Mazahirul Uloom London School

Inspection report for early years provision

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133307 Unique Reference Number 15 November 2007 Inspection date Catherine Greene 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 satisfactory. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding. At the time of the inspection there were no children on roll. Ofsted judges that the provider remains suitable to provide care.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder has been registered since 2000. She lives with her husband and two children aged nine and 12 years. They live in a two bedroom, fourth floor flat, within walking distance of Camden and Islington. The living room, bedroom, kitchen and bathroom are available for childminding purposes.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder is registered to care for three children but has not cared for any since July 2007.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

When a provider does not have children on roll at the time of the inspection, inspection judgements are based on evidence gathered from discussions with the provider and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

As there are no children on roll, the quality of the provision cannot be judged better than satisfactory because there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

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 satisfactory. The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of the importance of promoting a clean, hygienic environment, to meet children's physical, nutritional and health needs. She has completed a suitable first aid course and has procedures in place to respond to emergency situations. She has a clear sickness procedure which is discussed with parents and also available in writing. There are appropriate documents available to record accidents, medication and permission for emergency medical treatment.

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Helping children to be healthy

From discussion, the childminder indicates a sound knowledge of the importance of ensuring that appropriate hygiene procedures are in place. For example, she talks about how children will be encouraged to wash their hands at regular intervals during the day. She explains how she will maintain a hygienic environment by ensuring that storage and preparation areas for food are appropriately cleaned.

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Helping children to be healthy

The childminder describes how she will work in partnership with parents to provide a healthy diet for children. She provides healthy, freshly cooked meals and regular drinks of water throughout the day. Suitable equipment is available for babies and toddlers to eat comfortably at meal times.

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Helping children to be healthy

The childminder has established good routines for ensuring children have regular exercise and fresh air. Children access climbing frames, bikes, cars and balls during trips to the local park and drop-in groups.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is satisfactory. The childminder indicates a number of ways in which she ensures the environment is safe. She has adapted her home to make it as safe as possible for children. The living room is used to provide play space, furniture, is arranged to maximise space during childminding so children can move around the home independently.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Appropriate fire safety equipment is in place, including a smoke alarm and a fire blanket. The childminder has considered a safe evacuation in an emergency and has practised her plan with children.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The childminder shows a clear understanding of the importance of supervision to maximise children's safety. Children will sleep in the bedroom where they can be easily monitored. The childminder verbally demonstrates a sound understanding of the importance of teaching children road safety. She explains how to cross safely at traffic lights, reminding them it is only safe to cross when the green man is shown. She ensures that young children walk on the inside of the pavement, holding her hand. If she is caring for older children who wish to practise some independence, she will ensure they walk in front of her, where they can be clearly supervised. She describes how she further promotes their safety by maintaining a safe collection policy. Children are collected by appropriate adults who are known to her.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

From discussion, the childminder shows a good understanding of child protection procedures to safeguard children's welfare. She is aware of the process to follow if an allegation is made against her, or her family.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

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 achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is satisfactory. The childminder gave good examples of how to encourage children to enjoy their time spent with her. She demonstrates the ability to encourage children's learning by, for example, taking children to activities at local drop in groups, run for and by other childminder's. She describes a consistent, loving, routine that children are familiar with, which helps to create a secure environment.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The childminder talks about encouraging children's development through choosing from a selection of toys, books and activities from a local toy library. She understands the need to ensure toys and resources are rotated to maintain the children's interest and enhance their curiosity for learning. She is constantly developing her resources and provides low level storage boxes so that children can easily access the toys. She knows how to develop children's interest in the outdoor environment, making very good use of local parks and play facilities.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. Discussion with the childminder suggests that children will be treated equally and respected as individuals. She will ensure that all children are included and have access to all play equipment. There are a number of resources available to promote children's understanding of diversity and promote positive images.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The childminder shows a clear understanding of the importance of working closely with parents. This helps to ensure she has all the necessary information to meet children's individual needs. She describes how she will provide appropriate care for children with learning difficulties or disabilities and work with outside agencies to help support their needs.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of the importance of promoting good behaviour by praising and encouraging children. She shares any concerns about children's behaviour with parents in order to work in partnership to fully meet children's needs.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The childminder indicates that she will make time for daily conversations with parents. A file detailing her childminding policies is made available to them at the beginning of the contract. This includes information, such as procedures for children who are unwell. Letters of satisfaction from previous families are available for new parents to read.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. There were no minded children present during this inspection, through discussion the childminder has demonstrated that she remains suitably qualified to work as a childminder. She has organised her documentation to ensure that children's individual details are well recorded. Polices and procedures are also in place and available for parents to read.

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Organisation

The childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of how to keep children safe both inside and out. She has recently attended a range of training which has helped to improve her knowledge of new guidance.

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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 The childminder has established good support through the local Early Years department. She has improved the health and safety for children in her care by recently renewing her first aid certificate and will review all her documents to ensure they are in line with current practice and new guidance. Overall evidence suggests that the childminder would meet the needs of the range of children for whom she provides.

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Improvements since the last inspection

At the last inspection the childminder was required to keep a written record, signed by parents, of medicines given to children and request written permission from parents for seeking emergency medical advice or treatment. She now has the recommended documents available to record the required information.

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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 have procedures for dealing with concerns and complaints from parents and to keep a record of complaints and their outcome.

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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 satisfactory. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding. At the time of the inspection there were no children on roll. Ofsted judges that the provider remains suitable to provide care.

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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 that documents, policies and procedures reflect current practice and any changes to requirements or legislation

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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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