Childminder in Hillingdon

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY294754 Inspection date 01/03/2010 Inspector Susan Elizabeth Tovey

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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 0300 123 1231, 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: 0300 123 1231 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 lives with her husband and three children aged 14, 12 and nine years in Hayes in the London Borough of Hillingdon. Childminding mainly takes place on the ground floor with sleeping facilities on the first floor. The garden is not used for outdoor play, children are taken out to local parks and playgrounds.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time. The childminder currently cares for four children in the early years age group. She collects children from Cranford Park Primary School.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder speaks Urdu, Punjabi and English.

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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 children are happy and secure in the care of the childminder who is enthusiastic and committed to her work. She organises her home to provide a warm and safe place for children to play and explore. Their individual needs are clearly met because the childminder builds good relationships with parents. She recognises her strengths and areas for improvement, and has a very positive attitude to improving her practice for the benefit of the children.

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further?

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

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further?

 extend children's learning opportunities in the outdoor environment.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding children. She takes appropriate steps to promote children's health and well-being. She ensures all members of the household have been vetted and that children are closely supervised at all times. The childminder has a clear understanding of safeguarding issues; she is aware of possible signs and symptoms of abuse and the action she should take if she has any concerns. All the required documentation is in place; these written policies and procedures underpin practice. Regular risk assessments are carried out on the setting and the places children visit to identify and minimise all possible hazards.

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the early years provision

The childminder provides an inclusive environment where children feel valued as individuals. Boys and girls have equal access to a good range of toys, furniture and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 equipment that is suitable for their age and stage of development. Children begin to learn about the world in which they live, for instance, as they play with multicultural resources and celebrate festivals.

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the early years provision

Children benefit from the good relationships the childminder has developed with parents. Daily verbal exchanges help ensure children receive continuity of care. In addition, the childminder also provides daily communication diaries. Children's files are shared with parents, and photographs are used to illustrate activities and play children have enjoyed. The childminder encourages children to take their creative work home so that parents can share their child's pride in what they have achieved. The childminder is forming positive links with any others who are involved in the child's care, enabling her to support individual children's development in specific areas and follow topics or events children may be learning about at nursery school.

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the early years provision

The childminder uses self-evaluation effectively to reflect on her practice. She demonstrates a good commitment to ongoing improvement. This is evident as recommendations raised at the last inspection have been fully addressed, improving outcomes for children. The childminder identifies areas for her own development, such as future training, development of the outdoor area and seeking children's opinions about what they enjoy doing while in her care. All the required written records and documentation are maintained. These are well organised and contain the relevant information.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a good knowledge of the EYFS learning and requirements. Regular assessments and observations on all children are carried out, and their progress and achievements are recorded. The childminder knows the children well and adapts her planned activities according to children’s interest. Her records of children's development are attractively presented in folders with photographic illustrations and samples of the children's work.

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and outcomes for children

The play space is well organised. Children's pictures and educational posters are attractively displayed on the walls, with activities and toys for all areas of learning available. These are arranged at low level to enable young children to easily access and make independent choices as to what they play with. Although, currently, there are fewer opportunities for children to extend their learning in the outdoor environment.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy, settled and have formed good relationships with the childminder. They enjoy a good mix of adult-led and child-initiated play. Children have great fun, playing with the cooking utensils, making chapatti and creating Rengoli pictures for Holi the Festival of Colour. The childminder sits with them, extending their enjoyment and learning as they play. Children focus well on their chosen activities, for example, younger children giggle with delight as they manage to push the buttons on the various musical toys. The childminder is skilful in asking open ended questions to get children to extend their vocabulary, think and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 contribute their own ideas. Children are also encouraged to extend their language skills through stories, songs and rhymes which form a regular part of the children's daily experiences. Good use is made of the local community; children are taken out

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and outcomes for children

most days for visits to the toy library, local parks, groups and the library to enjoy story time and change books.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn about healthy lifestyles as they eat healthy and nutritious meals and snacks that have regard for their individual dietary needs and preferences. Meal times are social occasions with children sitting together. Younger children are developing their self help skills as they eat their lunch of rice and vegetables using a spoon independently. Drinks are readily accessible to children throughout the day. Children are encouraged to play safely outside and learn about road safety as they go out in the local area. The childminder regularly practises the fire evacuation procedure with the children, which ensures their quick and safe evacuation from the setting should the need arise.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder manages children's behaviour, using positive methods appropriate to their level of understanding. Praise and encouragement are also used to enable children to develop confidence and good self-esteem. Children are protected from illness and infection at the setting where they play in a very clean and safe environment. 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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