Childminder in Lewisham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY398881 Inspection date 06/05/2010 Inspector Pamela Patricia Paisley

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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 was registered in 2009. She is on the Early Years Register and on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder lives with her husband and three children aged four, twenty-two months and 15, in Sydenham within the London borough of Lewisham. The whole ground floor and bathroom facilities on the first floor of the childminder’s home are used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outdoor play. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children at any one time and not more than one child may be in the early years age group. The childminder is currently minding two children in the early years age group. 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

Overall the quality of the provision is good. Children are cared for in a stimulating and creative environment that encourages independence. There are effective links with parents to help them be involved in their child’s care and education. Children’s individual needs are met well and the childminder organises her home to ensure that all children can take part in the activities she provides. As a result, children are making good progress in their learning and development. The childminder is committed to improving the service she provides by going on relevant training courses to enhance her knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop systems for planning activities that focus on working towards the early learning goals  ensure children practise regular fire drills to help them become aware of emergency evacuation procedures  develop self-evaluation systems to ensure continuous improvement.

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the early years provision

The childminder has robust safeguarding procedures in place to protect children. She has attended a training course related to child protection. In this way, she ensures that her practice is underpinned by a good and up-to-date knowledge of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect and also the correct procedure to follow should she have any concerns. Children use an extensive range of toys and equipment that are of good quality and safe. They support enjoyable activities that stimulate and challenge in ways appropriate to the needs This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 of the age range of children attending. Children access resources independently and equipment is kept clean, in a good state of repair and is regularly checked for safety by the childminder. Partnerships with parents are well established and parents are encouraged to share what they know about their child, particularly

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the early years provision

when children first start attending. The childminder gives parents detailed information about their child’s day and parents are fully informed about the childminder’s role and the care that is provided. The childminder intends to build good links with other provisions where her minded children may attend to ensure continuity of care and education. Thorough risk assessments are carried out by the childminder to protect children from potential dangers. Appropriate safety equipment is used according to the age and needs of the children attending, such as socket covers, safety gates, door stoppers and cupboard locks. The childminder plans to complete relevant training courses to enhance her knowledge and skills, although she has not yet fully developed systems to evaluate the service she provides. There is an extensive range of policies and procedures in place which are required to promote the welfare and care of children, including procedures for lost

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the early years provision

and uncollected children. They are shared with parents and regularly reviewed.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder provides an interesting and welcoming environment and makes good use of her time and resources to support children’s learning. Activities and experiences are broad and effective and meet the needs of individual children. The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and how young children learn and makes sure that she plans for children’s next steps of learning, although she is not yet secure in her knowledge of how to link activities to the early learning goals. The childminder uses books and discussions to help children learn about different cultures and beliefs. She gives good support to children with English as an additional language by learning words and phrases in their home language. Children have good access to resources that reflect positive images of culture, gender and disability. The childminder’s home is organised well, creating a child friendly environment which enables children to

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and outcomes for children

explore and take risks; although children do not practise regular drills to help them become familiar with emergency evacuation procedures. The childminder plans many outings throughout the week and children go on regular trips to a number of different groups such as the local library, parks and several toddler groups where they are able to sing, play musical instruments, take part in a wide variety of creative and physical activities and socialise with their peers.

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and outcomes for children

Children show a great interest in books and listen intently to stories told by the childminder. They are beginning to name and make sounds of animals and other objects in books that they recognise. Children are becoming independent and feed themselves at meal times. The childminder ensures they can help themselves to drinks when they are thirsty and they concentrate well as they attempt to put on their own clothes and shoes. The childminder is aware of each child’s individual dietary needs and ensures these are met. Menus are shared with parents so that they are aware of the types of meals provided. Children’s health is promoted by a wholesome, nutritious and balanced diet. Meals are freshly prepared using fresh This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 fruit and vegetables, which encourages healthy eating. Children are beginning to use mathematical language as they sing number songs. Their problem solving and

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and outcomes for children

reasoning skills are being developed through good access to puzzles, sorting bricks into colours and the use of sand and water with suitable play equipment for learning mathematical concepts and language such as 'full' and 'empty'. Children are learning about living things as they visit farms and have access to programmable toys to support their understanding about technology. Children’s physical development is enhanced as they enjoy dancing to music, going for walks to local parks where they can run, climb and ride on suitable play equipment. The childminder’s garden is very accessible and children have good opportunities to play ball games and use pedal cars and bikes. 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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