has a clear understanding of her role to safeguard children, including child-protection issues. The childminder keeps relevant guidance and knows how to respond if she has a concern about a child. Well-maintained

p.5

provision

documentation and records help the childminder to support children's welfare.

p.5

provision

The childminder actively reflects on her provision. She reviews her resources, adding new play equipment to help her to support younger children's physical development. The childminder has implemented effective observation, assessment and planning systems and she reflects on ways to improve her systems. She uses her assessment arrangements effectively to help children progress, including those who speak English as an additional language. The childminder has good procedures in place to ensure her assistant understands her role and responsibilities.

p.5

provision

The childminder works well in partnership with parents. Parents speak highly of the childminder and the support that she gives their children. The childminder has put together an essential information file to inform parents about her childminding service and her business arrangements. This includes the policies and procedures she follows to support her practice, as well as information about planned outings and menus.

p.5

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

p.5

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 Requires improvement The provision is not giving children a good standard of early years education and/or there are minor breaches of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. We re-inspect nurseries and pre-schools judged as requires improvement within 12 months of the date of inspection. 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

p.6

Grade Judgement Description

is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be monitored and inspected again within six months of the date of this inspection. Met There were no children present at the time of the inspection. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not met There were no children present at the time of the inspection. The inspection judgement is that the provider does not meet the requirements for registration.

p.6

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.

p.7

Setting details

Unique reference number EY475683 Local authority Nottingham City Inspection number 960792 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 12

p.7

Name of provider

Date of previous inspection not applicable

p.7

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.

p.7

Type of provision

For the purposes of this inspection the following definitions apply:

p.7

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.

p.7

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.

p.7

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.

p.8

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,

p.8

Type of provision

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 4234, 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. To receive regular email alerts about new publications, including survey reports and school inspection reports, please visit our website and go to ‘Subscribe’.

p.9

Type of provision

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

p.9