Hardiman, Janet Mary

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 June 2015 7 May 2009

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

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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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 fully completed the process for notifying Ofsted of using an assistant to work alongside her. This also breaches the requirements of the Childcare Register.  The childminder does not always fully support children to control their direction and speed when using ride-on toys. This reduces the opportunities for them to understand how much space they need and develop skills in negotiating obstacles and using the space available.  The childminder has not fully established ways of evaluating all aspects of the provision to ensure she fully meets all the requirements.

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It has the following strengths

 The childminder clearly recognises and values each child as an individual. Children respond very positively to her friendly, caring manner. This actively supports their emotional well-being.  The childminder provides a wide variety of good quality, easily accessible toys and resources. This effectively promotes children's independent choices in play.  The childminder recognises each child's developmental stages, effectively monitors their achievements and promotes their progression. This actively supports children's good progress and preparation for school.  The childminder clearly understands safeguarding procedures and holds children's safety and well-being as a priority. She knows what to do if she has any concerns about a child in her care. This effectively promotes their welfare.

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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

 provide Ofsted with the required information to enable them to conduct suitability checks on anyone working on the premises.

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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

 develop children's awareness of how much space they need so they can develop their skills and extend their physical development more effectively  make better use of self-evaluation to identify the strengths and weaknesses of all aspects of the provision.

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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

 ensure Ofsted is informed of the name, date of birth, address and telephone number of any person working with children on the premises (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  ensure Ofsted is informed of the name, date of birth, address and telephone number of any person working with children on the premises (voluntary part of the Childcare Register).

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the children's interactions in their play, indoors and outdoors.  The inspector sampled documentation, such as operational policies and procedures and required records.  The inspector took into account the written and spoken views of parents.  The inspector discussed children's development and viewed their learning journals.  The inspector observed the childminder working with her co-childminder.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder is qualified and experienced, and understands how to motivate and interest children in play through well-planned activities. She provides a good range of resources and activities for children who prefer to learn in the outdoor environment. Children enjoyed scooping up the coloured sand and became absorbed in transferring this from one container to another. The childminder encouraged children to count how many scoops they needed to fill their buckets. She actively promoted children's enjoyment of stories as they eagerly used related props to act this out. Parents spoke extremely positively about the childminder saying she always involves them in their children's learning and asks for their ideas. This effectively provides a consistent approach for children.

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good

Children settle quickly to play and are happy and content. The childminder actively encourages their understanding of keeping fit and healthy through discussion and lots of outdoor play. She actively promotes healthy eating as children help her grow strawberries and beans, and eat healthy snacks. The childminder practises fire drills with children regularly, which contributes to how children learn about safety. The childminder praised older children for holding their younger friend's hand when taking them to the garden. This effectively helps children gain confidence and positive self-esteem.

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provision requires improvement

The childminder is not fully aware of all her responsibilities in meeting all the welfare requirements. She has not provided Ofsted with all the required information to ensure correct procedures are promptly completed for assessing the suitability of an assistant. However, this does not compromise children's safety as the assistant is not left unsupervised with children and she is qualified in childcare. In addition, she has a current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) suitability check. The childminder understands the importance of meeting the requirements and intends to take action immediately. The childminder is aware of her responsibility to monitor the work of her assistant. She provided an induction to inform her of her responsibilities and shared policies and procedures. The childminder discusses good practice to promote continuity. She reflects on her practice but does not always evaluate all aspects of her provision. She actively

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provision requires improvement

seeks further training and this has increased her understanding of supporting children with additional needs. The childminder has improved her practice since the last inspection by developing links with other settings children attend. She liaises with local reception teachers on children's learning, to help children achieve a smooth move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 141049 Local authority Dorset Inspection number 841458 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 12

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1982. She lives in Shaftesbury, Dorset and works with her husband, who is also a registered childminder. On occasion, she also works with an assistant. The childminder operates Monday to Friday, all year round. She receives funding to provide free early years education for children aged two, three and four years old. The childminder holds a Level 3 childcare qualification.

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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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