Childminder in Newham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY287372 Inspection date 06/01/2010 Inspector Liz Corr

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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 2004. She lives with her two school aged children and son aged 18 months in the E6 area of the London borough of Newham. They live in a three bedroom house. Children have access to the whole of the ground floor. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. A maximum of five children under eight may attend at any one time, of whom, three may be in the early years age range. There is currently one child on roll in the early years age range. The childminder is registered to work with an assistant. When working with an assistant, the childminder is registered to care for a maximum of 10 children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than six may be in the early years age range. She is also registered to care for children aged over five years to 11 years.

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Description of the childminding

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 good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are well cared for in a safe, secure and very welcoming environment. The childminder develops good relationships with parents and as a result, consistent care is provided as they share information regularly. The childminder has effective systems for evaluating her service in order to identify her strengths and areas she can develop further. Consequently, children are involved in a varied programme of activities to promote their learning and development and are welcomed and valued at the setting.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to promote children's good health by providing easy access to fresh drinking water at all times  enhance children's progress towards the early learning goals by obtaining more information from new parents about their development in all areas and continue to develop planning for learning outdoors.

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the early years provision

Children are well protected by the childminder's conscientious approach to safeguarding. She has a secure understanding of how to recognise symptoms of abuse and a clear procedure for reporting child protection concerns. Children's safety is promoted in the home and on outings as risk assessments are effectively This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 used to minimise hazards. Children are learning how to keep safe as they regularly take part in emergency evacuations. Furthermore, they are gently reminded how to play safely throughout the day. She encourages the children to help tidy up before they start a new activity, explaining that making a clear space will stop them from falling over the toys from their previous activity.

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the early years provision

The childminder is very well organised and has good systems for record keeping. Effective partnerships are developed with parents to ensure that each child's individual needs are known to her. She has devised useful systems to ensure that parents provide written permission for a wide range of activities and situations. This includes permission to liaise with other professionals who provide care for the children, such as teachers or nursery staff, in order to promote continuity. Parents are provided with the policies and procedures for the setting which clearly explain her responsibilities as a childminder. Useful information is displayed around the setting, including certificates of her recent training courses. The childminder is developing processes to help prepare children for school and nursery. Records of children's progress towards the early learning goals will be shared with other professionals working at these settings. The childminder is committed to making

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the early years provision

continuous improvements to her service. For example, she has completed recommendations from the last inspection, including the implementation of risk assessments. She has developed systems to evaluate her service by identifying her strengths and areas for improvement. The childminder recently identified that she wants to build on her provision for imaginative play. She included parents and children in this discussion and has ordered new equipment for the home corner. The childminder regularly updates her childcare knowledge by attending courses run by the local authority. She has developed secure links with her local childminding coordinator in case she needs advice or support. Therefore the outcomes for children are positive.

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and outcomes for children

Children access a bright, welcoming environment which is thoughtfully laid out and inviting to children. They play with toys and equipment that are well made and suitable for their stage of development. Children easily access the play materials which are stored within their reach. The childminder encourages them to look after the equipment as they learn to tidy away when they have finished playing. Children have fun here and benefit from positive interaction with the childminder during their play. During one activity they count and talk about colours as they build a tower together. The children squeal with delight each time their tower falls down. During story sessions the childminder supports their language skills as she explains unfamiliar words to them. While they play with the toy washing machine the childminder explains simply how it works, they enjoy her involvement which promotes their learning and enjoyment as they learn to focus on each activity.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder delivers the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework confidently. She has developed secure systems to observe and assess children's progress towards the early learning goals. A wide range of activities are provided for children and cover the six areas of learning. Records of their progress are shared This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 regularly with parents. A colour coded system helps introduce parents to her systems for assessing children's progress. Parents provide useful information at the beginning of the placement; however, this does not cover all areas of learning. The children have regular access to outdoor play including, the childminder's garden. However, a balanced program of outdoor activities which cover the six areas of learning has not been developed. Parents are encouraged to continue their child's learning at home as the childminder provides them with regular updates of their

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and outcomes for children

The childminder provides an inclusive environment for all children. A wide range of resources promoting diversity are available for children at the setting. She works closely with parents to ensure she has useful information about each child's individual needs. She carefully monitors their progress to identify if a child needs extra help or support. Through discussion the childminder is able to clearly demonstrate how she would support children with English as an additional language, including ensuring she has a list of key words in their home language and providing dual language books. She is keen to use sign language and has organised training in this area so she can support all children with their emerging language skills. Children's behaviour is managed positively as they learn to share and consider each other's feelings. Children are aware of the boundaries at the setting as the childminder explains these gently to them. Consequently, the

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and outcomes for children

Children play in a clean and well maintained environment. They are learning good hygiene skills as they wash their hands before and after meals and snacks. They are provided with individual paper towels to prevent the risk of cross infection. They are provided with regular drinks throughout the day, such as meal and snack times, but are unable to easily access them at their level when they want to. A clear sickness procedure is in place and shared with parents which ensures children are cared for at home when they are unwell. 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: 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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