Shailes, Rachael Claire

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 EY374145 Inspection date 18/03/2009 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

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 husband and two children aged eight and four in the London Borough of Hillingdon. The whole of the house is used for childminding, excluding the main bedroom and there is a fully enclosed garden for outdoor play. The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. She attends the local parent/toddler group. The family have a cat and a rabbit as pets.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children at any one time and is currently minding two children under five and one child after school. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary part of the Childcare Register.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the provision is good. The childminder is very organised and she has a thorough knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), which means that children are able to make good progress in their development. The childminder provides a safe, secure and healthy environment in which children flourish. Secure partnerships with parents result in children's individual needs being met. The childminder provides an inclusive environment where children feel valued as individuals. The childminder has devised and implemented her own self-evaluation form which helps her to continuously improve her service.

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further?

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

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further?

 build on toys and resources to promote children's understanding of diversity  continue to build on knowledge and skills to help children to develop their communication, language and literacy skills.

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provision

Children are able to explore independently because the childminder has made her home safe and secure. Effective written safeguarding policies and procedures are in place to ensure children are protected. For example, risk assessments are undertaken for outings and children wear badges with the childminder's name and contact number. The childminder holds a current first aid certificate and has effective systems in place to administer and record any medication and first aid. This ensures children's health is safeguarded. The childminder plans and provides a good variety of activities both in and outdoors, which cover all areas of learning. She has appropriate equipment to enable younger children to eat and sleep comfortably. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder evaluates her service identifying strengths and areas for development. She is keen to extend her knowledge to help children develop their

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provision

communication, language and literacy skills.

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provision

Parents are made to feel very welcome; they share a daily diary which gives information about children’s care and activities. The childminder seeks information from parents through discussions and the completion of documentation and records. This helps her provide for children’s individual needs and effectively supports their safety and welfare. She encourages parents to share their views and make suggestions for improvements to her service by completing parent questionnaires.

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provision

The childminder is committed to ensuring that her service is inclusive for all families. She has some experience of caring for children with learning difficulties and/or disabilities and she works closely with the parents and other adults to ensure their needs were met. The childminder understands the significance of developing effective links with other professionals, such as the schools minded children attend; she has developed systems to promote this.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children benefit from being cared for in a well organised, welcoming and child- friendly environment. The affectionate and gentle care given by the childminder enables children to develop a sense of belonging and trust. They play enthusiastically with a wide range of toys and resources which are stored at low- level for easy access. The childminder highlights the need to provide further toys and resources to promote children's understanding of diversity. She plans exciting learning opportunities around children's individual interests and different themes, such as seasons. Children participate in a range of creative activities, for example, painting trees and making snowmen. They are developing their problem solving skills as they fit puzzles together, post shapes and use construction toys. Children enjoy listening to a range of stories and explore the different sounds of musical instruments. They have good opportunities to practise their early writing skills as

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

they draw and colour. Various activities develop children's knowledge and understanding of the world in which they live, for example, collecting leaves, digging in the garden and caring for the family rabbit. The childminder regularly observes and evaluates the children's progress and she uses this information to plan their next steps for learning. Children enjoy trips out to broaden their play experiences, for instance, to Syon park.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's emotional well-being is supported effectively, giving them confidence to explore and investigate. Younger children seek cuddles and through using gestures make their needs known. Children are developing a sense of right from wrong as the childminder uses age appropriate management behaviour strategies which are consistently applied. She offers lots of praise and encouragement which helps them to achieve and feel good about themselves.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's health and welfare are promoted as there are good levels of hygiene This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 throughout the home. She talks to children about the importance of washing hands to promote their good health. The childminder understands the importance of providing nutritious food, children enjoy a varied and nutritious diet that includes fresh fruit and vegetables.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder is safety conscious. Children learn about road safety when out and about in the community; they practise the fire evacuation procedure so they know what to do in the event of fire. Children are happy and confident in the care of the childminder. 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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