Childminder in Hammersmith and Fulham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY239268 Inspection date 15/10/2009 Inspector Julie Biddle

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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 2003. She lives in a first floor mansion flat in the London borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. The childminder has four grown-up children, one of whom is a student and lives at home. Minded children have access to the lounge, dining room and hall area of the flat, and bathroom and toilet facilities are on the same floor. Access to the flat is via a stair case.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for three children at any one time. She is currently caring for one child in the early years age group. She also offers care to children in the older age range. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association. She is also a member of the local childminding network.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder is enthusiastic about her work and consequently offers a warm, welcoming and inclusive service. Children are treated with respect and their individual needs are known and met. The childminder has very good relationships with parents and shares information regularly to keep them well informed about their child's progress. An accurate self-evaluation means that there are effective strategies in place to support the continuous improvement of the service she provides for the benefit of the children and their families.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop planning and assessment processes  continue to develop the range of resources and opportunities for children to learn about the wider world and differing lifestyles

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good knowledge of safeguarding children. She fully understands how to report any concerns to protect children's welfare. Risk assessments are undertaken and the childminder ensures there are no obvious safety hazards for children in her home and when on outings. The childminder is proactive in ensuring children are learning how to keep themselves safe, for example, they look for the green man when crossing the busy local roads and learn how to safely evacuate the building. The relevant information that the childminder gathers from parents about their child before an arrangement This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 commences ensures children settle quickly and receive consistent and appropriate care. As a result, the childminder understands and responds to the individual needs of each child.

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the early years provision

Children have easy access to an exciting variety of toys and learning resources, which captures their interest and motivates them to learn. The childminder organises the environment to allow children to explore freely, thereby assisting them to become independent learners. Children have access to a small range of resources that reflect positive images of the local and wider world. They are beginning to learn about different cultures and lifestyles, in particular the childminder shares information about her own culture's special events, language and clothes. However, the childminder is very aware that her knowledge is limited and is currently working towards improving her understanding of other cultures and lifestyles to share with the children in her care.

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the early years provision

The childminder has the necessary skills to self-evaluate her work with the children. She is able to identify areas to build upon her existing good practice to ensure that children’s time with her is positive and rewarding. To this end, she continues to attend training to enhance her knowledge and skills. She has built up good relationships with her support worker in the local authority and works as a mentor to support new childminders in the area.

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the early years provision

There are many good aspects to the partnership with parents. For example, there is a daily exchange of information regarding their child's daily activities and progress. Parents are made to feel very welcome and they comment that they are happy with the care their child receives. The childminder has a positive attitude to working with other professionals to support the children in her care.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy their time at the setting and are happy and settled here. The childminder provides a relaxed environment where children have fun and enjoy being with each other. They demonstrate a sense of belonging as they easily approach the childminder if they need help or would like a change of activity. Children take pleasure in the freedom they have to explore all that there is to play with. They are developing their independence as they select toys for themselves. Their enjoyment and learning is enhanced by the childminder's involvement in their play. The children and childminder sit together as they delve into a basket of shredded paper looking for hidden animals. The children are really pleased with themselves as they find and name the animals. They all laugh together as the children make animal noises.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of the early learning goals and along with her effective skills in engaging children in challenging and stimulating activities, she successfully helps children to make good progress in all areas of their development. She has started to observe and record children's development in their individual portfolios, however, this is in its early stages and needs some development. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children use their imagination as they pretend to make cakes and cups of tea; they comment that they will need the gloves as the cake will be hot when it is cooked. They have fun as they build Mr Potato Head, looking for facial parts such as eyes and a nose. The childminder uses open-ended questions to encourage the children to think for themselves and to extend their use of language; 'Where do you think

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and outcomes for children

Children's health is effectively promoted because the childminder takes necessary steps to prevent the spread of infection within her home and takes appropriate action when children are ill. The bathroom has photographs of children washing their hands as a gentle reminder of good hygiene practices and how to keep themselves healthy. In addition, there are frequent opportunities for children to enjoy playing in the local park on the large apparatus, which means children's good health and physical development are further promoted. They benefit from being offered nutritious snacks of fruit and vegetables. Children are particularly pleased when they complete a sponsored walk for children in need in the community.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder manages children's behaviour using positive methods that are appropriate to their level of understanding. Praise and encouragement are also used to enable children to develop confidence and good self-esteem. 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 2 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 2

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 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 2

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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

 ensure the written procedure to be followed for the protection of children includes arrangements for allegations being made against the childminder or a member of her household (Arrangements for Safeguarding Children) 02/11/2009

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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 above (Arrangements for Safeguarding Children) 02/11/2009

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