Childminder in Ealing

Inspection report for early years provision

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152917 Unique Reference Number 11 September 2007 Inspection date Julie Biddle 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 outstanding. 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 2001. She lives with her partner and two children in the London borough of Ealing. The ground floor of the home and one bedroom and bathroom on the first floor are used for childminding. There is a an enclosed garden available for outdoor play. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children under eight years at any one time. There are currently three children on roll.

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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 outstanding. Children's health is extremely well promoted by consistent high standards of hygiene. The childminder has a through understanding of the importance of good personal hygiene and verbally encourages the children to follow her good example. The childminder's effective practice and procedures reduce the risk of cross infection within the home and to the children. For example, children do not attend if they are ill; parents are informed of any illness in the

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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 setting. Children enjoy and are well nourished by the healthy and nutritious snacks the childminder provides. Children enjoy snacks of fruit and yogurts. Children are able to easily access drinks at all times, meaning they are never thirsty. Children sit in appropriate seating to eat their snacks. This time is a relaxed and social occasion, the childminder uses lots of positive language as children learn to feed themselves.

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Helping children to be healthy

Sleeping children have their own cots, bed linen and are closely monitored as they sleep.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children's physical health is well promoted by the childminder. Children have many opportunities to use the garden. They also have regular visits to the park and swimming pool where they have further opportunities to explore and use their bodies. Children enthusiastically use the equipment in the park.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children's welfare is safeguarded very well as the childminder adheres strictly to procedures for accident recording and medication administration. The childminder holds a valid first aid certificate.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is outstanding. Children benefit from the childminder's clean, comfortable, well maintained home. They have plenty of space to play and move around safely with confidence. Risks of harm to children are at a minimum, as the childminder is extremely vigilant as she closely supervises the young children's play to ensure their overall safety is continually maintained.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The childminder has a very good understanding of the need to continuously maintain the safety of the home and garden to reduce the risks of accidents to the children. Children are learning to take responsibility for their own safety, for example, the childminder discusses road safety with them and the importance of safety measures in the home.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children benefit from the comprehensive range of developmentally suitable toys and resources. Children are able to help themselves to the resources as they are set out attractively in low level storage. Children are kept safe as the childminder regularly cleans and checks the toys for safety.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children are very well protected by the childminder who has an excellent understanding of child protection policies and procedures and gives top priority to children's welfare. All of these measures greatly contribute to the safety and welfare of the children.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is outstanding. Children have enormous fun and they play enthusiastically with a comprehensive range of toys and resources, which promote their learning. The children make excellent progress because the childminder recognises the uniqueness of each child. Close and caring relationships increase children's sense of trust and help them develop a strong sense of self. Children thoroughly enjoy the opportunity to self select a stimulating range of toys and resources. They are very well supported by the childminder as they make these choices. For example, when children choose a jigsaw, the childminder helps them to tidy away other resources to give them space to complete the puzzle.

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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 Children have a sense of pride as they show photographs of their activities and related how they enjoyed for example cookery. Children smiled as they related how they lick their fingers when they have made the cakes. Children thoroughly enjoy their time with the childminder. Interaction between the children and the childminder is of high quality. The childminder shows enthusiastic interest in the children and responds quickly to requests and questions. For example children request dressing up clothes, the childminder helps the children dress up and encourages them to talk about their new character.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

Children greatly benefit from the childminders confidence in and understanding of child development.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is outstanding. Children are very settled and confident because the childminder values and respects their individuality. The childminder knows the children extremely well, meaning that she is able to provide for them and ensure their needs are constantly met. Firm consistent boundaries encourage children to know what is expected of them and behave well. The childminder reacts in a calm reflective manner to develop children's learning of right and wrong, thus encouraging children to play harmoniously together. Children are encouraged to share and be kind to each other.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children really enjoy trips in the local community to local parks and swimming pools. The children have very good opportunities to learn about themselves, each other and the wider world through the varied range of resources available. Children enjoy opportunities to celebrate festivals through creative activities.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

An excellent partnership with parents contributes significantly to children's wellbeing. The childminder has a caring and sensitive approach to ensuring parents feel confident in the care she provides. An excellent amount of written information and extensive procedures are available for parents. The childminder maintains a daily sheet for younger children which is shared with parents to ensure parents are kept well informed. She keeps progress sheets in line with the Birth to three matters framework, that are shared with parents. Parents' comments include comments such as 'our ----- was incredibly happy,' 'professional yet caring approach.'

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Organisation

The organisation is outstanding. Children's care is greatly enhanced by the effective, stimulating organisation of the setting. This means play opportunities for the children are maximised. All required documentation which contributes to children's health, safety and wellbeing is in place and regularly reviewed. Parents receive regular and thorough information about their child's day, this contributes to excellent continuity of care. Parents are shown a wonderful selection of photos of their children's activities and daily events.

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Organisation

Children benefit from a highly motivated and extremely skilled childminder, who is committed to continuous improvement and development. She regularly reflects and improves the quality of the care and education she provides. She works very extremely hard to ensure the needs of all the children in her care are met

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Organisation

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

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Organisation

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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Improvements since the last inspection

At the last inspection the childminder was required improve of the range of toys and resources that promote equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice. This has been done meaning children are given opportunities to learn about themselves, the local community and the wider world.

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Complaints since the last inspection

Since the last inspection 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 outstanding. 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

No recommendations for improvement are made because the quality and standards of care are outstanding.

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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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