Setting

Inspection report for early years provision

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EY333638 Unique Reference Number 22 November 2006 Inspection date Salma Raquib Inspector

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Childcare Type of inspection Childminding Type of care

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This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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ABOUT THIS INSPECTION

The purpose of this inspection is to assure government, parents and the public of the quality of childcare and, if applicable, of nursery education. The inspection was carried out under Part XA Children Act 1989 as introduced by the Care Standards Act 2000 and, where nursery education is provided, under Schedule 26 of the School Standards and Framework Act 1998. This report details the main strengths and any areas for improvement identified during the inspection. The judgements included in the report are made in relation to the outcomes for children set out in the Children Act 2004; the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding; and, where nursery education is provided, the Curriculum guidance for the foundation stage. The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration or 1 April 2004 whichever is the later.

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

For more information about early years inspections, please see the booklet Are you ready for your inspection? which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are good. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder was registered in 2006. She lives in a three bedroom, three storey local authority flat close to Peckham in South East London. She lives at the property with her family . The childminder is qualified to NVQ level 3. She is registered to care for three children under eight . Currently there are two children on roll. Children are taken to local resources on a daily basis.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is good. Children enjoy a wide range of physical outdoor activities on a regular basis which contributes to their good health. They walk to and from school and regularly play in the garden where they

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Helping children to be healthy

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 are able to learn new skills, for example, playing on the swing, climbing and jumping from the climbing frame. This helps children to grow in confidence and self-esteem. They are becoming increasingly aware of the effect exercise has on their bodies and know when to take a rest or a drink.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children are cared for in a warm, clean home where good hygiene practices are promoted to reduce the risk of cross-contamination. The older children have a good understanding about germs and how they can be passed from one person to another. The children wash their hands before meals, after playing in the garden and using the bathroom.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. The childminder identifies and minimises risks for children in the home. This means children are able to move around safely, freely and independently. The childminder teaches children road safety whilst out in the community, for example, whilst walking to the park, shops and library.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children independently select activities from a wide range of good quality toys and equipment, which meet safety standards. The childminder carefully monitors and supervises children’s choice of toys to make sure they are safe and appropriate for their age and stage of development. The childminder safeguards and promotes children’s welfare and has some of the required procedures and documents in place. For example, the childminder holds a current first aid certificate and has a secure understanding of child protection procedures. As good practice the childminder will teach children the emergency evacuation procedure. As a result children will know what to do in an emergency.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. The children enjoy attending the provision as they feel at home and part of the family. They settle quickly and select their chosen activity from the good range of toys and equipment available, playing imaginatively with the resources and creating their own games and ideas. The children regularly participate in messy play and outdoor activities, for example, climbing frame, slide, balls and bike. They explore nature whilst out in the community such as looking, smelling and feeling the leaves, plants and trees under the careful eye of the childminder, learning about the different plants. The childminder helps the children to develop their all round skills praising and encouraging their achievements. Outings to local resources aid children's social and physical development.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The childminder has the Birth to three matters framework and she will obtain further training to incorporate the information in her childcare. As this will enhance her business.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is good. Children are valued, respected and treated as individuals. The children develop an understanding of other people and the world around them through the use of a range of readily accessible resources promoting positive images, for example, books and dolls. All the children are encouraged to be independent and make their own choices.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children are very confident in their surroundings. They have a good relationship with the childminder and her children making them feel safe, secure and part of the family. The childminder provides a friendly, stimulating and comfortable atmosphere. All the children are fully aware of the house rules, play co-operatively together, share, take turns and behave well .

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Organisation

The organisation is good. Children are well cared for and benefit from an organised environment. An organised port folio including clear written policies and procedures is readily available to parents providing them with detailed information about how the childminder organises her business and provides suitable care for the children. She has well organised records, suitably filed and stored to maintain confidentiality. The childminder regularly attends training to update her knowledge and skills, for example, the childminder has attended First aid training and has obtained a Diploma in home based childcare. This has enhanced her childcare practice.

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Organisation

The provision meets the needs of the range of children for whom she provides.

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Complaints since the last inspection

Since registration there have been no complaints made to Ofsted that required the provider or Ofsted to take any action in order to meet the National Standards.

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Complaints since the last inspection

The provider is required to keep a record of record of complaints made by parents, which they can see on request. The complaints record may contain complaints other than those made to Ofsted.

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Complaints since the last inspection

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are good. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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The quality and standards of the care

To improve the quality and standards of care further the registered person should take account of the following recommendation(s): • make sure children know and practise the emergency evacuation plan • develop knowledge and understanding of the Birth to three matters framework to further enhance childcare business

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The quality and standards of the care

set out in the leaflet Complaints about Ofsted Early Years: concerns or complaints about Ofsted's role in regulating and inspecting childcare and early education (HMI ref no 2599) which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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The quality and standards of the care

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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