How to be an Outstanding Childminder
1st Edition
Published on 7. April 2009
152 pages
978-1-4411-3679-4 (ISBN)
Description
Since Ofsted introduced its new graded system in April 2005 there has been increasing pressure on childminders to prove that they are running an 'outstanding' business. Many parents admit that they would not even consider a childminder who has not at least achieved a 'good' grading and they are prepared to pay more money and travel further to secure a place with an 'outstanding' provider.
This book, written by a practising childminder who has herself achieved an outstanding grade for her childcare service, shows how it is possible to show the Ofsted inspector that you are worthy of the highest award for your childminding service.
Topics covered include:
- What to expect from your inspection
- Regulations and legislation
- Your responsibilities to parents and children
- What the Early Years Foundation Stage means to Childminders
- Achieving the Every Child Matters Outcomes
- Essential paperwork and checklists
- Reflecting on your practice
This guide is packed with practical advice, along with exercises to test your knowledge and understanding of what is expected from you during your inspection.
This book, written by a practising childminder who has herself achieved an outstanding grade for her childcare service, shows how it is possible to show the Ofsted inspector that you are worthy of the highest award for your childminding service.
Topics covered include:
- What to expect from your inspection
- Regulations and legislation
- Your responsibilities to parents and children
- What the Early Years Foundation Stage means to Childminders
- Achieving the Every Child Matters Outcomes
- Essential paperwork and checklists
- Reflecting on your practice
This guide is packed with practical advice, along with exercises to test your knowledge and understanding of what is expected from you during your inspection.
Reviews / Votes
"...written by practising childminder Allison Lee, who has been running a childminding business for 14 years and has herself achieved an 'outstanding' grade for her childcare service. In clear, readable language Allison covers topics...The book is filled with handy hints and practical guidance, together with exercises to test your knowledge and understanding of what is expected of you during your Ofsted inspection." "...the book is useful to a childminder who is studying for an NVQ level 3, a qualification that is to be compulsory for all childminders. It gives some basic background information on relevant legislation and direction for further research. The book is constructive for childminders who want to ensure that they are meeting the EYFS criteria." Nursery World, November 2009 "This book is a must for childminders. There is so much useful advice in this book. I have found it very helpful as a reference guide while working on my Level 3 in Childcare. Would definitely recommend purchasing this book."More details
Edition
1. Auflage
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
ISBN-13
978-1-4411-3679-4 (9781441136794)
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Person
Allison Lee has been working in the childcare industry for almost 25 years and has a wealth of experience in nursery management. She owns and runs a small chain of nurseries, and her business has been rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted.
Content
Acknowledgements
Introduction
Chapter 1 Ofsted
The aims of the registration system
The grading system
Regulations and legislation
Disqualifications
Chapter 2 Professionalism
Understanding the requirements of registration
Insurance
Employing suitable people
Your responsibilities to parents
Your responsibilities to children
Chapter 3 Your Inspection
The inspector - friend or foe?
What to expect from your inspection
How to impress the inspector
Keeping the children entertained during your inspection
Chapter 4 Early Years Foundation Stage
What the Early Years Foundation Stage means to childminders
The Early Years Foundation Stage pack
Producing evidence to support your practice of the Early Years Foundation Stage
Chapter 5 Achieving the Every Child Matters Outcomes
How can childminders help children to be healthy?
How can childminders help children to stay safe?
How can childminders help children to enjoy and achieve?
How can childminders help children to make a positive contribution?
How can childminders help children to achieve economic well being?
Chapter 6 Planning for Children
The importance of planning
Writing and implementing curriculum plans
Observing and assessing children
Chapter 7 Essential Paperwork
Contracts and how to complete them
Record forms and how to complete them
Medical forms and how to complete them
Attendance registers
Accounts
Diaries and what to include
Writing policies
Safety checks
Fire drills
Chapter 8 Checklists
Safeguarding
Information and complaints
Premises and security
Outings
Equality of opportunity
Medicines
Illness and injuries
Food and drink
Smoking
Behaviour management
Suitable People
Safe recruitment
Chapter 9 Moving on
Thinking about making changes?
Ways to expand
When to inform Ofsted
Chapter 10 Evaluation Outstanding?
What next?
Reflecting on practice
List of useful websites
Introduction
Chapter 1 Ofsted
The aims of the registration system
The grading system
Regulations and legislation
Disqualifications
Chapter 2 Professionalism
Understanding the requirements of registration
Insurance
Employing suitable people
Your responsibilities to parents
Your responsibilities to children
Chapter 3 Your Inspection
The inspector - friend or foe?
What to expect from your inspection
How to impress the inspector
Keeping the children entertained during your inspection
Chapter 4 Early Years Foundation Stage
What the Early Years Foundation Stage means to childminders
The Early Years Foundation Stage pack
Producing evidence to support your practice of the Early Years Foundation Stage
Chapter 5 Achieving the Every Child Matters Outcomes
How can childminders help children to be healthy?
How can childminders help children to stay safe?
How can childminders help children to enjoy and achieve?
How can childminders help children to make a positive contribution?
How can childminders help children to achieve economic well being?
Chapter 6 Planning for Children
The importance of planning
Writing and implementing curriculum plans
Observing and assessing children
Chapter 7 Essential Paperwork
Contracts and how to complete them
Record forms and how to complete them
Medical forms and how to complete them
Attendance registers
Accounts
Diaries and what to include
Writing policies
Safety checks
Fire drills
Chapter 8 Checklists
Safeguarding
Information and complaints
Premises and security
Outings
Equality of opportunity
Medicines
Illness and injuries
Food and drink
Smoking
Behaviour management
Suitable People
Safe recruitment
Chapter 9 Moving on
Thinking about making changes?
Ways to expand
When to inform Ofsted
Chapter 10 Evaluation Outstanding?
What next?
Reflecting on practice
List of useful websites
