Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 August 2015 30 September 2008

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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 failed to supply Ofsted, in a timely manner, with the information required so that suitability checks can be carried out on all people aged 16 and over living on the premises.  The childminder does not effectively use self-evaluation to identify areas of her practice that need improvement.  The childminder does not consistently use assessment of children's current abilities to effectively plan for the next steps in their learning. This hinders children's good progress.  The childminder does not always model good hygiene routines effectively to help children learn about keeping healthy.  The childminder does not maintain an attendance register that is fully reflective of the hours that children are attending.

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It has the following strengths

 The childminder develops good partnerships with parents and other settings the children attend. As a result, information is shared to promote continuity of learning.  The childminder provides lots of affection and attention to the children in her care. Therefore, children are emotionally secure and settle well.  Since her last inspection the childminder has completed a formal qualification in childcare. The knowledge and skills gained supports her to plan a range of activities that children enjoy. Children are keen to join in and make some progress in all areas of their development.  The childminder uses effective risk assessment of her home to ensure hazards are minimised so that children can play safely.

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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

 monitor and assess children's ongoing development precisely so that planned activities are linked to their next steps and provide a good level of challenge  maintain an accurate attendance register that is a true reflection of the hours children attend.

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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

 quickly identify weaknesses in practice and address these through targeted action plans that drive forward future improvement  model good practice that helps children to gain a better understanding of how to keep themselves healthy.

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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 action is taken in a timely fashion to ensure that the suitability of anyone aged 16 or over living on the premises is checked (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  keep a daily record of the names of children looked after on the premises and their hours of attendance (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  ensure action is taken in a timely fashion to ensure that the suitability of anyone aged 16 or over living on the premises is checked (voluntary part of the Childcare Register)  keep a daily record of the names of children looked after on the premises and their hours of attendance (voluntary part of the Childcare Register).

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the childminder and the children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector viewed the areas of the home used for childminding.  The inspector jointly evaluated an activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at children's learning and development records and the childminder's polices and procedures.  The inspector took into account the views of the parents by reading recently completed questionnaires.

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who attend. This requires improvement

Children generally enjoy their time at the setting. However, the childminder does not effectively use her assessments of children's progress to plan activities and experiences to support what they need to learn next. Consequently, children are not consistently engaged and motivated in their learning. Nevertheless, they develop basic skills that are appropriate for their age. Young children explore textures and have the opportunity to be creative during craft activities. Older children play cooperatively alongside younger children as they experiment with musical sounds and rhythms using drums and other instruments. The childminder uses some everyday opportunities to encourage young children with their mathematical skills. For example, she supports them to count how many strawberries and grapes they have in their bowl at snack time. Consequently, children are beginning to learn some of the skills they need to prepare them for school.

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requires improvement

The childminder knows the children well and plays with them during their chosen activities. She follows familiar home routines when they start by adapting the day to meet their needs. During activities the childminder doesn't fuss if children make a mess, allowing them freedom to express themselves fully. The childminder's house and garden are well resourced and children are able to choose independently from a wide range of activities and toys. Children's behaviour is managed well by the childminder. Children learn about exercise and living healthily during regular outings to the park and activity centres. A balanced diet including fruit and vegetables further supports their health and well-being. However, the childminder does not always model good hygiene routines, such as hand washing, well enough to help children learn more about keeping themselves healthy.

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provision requires improvement

The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge of safeguarding procedures and knows who to contact if she has concerns about a child. She has established good working relationships with parents and regularly shares information about children's learning and development with them. The childminder has a positive attitude towards her practice. However, she does not keep an accurate daily record of the hours that children attend, which means that in an emergency situation it would be difficult to establish whether all children had been accounted for. Furthermore, the childminder has not taken appropriate action to ensure that suitability checks for all members of the household are carried out in a timely fashion. The impact on children's safety is minimised because the childminder supervises children closely, and does not leave anyone alone with the children. The childminder does not reflect on the quality of her provision in order to fully assess her

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provision requires improvement

strengths and identify areas for improvement. This means she is unable to set challenging targets and plan priorities to develop and enhance her provision for children's care and learning further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY358400 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 873564 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 30 September 2008

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2007 and lives in Nottingham. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays. The childminder holds a childcare 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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