Couldridge, Jacqueline Ann

Website: www.ofsted.gov.uk This document may be reproduced in whole or in part for non-commercial educational purposes, provided that the information quoted is reproduced without adaptation and the source and date of publication are stated. Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY350469 Inspection date 25/11/2008 Inspector Alison Romanczuk

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Type of setting Childminder This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Introduction

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under Sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of the registered early years provision. ‘Early years provision’ refers to provision regulated by Ofsted for children from birth to 31 August following their fifth birthday (the early years age group). The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and welfare, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Introduction

The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration whichever is the later, which require Ofsted or the provider to take action in Annex C.

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Introduction

The provider must provide a copy of this report to all parents with children at the setting where reasonably practicable. The provider must provide a copy of the report to any other person who asks for one, but may charge a fee for this service (The Childcare (Inspection) Regulations 2008 regulations 9 and 10).

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Introduction

The setting also makes provision for children older than the early years age group which is registered on the voluntary and/or compulsory part(s) of the Childcare Register. This report does not include an evaluation of that provision, but a comment about compliance with the requirements of the Childcare Register is included in Annex B. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Description of the childminding

The childminder was registered in 2007. She lives with her two sons in a three bedroom house in the London Borough of Southwark. The whole of the premises except for the bedrooms are used for childminding purposes. There is also an enclosed garden for outdoor play. The home is within walking distance of local shops, parks and schools. Peckham shopping centre is within short commuting distance. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children on the Early Years Register at any one time, of whom, one may be aged under one year old. She currently has one child on roll in the early years age group. The family have three cats.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are relaxed and enjoy being with the childminder in her home. She provides an inclusive environment which caters for children's individual needs. As a result, all children are well supported and make good progress in their learning and development. Effective links with parents and other professionals are established and support the childminder's good practice. The childminder clearly recognises her strengths and weaknesses and identifies some key areas for development to ensure improvements are made for the benefit of the children.

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 clarify record keeping aims with regards to safeguarding children  build on resources which reflect disability to broaden children's understanding in this area

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provision

The childminder demonstrates a clear commitment to providing good quality childcare. Policies and procedures are well organised and the childminder has established positive links with the local authority to support training initiatives. A particularly good range of toys within the children's reach, both in the downstairs playroom and living room, support their curiosity and learning needs well. Procedures including consent forms and daily diaries are suitably shared with parents to enhance the childminders consistency in partnerships.

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provision

Procedures for overseeing children's good health are effective and records well organised. The childminder has an up to date first aid certificate should the need for emergency treatment arise. Clear risk assessments including those in areas of the home as well as for outings and fire safety ensure children's welfare and safety whilst attending. Children are safe when with the childminder because she has a good understanding of child protection issues and is aware of the importance of This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 reporting information to the appropriate agencies. She is less confident, however in recording her concerns and is planning to seek training in this area. Clear evaluation of the service provided enables the childminder to clearly build on her strengths and address any areas which need improvement.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are relaxed and happy in the childminder’s clean and warm home and benefit from lots of contact and cuddles during the day. They play in safe areas of the house and garden and learn about the dangers in their environment and how to keep safe. The children enjoy healthy meals and snacks, which take into account their individual dietary needs and which are given in consultation with their parents. They demonstrate increasing independence and feel at home because of the childminder's caring attitude and eagerness to provide an inclusive environment. A good range of resources available supports this aim although there are less resources reflecting disability at present.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Particularly good support is given to children's learning as they babble and chat incessantly about what they are doing. Namely, the childminder lends excellent support to children's growing communication skills by regularly sharing their favourite books and singing and acting with the children throughout their play. Children are introduced to sensory materials such as play dough, build towers with their beakers and are encouraged in skills such learning to walk. The childminder gets to know the children well by sharing information with their parents, both verbally and in daily diaries. She is able to stretch children's potential through careful observations which she uses to chart the children's interests and progress in a given area. The carefully planned routines include a selection of activities which cover all learning areas and include visits to local play clubs nearby. Children achieve very well as a result in the Early Years foundation Stage.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

The key inspection judgements and what they mean

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

Grade 1 is Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Grade 2 is Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Grade 3 is Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Grade 4 is Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough

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of children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

How well does the provision promote inclusive practice? 2 The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement.

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How effective is the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement? How well does the setting work in partnership with parents and others? How well are children safeguarded? 2

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 2 How well are children helped to be healthy? 2 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 1 How well are children helped to make a positive contribution? How well are children helped develop skills that will contribute to their future economic well-being?

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

procedures set out in the guidance available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Met This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex C: complaint/s made to Ofsted

This section of the report includes details of any complaint/s made to Ofsted when:  we took action for the provider to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register; or  we asked the provider to take action in order to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register; or  the provider had already taken any necessary action to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register.

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Annex C: complaint/s made to Ofsted

We will not report on any complaint where the provider met the requirements of the Early Years Register or did not require any action by Ofsted or the registered provider.

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Detail of the complaint/s

Since registration there have been no complaints made to Ofsted

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Detail of the complaint/s

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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