Ceesay, Dewi Aida

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY385307 Inspection date 26/01/2010 Inspector Josephine Geoghegan

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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 registered in 2008. She lives with her three children in the London Borough of Lambeth. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's home is used for childminding and there is an enclosed communal garden for supervised outside play. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children under eight years at any one time, all of whom may be in the early years age group. She is currently minding three children in this age group. She also offers care to children in the later years age group. The childminder is also registered on the compulsory part of the Childcare Register. No children presently attend who have identified special educational needs and/or disabilities. The childminder does not provide overnight care or employ an assistant.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is inadequate.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The provider has failed to maintain one of the conditions of registration which is a breach of requirements. This is due to the number of children cared for exceeding the conditions of registration as children attend for a variety of sessions. However, the childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), and as a result, the needs of the children are met well. The capacity to maintain continuous improvement is strong, for example, the childminder has made good progress since registration by devising and successfully implementing a broad range of policies and procedures that promote children's welfare and development.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the early years provision requires significant improvement. The registered person is given a Notice to Improve that sets out actions to be carried out.

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further?

To comply with the requirements of the EYFS the registered person must take the following action by the specified date:

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further?

 improve knowledge and understanding of the requirements set out in regulations, especially regarding the conditions of registration (Documentation) 09/02/2010

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further?

To improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 develop the systems of self-evaluation to help identify strengths and weaknesses relating to all areas of the childminding service. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

The childminder maintains accurate records regarding children's attendance, their individual details and any accidents or medications, however, she has failed to develop a secure understanding of the ratios that must be maintained in relation to the conditions of registration which poses a potential risk to safeguarding children's welfare. The childminder knows what to do if she is worried a child is being abused as she has attended training courses. She has appropriate policies and procedures in place and keeps relevant information easily accessible, enabling her to take prompt action if she has any concerns regarding children's welfare. Children's individual backgrounds and needs are known and all children are able to access activities, promoting equality. Children learn about diversity through regular outings in the local community and while using resources and books that promote positive images. In addition, children have access to a good range of reference

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the early years provision

books relating to cultures and beliefs and participate in planned activities relating to festivals. Partnerships are strong as the childminder uses information from the school to ensure activities complement the children's school curriculum and information is shared with others effectively. Parents are offered a variety of information about the setting and their children's progress, keeping them well informed. In addition, all documentation is shared effectively with parents, helping to safeguard children's welfare. The childminder is currently attending a long term course regarding self-evaluation, enabling her to develop the self-evaluation of the childminding service, although this is in its infancy. The childminder is driving improvement by attending courses that help extend her knowledge of childcare and has made many improvements since registration, such as extending resources. Good systems are in place to deploy resources as the childminder ensures good

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the early years provision

use is made of time and space, enabling children to benefit from a well organised environment and a balance of activities that support their learning and development.

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and outcomes for children

Children benefit from a welcoming learning environment where toys and resources are well organised. Displays of children’s creative work, educational posters and photos of children participating in activities and outings promote a sense of belonging. Resources are of good quality, well maintained and suitable for the age and abilities of children attending. Children’s physical care needs are met as they use a range of child sized furniture and equipment. Although no children presently attend who have identified special educational needs and/or disabilities, the childminder has appropriate policies and procedures in place aimed at promoting inclusion. High regard is given to promoting children’s safety as the childminder conducts risk assessments of the home and prior to any outings. In addition, children participate in regular evacuation drills and appropriate safety equipment is in place. Children’s individual dietary needs are known and the childminder ensures

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and outcomes for children

all meals provided by parents are appropriately stored and prepared. The childminder offers a range of healthy snacks and children know to help themselves This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 to water in their own cups, helping to promote healthy eating habits. Children learn good hygiene habits with support from the childminder, such as washing their hands before meals and after using the toilet independently. Positive behaviour is encouraged by the childminder who offers lots of praise for children’s effort and supports them in developing their social skills, such as learning to share and take turns during play.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy, settled and interested to learn. They move freely, exploring the learning environment and make choices of resources, developing their independence. They benefit from a relaxed meal time where they sit together and discuss recent events, developing their social skills. Children enjoy creative activities such as using play dough; they discuss how the different types of dough smell, look and feel, developing awareness of their senses. In addition, they use a range of paint collage and drawing materials, enabling them to develop their free creative expression. Children develop their knowledge and understanding of the world as they play with toy animals and discuss the sounds they make. Children freely engage in conversations with the childminder and each other, developing their language skills. They enjoy looking at books with the childminder and make purposeful marks while using pens and chalks on the easel. Children develop their

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and outcomes for children

problem solving skills as they fit the pieces of the train track together while being supported by the childminder. In addition, they develop their awareness of size and shape as they talk use the play dough and talk about the shape cutters. They benefit from a balanced range of activities in the home and use the garden for regular outside play, promoting their physical skills. 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 4 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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