Tranter, Susan Jane

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 May 2015 17 January 2011

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

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

 The childminder has not responded to a written complaint within the required timescale of 28 days.  The childminder does not always share details about children's progress with other settings they attend.  Children's early-reading skills are not fully supported as there are few printed words or labels on display.

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It has the following strengths

 Children are settled, confident and happy. They demonstrate warm and caring relationships towards the childminder and each other.  The childminder observes children and uses this information to plan activities based on their interests and next steps in learning. She provides toys and resources, covering all areas of learning, which are appropriate for their age and ability.  The childminder observes children and uses this information to plan activities based on their interests and next steps in learning. She provides toys and resources covering all areas of learning which are appropriate for their age and ability.  The childminder carries out regular risk assessments to identify and minimise potential risks to children. Policies and procedures are in place with regard to accidents and the administration of medication. The childminder is trained in paediatric first aid.  The childminder is well qualified and the quality of teaching is generally good.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 ensure any written complaints are fully investigated and complainants are provided with the outcome of the investigation within 28 days of having made the complaint.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 build on partnerships with other settings with regard to sharing information about children's skills and knowledge, to provide continuity in learning  provide more opportunities for children to read familiar words and labels to support their early-reading skills and increase their understanding that print carries meaning.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 inform the parent who made the complaint (in writing or by email if the parent requests this) of the outcome of the complaint, within 28 days of the date the complaint was made (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  inform the parent who made the complaint (in writing or by email if the parent requests this) of the outcome of the complaint, within 28 days of the date the complaint was made (voluntary part of the Childcare Register).

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at the childminder's self-evaluation form, a selection of policies and procedures, qualifications and suitability to work with children.  The inspector looked at children's records, observations and assessments.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written comments provided for the purpose of the inspection.  The inspector observed play and learning activities, and spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at the childminders record of complaints and her procedure.

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who attend. This requires improvement

The childminder gathers a wide range of information about the children when they first attend. She uses the information to identify children's starting points and to plan activities for children based on their individual needs. Parents are informed of their child's next steps in learning and provided with ideas about how to support their child's learning at home through daily diaries and discussions. The childminder accompanies children during transition visits to school. However, she does not always share information with regard to children's abilities to promote continuity in learning. Children enjoy using their imagination in the garden as they set up a tea party and talk about the ingredients they will need in order to make cakes. Their communication and language skills are promoted well. The childminder encourages good speaking and listening and extends their learning by asking questions. She helps children to link sounds to letters as they learn to write their names

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who attend. This requires improvement

and complete alphabet jigsaws. This develops their literacy skills. Children are able to independently access resources which are stored in clear plastic boxes. However, resources are not labelled and there is little text displayed elsewhere. This limits opportunities for children to develop an understanding that print carries meaning and to begin to recognise and read familiar words.

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requires improvement

Children play together, sharing and taking turns with the resources. They behave well because the childminder praises children's efforts and gently reminds them of the house rules to ensure their safety. Healthy and nutritious snacks and meals are provided. Children with any special dietary needs are catered for. The childminder ensures children learn to manage their own personal hygiene and understand the importance of washing their hands. Children learn to dress and put on their own shoes which develops their independence. The childminder takes them to local groups where they enjoy socialising with other children. She takes them to collect older children from school. This prepares younger children emotionally for the next stage in their learning, as they become familiar with the school buildings and staff. Children engage in regular exercise as they play in the well-equipped garden and visit local parks.

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provision requires improvement

The childminder has a reasonable understanding of the learning and development requirements and the safeguarding and welfare requirements. However, when a complaint was received, the childminder did not respond to this in writing within the required timescales. This has resulted in a breach of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. The childminder has started to evaluate her provision and gathers the views of parents through written comments and questionnaires. She has identified the need to improve her knowledge and skills through further training and is looking to access relevant courses. Parents are complimentary about the childminder's service and state that they would highly recommend her.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY363183 Local authority Warwickshire Inspection number 873633 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 17 January 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2007. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3. She supports children who speak English as an additional language.

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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.

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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.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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

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