Childminder in Bromley

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY348185 Inspection date 30/09/2009 Inspector Elizabeth Ellen Mackey

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Type of setting Childminder to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It rates council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection. If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 08456 404040, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk . You may copy all or parts of this document for non-commercial educational purposes, as long as you give details of the source and date of publication and do not alter the information in any way.

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Royal Exchange Buildings St Ann's Square Manchester M2 7LA

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T: 08456 404040 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk 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 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.

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Introduction

Please see our website for more information about each childcare provider. We publish inspection reports, conditions of registration and details of complaints we receive where we or the provider take action to meet the requirements of registration. 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 has been registered since 2007. She lives with her husband and their two children, aged eight and five years. They live in a house in Petts Wood, Kent. Children have access to the downstairs of the house only, which includes the lounge, kitchen, dining room and toilet facilities. There is a large fully enclosed garden for outside play. The family has two dogs. The childminder is registered on the Early Years register and the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare register. She is registered to care for a maximum of four children at any one time, of whom two may be in the early years age group. There are currently two children on roll, both are in the early years age group. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder provides a comfortable, welcoming, environment. The childminder builds strong partnerships with parents and ensures everyone is included. Children's needs are identified in partnership with parents, this helps to ensure their individual needs are met. Children's welfare is promoted well and children show they feel safe in the care of the childminder. Children settle quickly and progress well in their learning. The childminder identifies areas of her provision to address for further development, however the systems for evaluation are not yet fully in place.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder is vigilant in ensuring children can play safely in the setting. She ensures space is used appropriately and measures are in place to protect the children. For example, a gate is situated across the main play area. This enables the children to see the dogs and they are able to touch them, under the close supervision of the childminder. All required documentation that promotes children's health, safety and well-being is in place, with the exception of a written risk assessment for outings. The childminder holds an up to date first aid qualification. Children are able to independently access resources, which are stored at low-level. Children enjoy a good range of play materials that are clean and well maintained.

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further?

To fully meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 extend the risk assessment procedure to include specific procedures for each type of outing (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 16/10/2009

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should: This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  continue to develop knowledge of the early learning goals to assist with planning, observation and assessing activities with children based on their individual developmental needs  ensure systems for self evaluation are fully in place  continue to develop knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework

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the early years provision

The childminder has a clear understanding of her responsibilities in relation to safeguarding children and she has planned training to keep her knowledge up to date. The childminder develops positive relationships with parents and is committed to understanding and respecting every family. This contributes to inclusion, by identifying and meeting children’s needs and providing continuity of care. Parents are well informed of their children's progress and wellbeing through daily discussion and use of a contact book. Input from parents is valued and information is shared between the childminder, home and other settings the children attend. The childminder is respectful to parents' wishes and she negotiates a settling in period for new children that helps them to settle and feel secure. Parents report they are extremely happy with the care and education their children receive. The deployment of resources is good and the childminder is

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the early years provision

taking steps to ensure resources and the environment are sustainable. Recommendations made at previous inspections are met and the childminder shows some ambition to develop her service to improve outcomes for children. However, the systems for developing self -evaluation are not yet fully in place.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy, occupied and secure. They benefit from being in a safe child centred environment which is organised to meet their needs. Children routinely wash their hands before they eat, after outdoor play and after touching the animals, this helps protect them from the risk of cross-infection. Children enjoy meals provided by their parents, the childminder supplements these with healthy snacks, for example fruit. Drinks are available at all times to ensure children remain hydrated. Outings to groups, the park and the library are part of the children's daily routine. In addition to the daily outing there are opportunities to play in the garden. Wherever possible the childminder follows the children's lead, for example she enables garden play when the children request it. Children independently put on their shoes before going out. They enjoy running, climbing and balancing. They enjoy learning new skills on the large play equipment, which

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and outcomes for children

Children are confident and good communicators. Older children express their needs clearly and engage in ongoing communication with the childminder. Babies make eye contact with the childminder and they babble and laugh. The childminder successfully balances the needs of the children who are of different This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 ages. She skilfully plans to ensure children benefit from some one to one time with her, for example settling one child with an activity to enable her to attend to another. Children are well prepared for changes to their routine, for example a new baby joining the setting. This enables them to adapt positively and this is evident in their approach to the new baby, for example, sharing a book with them and being sensitive to their needs. The childminder is very aware of the children's needs, likes and dislikes. It is evident that she enjoys caring for the children and

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and outcomes for children

she engages with them positively and gently.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy cuddling up with the childminder and there is a shared sense of fun. Children ask the childminder for suggestions when they build models with the construction and they proudly display their achievements. They are creative and access a range of writing materials. They seek help if required when problem solving. The childminder is encouraging and helps the children to develop their ideas. This promotes their confidence and self esteem. Children are keen to take part in the activities available at the setting and their choice and autonomy is encouraged. They also experience a wide range of outdoor social experiences which supports their ongoing development. The childminder maintains an overview of children's progress and plans for their next steps. However there are no assessment systems in place to ensure the aims for children's progress and development are tracked across all areas of learning.

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and outcomes for children

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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children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement

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and managed?

The effectiveness of leadership and management in embedding ambition and driving improvement The effectiveness with which the setting deploys resources 2 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 3 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 2 The effectiveness of the setting’s engagement with parents and carers

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Stage

The quality of the provision in the Early Years Foundation Stage 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 2 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 2 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 2 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 3

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Stage

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

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