Setting

Inspection report for early years provision

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EY316720 Unique Reference Number 07 March 2007 Inspection date Janet Sharon Williams 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 November 2005. She lives with her husband and three children aged 18 months, 10 and 12 years. They live in Clapham in the London borough of Lambeth. The whole of the premises is used for childminding. The childminder has no garden, but makes use of the local children's playground and parks . The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. There are shops, schools, parks and public transport within walking distance.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is satisfactory. Children stay healthy because the childminder ensures they understand and follow good hygiene practises. For example, children know they must wash their hands after using the toilet,

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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 participating in outdoor play and before meals to avoid cross contamination. Children are provided with healthy snacks, such as fruit and cheese. Drinks are offered at regular intervals and they may request for one at any time.

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Helping children to be healthy

The childminder has an effective system in place to record accidents, incidents and medication. Although the childminder has an up to date first aid certificate and a well stocked first aid box to carry out appropriate first aid in event of an emergency; she has not obtained written permission for emergency medical treatment.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children enjoy outdoor activities, such as trips to the park and the local playground where they can run freely and enjoy physical play by making use of the climbing apparatus.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. Children are cared for in a warm, welcoming and safe environment through the childminder taking the necessary precautions to minimise accidents. For example, sockets not in use are covered, the gas fire in the lounge is inaccessible to the children and all windows are securely locked or have limited opening facilities. Children are kept safe on outings, for example, made aware of basic road safety.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children access and use suitable and safe equipment. The premises and resources are organised well to meet children's needs effectively. All toys and equipment are maintained and in very good condition. Children are able to help themselves to resources independently from storage boxes that are clearly labelled. Activities are provided to meet with the needs of the children being cared for and also stimulate their interest and learning. For example, children benefit from a good selection of board games, puzzles, dolls, construction toys, dressing up clothes, drawing and colouring materials and art and craft resources, such as coloured paper, card, glue and scissors.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children are protected because the childminder has a good understanding of child protection. For example, she is vigilant to suspicious marks and bruises and knows the procedure to follow in event of a child being abused.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. Children take part in a good range of indoor and outdoor activities. They initiate their own play independently from the wide range of toys and equipment, use resources creatively and imaginatively to develop their own ideas. For example, they enjoy and play with large construction bricks and build a large tower, paint and use craft materials to create colourful pictures and dress up in various national costumes.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

Children make positive relationships. They play happily co-operatively with their peers and the childminder. The childminder spends quality time with the children, such as reading stories, asking challenging questions about what they are doing and participate in competitive board

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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 games. She pays good attention to the children, engages them well in play and is fully aware of their individual needs.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is good. Children are very settled and comfortable in their surroundings because the childminder works well with parents to ensure she meets children’s individual needs effectively. Comprehensive terms of agreements between the childminder and parents are in place and reviewed annually. Parents interviewed are very happy with the care provided, information is frequently shared with them about their child's day. The childminder ensures children are looked after according to parents' wishes.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children are very well behaved, through being fully occupied. They understand responsible behaviour through the childminder taking time to explain right from wrong and teaching them boundaries. For example, children know the rules of the house, such as no jumping, kicking, and shouting and to share. They also receive good support which has a positive impact on their overall well-being.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children have good opportunities to relate well to others and to develop awareness of different cultures through resources and play materials that reflect positive images relating to equal opportunities. For example, they access dolls, dressing up clothes books and the childminder talks to the children about different cultures and ethnicity. However, the childminder has no resources to raise children's knowledge about disability.

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Organisation

The organisation is good. The childminder's practise promotes children's health, safety and enjoyment in a relaxed and organised setting. The childminder's ratio positively supports children care, learning and play. She also organises her time well, allowing children time for active and quiet play. Space and resources are appropriate for the children being cared for.

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Organisation

All of the mandatory paper work and most of the recommended records are in place and easily accessible. For example, the attendance register is accurate and up to date and permission has been obtained for outings. Children are well cared for because the childminder uses the information she holds effectively to promote their well-being.

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Organisation

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

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Improvements 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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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 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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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): • ensure written parental permission is obtained for emergency medical treatment. • provide a range of activities to raise children's awareness about disability

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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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