Ghazni, Ghazala Shaheen

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number EY282033 Inspection date 30 June 2005 Inspector Emma Hartnell-Baker

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Type of inspection Childcare Type of care Childminding

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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 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 2004 to care for no more than 6 children at any one time. There is currently 1 child on roll. She lives with her husband and 3 children in a house in the Aspley area of Nottingham. The whole of the ground floor, except for the lounge, is used for childminding. The garden is not used but there is a fully enclosed patio for outside play. She is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE PROVISION

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 to be healthy

The provision is good. Children are cared for in a warm, well maintained and clean home. They learn about the importance of good hygiene through the daily routines. For example, they wipe their hands before snacks and after visiting the toilet. The childminder has the appropriate documentation and training to support children's health needs, including a current first aid certificate. Children's good health is maintained. Children are beginning to learn about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle and diet. They are offered juice, milk or water on a regular basis throughout the day. Children enjoy nutritious snacks, such as fresh fruit and vegetable sticks. Their individual dietary needs are met well. Children have opportunities to be active and to develop their physical skills both indoors and on the enclosed patio area.

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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 safe environment and are well protected by the childminder's close supervision at all times. The arrival and departure of children is carefully monitored, and children are only collected by named persons. They are kept safe. A satisfactory knowledge of child protection, in line with Area Child Protection Committee procedures, enables the childminder to protect the children she cares for. There is adequate space for children to play, eat and rest. Children access toys and play resources that are well organised and enable them to be independent and make choices. They are happy in what they are doing. The childminder monitors the play materials to ensure they are safe, clean and age appropriate. Children are developing an early understanding of safety. For example, by designing a fire exit sign and practising emergency escapes in order that they stay calm in an emergency.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. Play resources are organised before the children arrive, as a result they quickly become engaged in activities and settle well. Through a suitable range of toys, games and activities children make decisions in their learning. They are satisfied playing on their own, or with the childminder, and enjoy having high levels of interaction with her. This helps develop their language and social skills. Children benefit from the warm relationship and support they receive from the childminder. They participate in a variety of activities and their individual needs are taken into consideration. Activities are planned in advance but there are no procedures in place to monitor the development of the children. This means that activities are not always chosen in order to help children move towards the next stage of learning. Resources are used well to help children develop imaginative play, for example, children have pretend 'tea parties' using the kitchen equipment.

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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 Mathematical skills and concepts are developed through daily routines, such as counting objects, and sorting these according to colour. The children enjoy developing their imagination and creativity through singing, listening to rhymes and stories, and participating in a wide range of craft activities. By sharing books and experimenting with a good range of paper, crayons and pencils, children are developing early reading and writing skills.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is good. Children are valued and respected as individuals. They enjoy the company of the childminder and are at ease in their play. Their positive behaviour is encouraged by the childminder who talks to the children with respect and in a calm and friendly manner. She is interested in caring for children with a wide range of abilities and needs. Relevant information is exchanged with parents to ensure children are cared for within their usual routines. Parents receive verbal information to keep them well informed about the setting and their children's care and development. Children are cared for according to parental wishes, and positive relationships are formed between the adults. Children are beginning to learn about the wider world. Dolls, books, a globe and posters are used to offer positive images of different ethnicities, disabilities, races and cultures. Children learn about some aspects of the wider world through

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Helping children make a positive contribution

participating in craft and baking activities related to festivals such as Christmas, Diwali, Easter and Chinese New Year.

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Organisation

The organisation is good. Children have good levels of support, and supervision, to enable them to feel secure. Suitable documents and procedures are in place to support the appropriate care of children. Their needs and routines are discussed on a daily basis with parents, which contributes to continuity in the children's care. Documents are stored securely, and confidentiality is maintained, to ensure children's privacy. Overall, the provision meets the needs of the children who attend.

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Improvements since the last inspection

At the last Children Act inspection the childminder agreed to increase her knowledge of current child protection guidelines, and also ensure the ongoing safety of children within the home and on outings. She has since submitted action plans to Ofsted regarding these issues, and made positive changes to her practice. These ensure the ongoing welfare of children

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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 There are no complaints to report.

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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): • devise a system to monitor and develop children's development, in order to plan activities that help move children onto the next stage of learning.

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The quality and standards of the care

procedures set out in the leaflet Building better childcare: Compliments and concerns about inspectors' judgements 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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