Setting

Inspection report for early years provision

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EY316848 Unique Reference Number 06 June 2008 Inspection date Moreen Johnson 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.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder has been registered since 2005. She lives with her husband and three children aged eight, six and two years old, in the Bethnal Green area of the London borough of Hackney. The areas of the childminder's home available to children are the living room, one bedroom and the kitchen. The childminder is available to collect children from the local school and attends the local drop-in groups on a regular basis.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder is registered to care for two children under eight years and is currently caring for a two year old.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is satisfactory. Children benefit from a healthy balanced diet. The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to promote healthy eating well. She provides children with a wide variety of balanced meals and snacks; for example, children were given a snack consisting of orange, banana and

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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 a drink. Drinks are accessible to children throughout the day, although children's health is at risk as a child was observed drinking from another's bottle.

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Helping children to be healthy

The childminder follows good cleaning routines and encourages children to wash or wipe their hands before eating. There is a good nappy changing procedure in place, for instance, the childminder wears gloves and disposes of nappies appropriately.

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Helping children to be healthy

The accident and medication procedures do not meet with requirements. Children's safety is at risk because the childminder has not requested parents' written consent to seek emergency medical treatment. The childminder is trained in first aid and is aware of how to use it, so children would be treated appropriately in the event of an accident; for example, the childminder explains that cuts would be cleaned and bandaged and that details of the accident would be recorded. The childminder is aware that she must keep a record of medication administered; however, there is no system in place for doing so.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children receive good care when they are unwell, for instance, children are comforted and the childminder contacts parents immediately. Children with an infectious illness do not attend preventing the spread of contagious ailments.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children have opportunities to develop their physical skills by visiting the park and drop-in groups to use the climbing equipment, swings, slides, see saws, cars and bikes.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is satisfactory. Children are cared for in a clean and organised home. They have access to a range of well maintained resources that are easily accessible to them. Children are able to rest comfortably because the childminder provides suitable sleeping facilities.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children are cared for in a safe environment because the childminder has taken the necessary precautions to eliminate hazards. For example, the childminder has fitted a safety gate at the kitchen doorway, a high level bolt to the front door, a fire blanket and an appropriate smoke alarm.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children's wellbeing is generally safeguarded. The childminder has a satisfactory understanding of how to protect children from harm. She knows the four categories of abuse and has an awareness of some of the signs and symptoms that may indicate abuse and neglect. The childminder is aware that Social Services and Ofsted must be notified of concerns about children or allegations made against herself or household members. However, in times of emergency children's health is compromised because the register is not always updated.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is satisfactory. Children have good opportunities to play with a range of activities and receive support from the childminder. They demonstrate their independence as they confidently choose the toys that they want to play with and become totally engrossed in their play. However, children's independence is not always encouraged, for instance, when the children play with the puzzles this activity is totally adult directed.

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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 feel good about themselves. They are praised when they complete tasks and some show pleasure and smile when the childminder compliments them on their appearance. Children benefit from receiving individual attention from childminder.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

Children are developing their creative skills. They enjoy role play as they pretend to make cups of tea and hand it to others. Some children dance spontaneously as they press the musical toys and listen to the different sounds.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. Children are valued and are treated with equal regard. Children are developing a positive attitude of others by engaging in activities such as henna painting, celebrating community festivals and eating Caribbean food. They have access to a range of resources that reflect positive images of race, culture, age and disability. The childminder understands the benefit of working with parents, in order to meet the needs of children with learning difficulties and/or disabilities.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children behave generally well. They are developing an understanding of right and wrong as the childminder intervenes to resolve disputes. However, the childminder does not always give children an explanation as to why their behaviour is not acceptable.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Partnership with parents is good. The childminder provides parents with daily feedback about their children's progress. The childminder also shares the relevant written documents with parents.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. Children are cared for in a safe and secure environment. The childminder is aware of some of the significant changes of which she must notify Ofsted. Children are protected from harm because the childminder ensures that children are not left in the care of visitors.

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Organisation

The childminder is in breach of regulations because she does not always keep accurate records of children's attendance. Most policies, records and procedures are in place and are kept in a secure manner. The childminder ensures that her registration certificate is displayed in accordance with requirement. The childminder is aware of the importance of retaining records and demonstrates that she will keep them for a period that exceeds the required time.

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Organisation

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

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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 satisfactory. 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 that parents' written consent is requested to allow emergency medical treatment • ensure that there is a system in place for recording medication • ensure that children do not share each others bottles • keep written documentation of children's attendance updated.

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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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