Childminder in Kingston upon ThamesOfsted inspection, 18 May 2010

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 132087 Inspection date 18/05/2010 Inspector Martha Naa Ahimah Darkwah

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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 1993. She lives in the home with her husband and two adult sons and a 13 year old son. They live in a house in the London borough of Kingston-upon-Thames, Surrey. Most of the ground floor is used for childminding with top bedroom for sleeping. Children have access to the upstairs toilet and bathroom and bedroom two. There is a fully enclosed garden.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age group. She is not registered to care for children overnight.

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Description of the childminding

There are currently three children on roll in the early years age range. She supports children who have English as an additional language.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The children enjoy the time they spend with the childminder and her family. They make sound progress in their learning and development as they have access to a range of appropriate play experiences. Useful information is gathered from parents to help the childminder to meet the children's individual needs whilst they are in her care. There are some weakness in the provision and the childminder is aware of the improvements required and is committed to putting them into place to enable her to support all the children in her care. The childminder has recently completed training, but is yet to establish systems to evaluate her ability and skills as a childminder.

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further?

To fully meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 conduct a risk assessment, review it regularly and maintain a record of particular aspects of the environment that need to be checked on a regular basis including when and by whom they have been checked (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register) 08/07/2010

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further?

 carry out a risk assessment for each and every outing taken with minded children (Safeguarding and welfare) 08/07/2010

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further?

 develop the procedure to be followed in the event of a parent failing to collect a child at the appointed time (Safeguarding and welfare) 08/07/2010 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 To further improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 develop the self-evaluation processes as the basis for ongoing review by ensuring that all requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage are included in the review.  continue to plan and organise systems to ensure that every child receives an enjoyable and challenging learning and development experience that is tailored to meet their individual needs  continue to develop observation skills and the procedures for analysing the information to identify children's next steps to support planning future activities  promote equality of opportunity by providing positive images and activities to challenge children’s thinking and help them develop respect for equality and for differences in culture, disability, ethnicity, gender, learning difficulties and religion

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the early years provision

Children are safeguarded and well protected because the childminder demonstrates a commitment to act in their best interests at all times. She has recently attended a safeguarding children course and has a sound awareness of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse. She is fully aware and understands the procedures to follow should she have any cause for concern or if an allegation were made against her. Written information, including the contact details for the relevant agencies, are well organised in folders, which enables the childminder to refer to them as necessary. However, she does not have a safeguarding statement of procedures to be followed in the event of concern about a child being abused.

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the early years provision

The childminder is aware of the importance of safety within the home. For example, appropriate fire detection and control equipment is in place. She has developed a range of suitable policies and procedures on safety, such as emergency evacuation which is carried out regularly with children to teach them fire safety. Additionally, she has a policy in place in the event of a gas leak, a child going missing or in the event of a flood. However, the childminder has not completed a record of risk assessment of the environment to ensure that hazards to children are kept to a minimum. This is a breach of a specific legal requirement. A number of policies and procedures are in place to fully support her practice. These include safeguarding and complaints. However, she is yet to develop a risk assessment for the specific outings undertaken with children and the procedure to be followed in the event of a child not being collected by the parent at the

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the early years provision

The childminder has a working knowledge and understanding of children’s individual needs, the Early Years Foundation Stage and welfare requirements, which results in children settling well and making sound progress. She gives careful consideration to the individual needs of the children and she ensures that they are well cared for. Some toys and activities reflect the diversity of the local This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 community, although these are limited. Information about the children's time with the childminder is shared verbally at the end of every day and parents are able to view their children’s ‘learning journey’ books.

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the early years provision

The childminder’s home is clean and comfortable with a sufficient range of play resources to support children's learning and development. All recommendations raised at the previous inspection have been positively addressed in order to improve outcomes for children. She has participated in some courses to enhance her practice and extend her knowledge, including first aid. All the required systems are in place to ensure information about children's health, safety and welfare are recorded. Children are encouraged to learn about a healthy lifestyle by engaging in daily outdoor play and exercise by visiting the local park and places of interest.

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the early years provision

The childminder has limited systems in place to self-evaluate her practice effectively. This affects her ability to identify sound areas for continuous improvement to meet the Early Years Foundation Stage. As a result, this inspection identified a number of breaches of requirements. The childminder understands the importance of attending training workshops to enhance her skills and knowledge.

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the early years provision

Parents state that they are happy with the progress their children are making and comment on the lovely manner the childminder has with children, the very friendly family environment and the opportunities children have to mix with children of all ages. The childminder demonstrated she has a sound understanding of how she would work effectively with other professionals if necessary and support children moving on to full time school.

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and outcomes for children

Children have developed good relationships with the childminder's easy going and warm personality. Children experience continuity of care because the childminder shares information with parents and takes notice of the information given to her about the children. For example, children are given a choice of foods they like and their dislikes are taken into account. Children's individual needs are acknowledged. Children are assured of having equal access to all activities provided.

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and outcomes for children

Children's language skills are enhanced, the childminder spends quality time in reinforcing communication skills. They enjoy choosing books and listening to stories, for example, Topsy and Tim. The childminder uses a range of books on safety to teach children about the dangers of playing by water, railway, and building site. Children's speech is developing well because the childminder spends a lot of time talking to them, sharing books with them and playing with them. Children are generally well behaved and happy as the childminder treats them politely and respectfully. Children smile when the childminder offers them praise.

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and outcomes for children

Children take part in energetic play and games in the local park daily. They enjoy a suitable range of outings and activities. They experience play with other children and adults at pre-school, which helps develop their social skills. Children are beginning to develop their skills for the future in communicating, literacy, This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 numeracy and information and communication technology as they play on the interactive games and engage in conversations with the childminder.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder works effectively in partnership with parents and others. There is a two-way flow of information about their child’s welfare and activities, thus supporting consistency of care. Parents are involved in their child's care and learning right from the outset and she gathers detailed information from them about their child to enable her to meet their specific individual care needs. This helps the childminder to provide appropriate support to children. As a result, they are happy and settled in her care. 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 3 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 3 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 2 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 3

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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

 keep a written statement of procedures to be followed to protect children from abuse or neglect (Arrangements for safeguarding children) 08/07/2010

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 08/07/2010

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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 in the early years section of the report (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 08/07/2010

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