Childminder in Hampshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 January 2015 9 September 2009

p.1

3

Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

p.1

3

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Requires improvement The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Requires improvement The setting does not meet legal requirements for early years settings

p.1

This provision requires improvement. It is not yet good because:

 The childminder's safeguarding knowledge is not fully secure. She does not have a clear understanding of the procedures to follow should she have concerns about a child, or how to respond should an allegation be made against herself or a member of her household.  Children are not able to clearly access all the resources available to them and, therefore, are not always able to make independent choices about their play.

p.1

It has the following strengths

 The childminder supports children's learning and development through effective questioning, demonstrations and communication.  Children are settled in the childminder's care. As a result, they are emotionally secure and learn to behave well. Effective partnerships with parents support children's progress in learning.  Children have regular opportunities to be active. They go for walks in the local environment and use challenging play equipment at local parks.  The childminder demonstrates a commitment to improve and has made positive changes to her practice to raise the quality of teaching and learning.

p.1

What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage the provider must:

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

 develop a clear understanding of the procedure to follow should there be a concern about a child or in case of an allegation being made against any adult in the household.

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

 improve the organisation of the resources so that children can independently access and explore the activities available to them.

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Childcare Register the provider must:

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

 maintain an appropriate written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse or neglect (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  maintain an appropriate written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse or neglect (voluntary part of the Childcare Register).

p.2

Inspection activities

 The inspector carried out a tour of the premises with the childminder.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about children's engagement in activities, and their development and progress.  The inspector observed the childminder engaging in a variety of learning experiences with the children.  The inspector looked at a selection of documentation including children's learning journals, records and written policies.

p.2

who attend. This is good

The childminder understands how children learn. During the inspection children competently completed puzzles depicting people, demonstrating good coordination and matching skills. The childminder followed their interests, initiating discussions that promoted an understanding of size and shape. She extended this further by encouraging children to think about similarities and differences in the clothes people wear. This helped to promote children's understanding of diversity and cultural difference. The childminder establishes and maintains links with the local pre-school and school. This provides a consistent approach to children's care and learning needs. Children benefit from regular visits to toddler groups. This means they grow in confidence and develop their social skills, preparing them for school.

p.3

requires improvement

The childminder builds sound relationships with the children she cares for. For example, the children took part in imaginary games with the childminder, laughing and giggling and shouting 'boo' to 'wake her up'. The childminder is respectful towards children and encourages positive behaviour. She gently encourages the children to share resources when minor squabbles occur. As a result, children are able to adapt their behaviour and enjoy each other's company. The childminder provides age-appropriate resources that cover all areas of learning adequately. However, some resources are inaccessible. This means that children cannot select equipment to help them to develop independence or interests. The childminder encourages healthy eating. She explains the importance of healthy food as children help themselves to nutritious snacks. Children develop their physical skills and learn about personal safety using challenging play equipment at local

p.3

provision requires improvement

The childminder has completed safeguarding training and has an awareness of the signs and symptoms of child abuse. However, she is not fully aware of the correct procedures to follow should she have concerns about a child. In addition, she does not have a secure knowledge of the action to take should an allegation be made against herself or a member of the household. The childminder completes regular risk assessments in order to identify hazards and minimise these to promote children's safety. All recommendations from the previous inspection have been acted on. For example, the childminder carries out regular observations and monitors children's progress to form plans for their future learning. She actively seeks advice and support to enhance the quality of her practice. For example, she is currently receiving support from another childminder to further improve observation and assessment.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number 111697 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 816998 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

p.4

Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 9 September 2009

p.4

Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1994. She lives with two adult children in Alton in Hampshire. The premises are easily accessible and the ground floor is used for childminding, with toilet facilities upstairs. There is no garden but the children are frequently taken to the local park. The childminder attends local toddler groups on a regular basis.

p.4

Telephone number

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.4

Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. 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.

p.4

Telephone number

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.5

Telephone number

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

p.5