Liya, Alem

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 EY371880 Inspection date 02/04/2009 Inspector Kim Mundy

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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

Children only attend this setting before and/or after the school day and/or during the school holidays. The judgements in this report reflect the quality of early years provision offered to children during those periods.

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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 2008. She lives with her two children aged two and five years, and her adult sister in Yeading in the London Borough of Hillingdon. The whole of the first floor of the childminder's second floor flat is available for childminding with one bedroom upstairs for rest. Children have access to the communal garden; they go to a local park and on outings. The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. She attends the local parent/toddler group. The family have no pets.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children at any one time and is currently minding three children in the early years age group. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good. Children are very happy, safe and secure in the care of the childminder. They participate in a variety of enjoyable play experiences to enable them to make good progress in their learning and development. Their individual needs are met through discussion with parents and other professionals. The childminder gives consideration to the effectiveness of her provision for the benefit of the children in her care.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to update knowledge and understanding of child protection issues  continue to develop observation and assessment skills to clearly identify the next step in each child's learning journey  develop the system for finding out about children's starting points.

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provision

The childminder places a strong emphasis on children’s safety. Very good procedures are in place to ensure smoke alarms are in good working order. On outings, children wear a special badge with the childminder's contact number and a bag with first aid equipment, wrist straps and other items are always ready for use. The childminder holds a current first aid qualification to ensure that children receive appropriate care in the event of an accident. A wide range of nursery equipment is provided to meet the needs of younger children, such as a buggy, potty, cot, changing mat, and toilet seat/step. The childminder also provides a range of toys and resources to support all areas of children's development.

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provision

The childminder has implemented her own self-evaluation form, which identifies This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 her strengths and areas for future development. Parents are also involved in her self-evaluation process; they complete a questionnaire which gives them an opportunity to put their views forward about the childminding service. The childminder knows the procedure to follow if she has concerns about child abuse and she is keen to update her knowledge as part of her ongoing personal development. The childminder also keeps a record of visitors to the premises so that children are safeguarded.

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provision

The childminder has established effective partnerships with parents to meet the individual needs of each child appropriately and consistently. For example, she ensures that she obtains all the relevant information from parents about their child's individual likes and interests. The childminder has developed good links with the schools that the children attend to exchange information between teachers, parents and herself. Consequently, they are able to provide continuity of children's learning and development. All of the required documentation is well organised and maintained. Comprehensive policies and procedures are in place to support children's welfare and the organisation of the setting. These are shared with parents so that they are fully aware of her responsibilities and the service she provides. Parents are very pleased with the service they receive.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder plans good activities to help children learn and make sound progress towards the early learning goals. She has started to develop her systems for assessing children's progress and identifying their next steps for learning, although this requires further development to extend children's learning further. Children are able to help themselves; they like to be a helper as they bring things out of the toy cupboard. Each toy box is nicely presented, labelled with contents for easy recognition by the children. Children thoroughly enjoy making wooden spoon people; they use their imagination and creative skills as they stick various materials and draw on mouths. Children count the number of eyes they need and make decisions about the colour of noses. They are developing their imagination as they dress up, and play with dolls and tea sets. Children thoroughly enjoy dancing to music and proudly show off their break dancing skills. At the local park

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

they enjoy fresh air and exercise as they climb, slide and run around. Children have equal access to the activities and through discussion, use of books and other resources learn about other people's beliefs, for example, Easter and Chinese New Year. A poster is displayed in different languages and this is welcoming for parents and children to see.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are protected from the spread of infection; their good health and well- being are being promoted. They do not attend if they are infectious to minimise unnecessary illness. Children know when and why they need to wash their hands, 'after using the toilet and before eating because they have germs on them'. They are offered healthy snacks, such as fresh fruits and a variety of sandwiches, and when they are thirsty they help themselves to drinks. Children are learning to keep themselves safe as they practise the fire drill, and discuss stranger danger and crossing the roads on their way home from school. They also talk about things which are unsafe to pick up from roads and paths, such as litter and broken glass. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The rule is that children must not pick up anything which does not belong to them.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder manages children's behaviour using positive methods, which are appropriate to their level of understanding. She is fully aware of the importance of consistent handling between parents, school and herself. The childminder uses a reward system using stickers when children have been well-behaved in all the environments in which they are cared for. Praise and encouragement are also used to enable children to develop confidence and good self-esteem. Children are busy and having fun; they have time to relax after school. Children enjoy their time in the childminder's care. 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? 2 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

There have been no complaints made to Ofsted since registration or the last inspection.

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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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