Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY428901 Inspection date 01/02/2012 Inspector Angela Howard

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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 registered in 2011. She lives in Misterton, Doncaster with her husband and son aged 27 months. Their home is within walking distance of the local park, shops and schools. Minded children access the whole of the house, with toilet facilities and one bedroom on the first floor. There is an enclosed rear garden which is available for outdoor play. Care is offered from Monday to Friday all year round, excluding bank holidays.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for five children under eight years old at any one time. She is currently caring for one child in the early years age range. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is also registered to work with a co-childminder and assistant and may increase the number of children attending at these times. She is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

An ethos where children are warmly welcomed and every child is treated as unique is successfully promoted to ensure children's welfare and progress in their learning and development is good. Effective partnerships with parents support children's care and learning and help them to develop a strong sense of belonging. Planning for improvement is effective in enhancing the outcomes for children and the strong commitment to continual professional development strengthens this process.

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further?

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

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further?

 make more effective use of the outdoors to explore the six areas of learning to extend children's own play and learning.

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the early years provision

The childminder has good knowledge of child protection procedures. Parents have access to copies of her policy, which means they are clear about her role and responsibilities. This ensures she safeguards all children in her care. There are robust systems in place to ensure that people who have regular contact with children are suitable to do so. Robust and clear written risk assessments have been undertaken. As a result, all hazards have been identified and effective action is taken to manage or eliminate risks. Documentation is very well written and thoroughly organised, presented professionally and implemented rigorously. The This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 wide range of good quality resources are effectively used, are stimulating, rotated regularly and are well presented to the children. The childminder's knowledge about children's individual needs is very good and her focused approach means

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the early years provision

that children who need additional supervision and support are always fully included in all activities and experiences. She has extensive experience in working with children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Consequently, the children's unique needs are supported well. An effective settling in procedure is fully in place and there is an established system in place to gain information about children before they start at the setting, which includes their individual needs, home language, routines and starting points.

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the early years provision

From the outset of a placement, the partnership with parents is given high priority by the childminder. She ensures that she promotes a system that values communication and creates a sense of belonging for both parents and children. Parents share what they know about their child, particularly when the child first starts to attend. The use of daily diaries, texts and emails which hold detailed relevant information about daily activities and progress, means parents are fully involved in their children's care. There are currently no children who also attend other early years provision. However, the childminder recognises the importance of liaising routinely with other partners to ensure they are working cohesively to support children's learning and ensure they have joint aims and objectives. The childminder has a good understanding of her strengths and areas for improvement, showing a clear sense of purpose and direction. She is highly

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the early years provision

committed to continuous improvement, by developing her knowledge, reflecting on her practice, attending training and applying what she learns to enhance outcomes for children.

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and outcomes for children

The children have a wonderful time at the childminder's house due to the warm manner of the enthusiastic and dedicated childminder who has a good knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The good use of observations, planning and next steps enables the childminder to accurately assess their progress and make strong plans for their future learning. Children thoroughly enjoy playing with the musical instruments, rattling the shakers with gusto. They enjoy posting shapes and balls into toys and attempting to walk with push along toys. The children are developing strong personal and social skills in relation to sharing and playing cooperatively. The ongoing positive praise and encouragement enables the children to take responsibility for how they behave. This results in children feeling confident to explore, make decisions and relate well to others. Children enjoy listening to the childminder sing and show pleasure as they clap

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and outcomes for children

and smile. The children also develop good skills for the future as they learn about technology by using electronic toys with confidence and high levels of skill. Babies study the colourful shapes and toys with lights that flash. The childminder introduces simple primary colours and number as she talks to them. There is an abundance of equipment available for introducing the exploration of shape and size. Children are beginning to develop the skills necessary to put stacker cups on top of and inside each other in readiness for their next stage of development. As a This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 result of the positive experiences they are receiving at the setting, the children are making good progress in their learning. Children thoroughly enjoy their time at the childminder's house.

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and outcomes for children

Children adopt healthy lifestyles from an early stage due to consistent routines and practices. The childminder plans a menu based on using fresh ingredients and promoting at least five fruit and vegetables every day. The children learn, through daily routines, effective health and hygiene practices and the importance of personal hygiene. They develop independence and responsibility for their own self- care needs, such as, hand washing from a very young age. Children take part in a good range of outdoor activities, which contribute effectively to their overall good health. They go for walks in the community and visit the park to use large equipment, developing their physical skills and confidence as they play. However, the outdoor play, although often exciting, is not used to fully explore all the six areas of learning. Children learn effectively about what is dangerous and how to keep themselves safe. Clear explanations and relevant activities help children gain

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and outcomes for children

a good understanding about taking care of themselves and others. For example, sensitive reminders about rules help children to begin to take responsibility for keeping themselves and others safe. The childminder acts as a good role model, listening attentively and speaking with respect. She uses positive methods to manage behaviour, which results in children developing a good awareness of their place in society and ensures they are well equipped with the skills in order to secure future learning. 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 2 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 2 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 2 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 2

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 The extent to which children feel safe 2 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 2 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 2 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 2

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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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