Childminder in Bromley

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number EY309977 Inspection date 05 December 2005 Inspector Elizabeth Ellen Mackey

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Type of inspection Childcare Type of care Childminding

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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 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 good. 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 registered in 2005. She lives with her husband and two children aged 9 years and 5 years. They live in a house in a residential area of Bromley. The whole of the home is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association. Her registration is to provide care for a maximum of three children at any one time and she is currently caring for five children under eight who attend on a part time basis.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

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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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is good. Children enjoy a wide range of activities which contribute to their good health. Children are settled and benefit from a very close relationship with the childminder. Children participate in a varied range of physical activities, including trips to the local park and toddler groups. Children also attend regular outings to places of interest, including "baby bounce and the library. Children are confident, make good relationships and demonstrate a sense of belonging. Children are cared for in a clean and comfortable home. There is a very good standard of hygiene throughout and children are encouraged to maintain good standards of personal care. For example the childminder encourages the children to wash their hands before eating and after handling the rabbit. Children enjoy a good range of meal and snacks, all meals are home cooked. The childminder provides parents with a written menu and all meals takes account of

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Helping children to be healthy

parent’s wishes. Snacks are healthy, for example fruit and drinks are available at all times.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. Children are cared for in a safe home, because the childminder undertakes a comprehensive risk assessment to ensure all areas are free from hazards. Children are able to move around safely, freely and independently. The childminder helps the children understand how to keep themselves safe, both in and outside the home. Children adhere to the measures the childminder puts in place to minimise risks, for example, they know they the boundaries in place when in the garden and out walking. Children independently select activities from a wide range of good quality toys and equipment, which meet safety standards and are appropriate to the children's age and stage of development. The childminder's policies and procedures underpins the good practice to safeguard and promote children's development. She has a good understanding of child protection procedures in line with the local Area Child Protection Committee

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

procedures, she holds a First Aid certificate and has attended child protection training.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is outstanding. Children are settled, happy and relish their time in the setting. The childminder knows

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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 the children well and consistently and effectively engages with them in their play. Children demonstrate a sense of belonging and proudly show their achievements. Children develop a sense of fairness and learn how to share, which the childminder achieves through effective communication and helping them to deal with any difficulties. She listens closely to the children and encourages them to express themselves. Children behave well because of the good relationships fostered. They respect each other and are learning to share and respect one another. Children are becoming aware of the wider world, through regular outings and through the childminders enthusiastic approach to learning; for example the childminder encourages the children to learn about their environment through discussion and play.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The childminder is welcoming to parents and works closely with them to promote the welfare and development of the children. She maintains an accurate, informative record of the children's time with her and of their achievements. Children's development is promoted through the childminder's extensive knowledge and commitment to providing an excellent service. She meets the children’s needs extremely well.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is good. The provision is good. Children are secure in the care of the childminder, who is aware of their individual needs and routines. The childminder offers an inclusive service and recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents to provide consistent care, this contributes to the children’s sense of well-being. Children are beginning to learn important social skills, such as right and wrong and how to share. They are becoming aware of the wider world through regular outings to the park, toddler groups and the local library. Children feel at home within the setting and are aware of house rules and their boundaries. They respond well to the childminder, for example listening to her guidance and by sharing and waiting for their turn. This helps children to develop respect for other people and learn to consider the feelings and needs of others. Partnership with parents is good and the childminder provides both verbal and written

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Helping children make a positive contribution

feedback to parents about their child's day and progress. This helps to provide the children with consistency of care and attention. Effective policies and procedures are in place and are shared with parents.

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Organisation

The organisation is good. The organisation is good. Children benefit from a well-organised environment where they receive good adult support to help them feel secure and confident. The childminder provides a child focussed environment that is organised to maximise

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Organisation

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's play opportunities. The childminder has a good understanding and knowledge of childcare, which she uses to promote the welfare of the children. She is not using the birth-three matters framework and this is recommended to enhance the provision for children under three years. There are effective procedures in place to ensure children are safe for example an effective risk assessment is conducted and the fire evacuation plan is displayed. Documentation is very well maintained and is stored securely to maintain confidentiality. Overall the childminder meets the needs of children who attend.

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Complaints since the last inspection

There have been no complaints made to Ofsted since registration. 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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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 good. 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): • implement the birth-three matters framework to develop the provision for children under three years

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The quality and standards of the care

procedures set out in the leaflet Building better childcare: Compliments and concerns about inspectors' judgements 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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