Setting

Inspection report for early years provision

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EY334619 Unique Reference Number 07 February 2007 Inspection date Alison Romanczuk 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 first registered in 2006. She lives in a two bedroom, first floor flat close to Queens Road Peckham. She lives with her two young sons. The childminder visits local clubs and libraries. She is registered to care for three children from 0 to under eight years. There are currently two children on roll. The childminder is qualified to NVQ3 and has attended a wealth of training. She is an experienced childcare worker including four years working in local nurseries.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is good. Children play in an environment which is hygienic and well managed. They learn about keeping clean because the childminder encourages them in activities such as washing their hands regularly. Babies nappies are regularly changed in an environment which is clean and thereby

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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 prevents the spread of cross infection. Children's good health is further supported because the childminder uses clear policies, for example for medication consent and health and safety matters which she shares with the children's parents.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children benefit from a good well balanced diet. The childminder has trained in food hygiene and has created a menu which is displayed on her notice board. She knows the children's dietary requirements well. Children enjoy, for example, pasta and tuna, fish, fresh vegetables and fruit and, where appropriate, freshly prepared bottles. Children have consistent access to water from the water cooler system and enjoy and benefit from lots of fresh air in the local parks.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. Children benefit from being in an environment which is safe and secure. They use high quality equipment which is well maintained and meets safety requirements. Their safety is maintained because the childminder uses clear procedures, for example for fire escape practices and she has equipment such as fire blankets and smoke alarms installed in her house. As a result children are able to play free from hazards and explore the environment well as a result. Accidents, should they occur are appropriately recorded and the childminder has an up to date first aid certificate should the need arise.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children are further safeguarded because the childminder carefully supervises and monitors the children in her care. She has a good knowledge and understanding of child protection procedures and is trained and experienced in these matters. Policies and procedures are shared with children's parents and good links maintained with the Local Authority to further support this aim.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. Children enjoy being with the childminder and are eager to explore the environment, equipment and activities. They benefit from the childminder's calm and experienced approach and they settle well as a result. Children's independence is encouraged as they choose from resources including role play areas, puzzles and books and a good link is made to what the children are doing at school to help their learning. For example, the childminder helps the children to recognise familiar letters and encourages their communication skills. Children's interests are extended through supportive conversations and they demonstrate increasing confidence, for example when playing lotto and lining up their toy cars in the hallway. Babies who attend benefit from good one to one attention and lots of reassurance when with the childminder. They babble happily and feel confident to explore resources such as activity mats and musical

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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 benefit from being with the childminder who is open and responsive to their individual needs and who encourages them to fully develop their interests. Their behaviour is very good and the children show care and consideration for each other. For example the older children gently encourage the babies to explore their toys. Their appreciation of different ways of living is supported because she integrates a range of different equipment in their play. For example, the children use a range of multi cultural books, puzzles and play food which reflect different cultures and beliefs. Children who may have disabilities are welcomed into her home and the childminder gets to know the children and their parents well. The ongoing partnership with parents is good overall but the childminder has only been working for two weeks and has not shared all of the policies with parents as yet.

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Organisation

The organisation is good. Children benefit from being with the childminder who is qualified and experienced in her field. She has attended a wealth of training and is able to put her knowledge into practice when working with the children. She has a good understanding of the National Standards, has an up to date first aid certificate and has clearly displayed her certificate for parents to view. Documentation, overall is well organised but some policies have not been shared with children's parents as yet. The children settle well in the environment, however, and the childminder uses her time well to support their individual care and wellbeing. As a result, the children have clear routines for playing, sleeping and going on outings and relationships between the childminder, children and their parents are good. The childminder 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 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): • ensure all policies and procedures are shared with children's parents

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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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