Childminder in Enfield

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY377475 Inspection date 03/11/2009 Inspector Samantha Smith

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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 was registered in 2008. She lives with her adult son in Brimsdown, in the London Borough of Enfield. The whole ground floor of the childminder’s house is used for childminding as well as one first floor bedroom and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children at any one time and there is currently one on roll in early in the early years age group. The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. She also attends the local parent/toddler group. The family has a cat. 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 has a sound knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and support children's needs well. She has a positive attitude to improving her practice and the quality of her provision and is aware of the impact some of the identified areas for improvement have on her provision. Most of the welfare requirements are being met and effective partnerships have been established with parents and carers.

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further?

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

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further?

 maintain records required for the safe and efficient management of the setting, this refers to the daily record of the names of the children looked after on the premises and their hours of attendance (Documentation) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register) 18/11/2009

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further?

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

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further?

 use observations to assess the progress children are making in their learning and use this to inform future plans  establish constructive partnerships with other EYFS provisions to contribute towards learning and development more effectively  provide positive images that challenge children's thinking and help them to embrace difference in gender, ethnicity, language, religion, culture, special educational needs and disabilities This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

The setting is sufficiently led and managed to support the needs of the children attending. The childminder has completed the required training for registration and demonstrates a commitment to seeking further training on child issues. The environment is well planned to meet the needs of the children attending. Children have access to a good range of resources that mostly covers all areas of learning. Although space is limited the childminder has made effective use of the space available and has plans to create further play space in the upstairs bedrooms. Children currently attending come from similar backgrounds to the childminder and as a result this is reflected through her menus. However, although the childminder is aware of the importance of raising children awareness of other cultures and backgrounds she has yet to introduce this into her practice.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a sound understanding of her role in the protection of children and she has a comprehensive written policy in place that she shares with parents informing them of her responsibility in this. She is currently developing her processes for evaluation and is keen to improve the quality of her provision. She demonstrates some understanding of her areas of improvement and is aware of the impact that these will have on the quality of her setting.

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the early years provision

Children on roll currently attend other EYFS provisions and although the childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of the importance of such partnerships, she has yet to establish constructive communication links with them. Effective partnerships have been established with parents. Information obtained from them at the start of their child's placement is used to support the needs of the children attending and the continued channel of communication provides continuity of care and supports the delivery of the EYFS. The required consents have been obtained and parents have been informed of the required policies and procedures and this is confirmed by their signatures of acknowledgement. Most of the necessary documentation is in place and well maintained, with the exception of the records of children's attendance; although the childminder records children's daily attendance, the records do not accurately reflect the hours that they are in

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and outcomes for children

Children are well settled in the childminder's home. They benefit from a childminder who knows them and supports their needs well. The indoor and outdoor environment is suitably planned to meet children's needs providing them with a suitable range of experiences that contribute towards their overall development. The childminder is currently developing her systems of observation and assessment as yet they are not used to identify clear learning objectives or linked to future planning.

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and outcomes for children

Opportunities for children to extend their learning and acquire new skills are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 provided throughout daily routines and children benefit from the support and encouragement that they receive from the children to achieve. For example, when struggling to complete a puzzle the childminder encourages the child to think about the shape and colour of the pieces. When the child completes the puzzle he shows great pride in his achievement and the childminder acknowledges this through praising him to which he responds well and was keen to complete another one. Children's communication, language and literacy skills are being encouraged as they participate in regular conversations with the childminder throughout the day; they talk about what he is doing, what they are going to be doing next and she encourages him to make choices about what he wants to do and what he

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and outcomes for children

wants to eat. Children have established positive relationships with the childminder and her family. They communicate their needs effectively and respond appropriately to the childminder's requests as she manages their behaviour appropriately. They show their excitement when the childminder's grandchild arrives at the home and are keen to engage with her. Children's physical skills are promoted through their regular access to the garden, where they use large wheeled toys, a small trampoline and play ball games. The childminder expresses that she is keen to improve her garden resources and has a number of items on her wish list. The garden area is also used to support children's knowledge and understanding of the nature as they take part in planting activities.

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and outcomes for children

Children are learning to keep themselves safe as they take part in emergency evacuation practises and on trips out they learn about road safety. Sound hygiene routines and cooking contribute towards understanding of healthy living. They know that they must wash their hands before eating or taking part in cooking activities and after using the toilet. Children are well behaved and respond appropriately to the childminder's consistent approach and clear boundaries. 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 3 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 3 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 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Records to be kept) 18/11/2009

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Records to be kept) 18/11/2009

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