Childminder in Doncaster

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27 July 2015 24 March 2009

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Inadequate 4

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Inadequate 4

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Inadequate 4

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

The setting does not meet legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is inadequate

 The childminder does not make accurate assessments of children's learning. She does not use observation effectively to identify what children have learned and what their next steps in learning are. Planning is not effective in matching activities to children's individual needs, which means that they make limited progress.  The quality of teaching is weak. The childminder and her assistant's interactions with children do not always enhance their learning effectively.  Parents are not encouraged to be involved in their child's development. They are not asked about their child's abilities on entry or about their learning at home. Parents do not know what their child is learning because next steps are not identified frequently enough by the childminder.  The childminder does not seek written consent from parents to administer non- prescribed medication.  The childminder does not understand the requirement to complete a written summary

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This provision is inadequate

of children's progress between the age of two and three years. Therefore, not enough information is provided to determine whether children are working within their expected range of development for their age.  The childminder does not put appropriate arrangements in place for the supervision of her assistant, to improve for the quality of care and learning for children.

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It has the following strengths

 Children have access to daily fresh air. They use various toys and climbing equipment in the garden to practise their physical skills.

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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

 improve knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements and plan challenging and enjoyable adult-led and child-initiated experiences which cover all seven areas of learning, to enable children to be well prepared for their move on to school  improve the quality of teaching, in order to help children to learn effectively and make good progress  obtain information from parents about children's starting points and ensure parents are aware of children's next steps, in order to support learning at home  obtain parents' written permission to administer non-prescription medication and keep a written record every time medicine is administered to a child  improve understanding of the requirement to review children's progress when they are between the age of two and three years, and provide parents with a short written summary highlighting children's achievements and any areas where their development

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

is less than expected  provide support and coaching to assistants, in order to ensure that they offer quality learning and development experiences for children.

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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

 keep records of the following and retain them for a period of two years: any medicine administered to any child who is cared for on the premises, including the date and circumstances and who administered it, including medicine which the child is permitted to self-administer, together with a record of a parent/guardian/carer's consent (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  keep a record of the following and retain them for a period of two years: a daily record of the names of the children looked after on the premises and their hours of attendance (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  keep a record of the following and retain them for a period of two years: a daily record of the names of the children looked after on the premises and their hours of attendance (voluntary part of the Childcare Register)  keep records of the following and retain them for a period of two years: any medicine

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

administered to any child who is cared for on the premises, including the date and circumstances and who administered it, including medicine which the child is permitted to self-administer, together with a record of a parent/guardian/carer's consent (voluntary part of the Childcare Register).

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the main playrooms and outside.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector asked the childminder questions about her practice at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector spoke to the assistant during the inspection.  The inspector spoke to the childminder about how she assesses children's learning and plans for their individual progress.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability of all household members and the childminder and her assistant's qualifications. She also looked at the childminder's self- evaluation form.  The inspector took account of parents' written views on the quality of the provision.

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who attend. This is inadequate

The childminder's understanding of the learning and development requirements is poor. Children are not adequately supported to reach their full potential or prepared for their next stage in learning. Teaching is weak overall because children's individual learning needs are not accurately known or planned for across all areas. The childminder does not use observation to routinely identify children's next steps in learning. She does not provide children with an appropriate mix of adult-led and child-initiated activities, which limits the progress they make. Children play with animal figures and roar like dinosaurs and lions. Children enjoy creative activities. However, they are not always given opportunities to express their own thoughts or ideas. This is because the childminder's assistant tells children where to put the resources on the card. The childminder asks children questions about the crafts they are using. However, she does not always give them time to think

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who attend. This is inadequate

and answer before she responds to her own question. Strategies for engaging with parents about their child's learning and development are weak.

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inadequate

Children's well-being is compromised because the childminder does not always ensure their safety with regard to administering medication. Children play well together and their behaviour is good. The childminder and her assistant provide a warm and nurturing environment in which children can relax and feel at home. Children seek cuddles from the childminder, which shows that they feel safe and have formed secure emotional relationships. They enjoy healthy meals and snacks of fresh fruit. Children have a go at putting on their own shoes. They learn good hygiene practices, washing their hands before food and after going to the toilet. Children are emotionally prepared for their move on to school. They become familiar with the school routine and teachers, as they walk to and from school with the childminder.

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provision is inadequate

The childminder does not seek parents' written permission to administer non-prescribed medication to children. This has a significant impact on the well-being of children. The childminder understands how many children she may care for at any one time and records the attendance of children within the early years age range. The childminder does not have an accurate understanding of what children can do. She does not make precise assessments of all children's learning to recognise their progress or emerging concerns. Consequently, some children are not reaching expected stages of development, particularly in their communication and language, and there are gaps in their learning. The childminder is qualified and has undertaken training to support her in her role. This is currently ineffective in ensuring that she provides a high-quality provision. The childminder does not provide her assistant with specific targets so that he can reflect on, and improve

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provision is inadequate

his practice. Self-evaluation is weak and does not ensure that areas of the provision requiring improvement are identified. Relationships with other providers are adequate. The childminder and her assistant know what to do if they have a concern about a child in their care.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY383943 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 858848 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 15

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 24 March 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2008 and lives in Armthorpe, Doncaster. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with her husband, who is an assistant. She holds a relevant qualification at level 3.

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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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