Childminder in Kingston upon Thames

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY403899 Inspection date 26/04/2010 Inspector Ann Moss

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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 2010. She lives with her husband and child aged two years in a house in Surbiton Surrey. The premises are located close to shops, parks, schools and public transport links. The whole of the childminder’s home is used for childminding and there is a garden available for outside play.

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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 two may be in the early years age range. Currently she is caring for one child in the early years age group. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory part of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is able to collect children from the local school and attends toddler groups on a regular basis with younger children.

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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 happy and settled in an environment which is welcoming and inclusive for all who attend. They are well cared for and supported in their development, so that they make good progress. The childminder evaluates her provision and has identified and made plans for future improvement in order to raise outcomes for children. She develops good relationships with parents, to share information and provide continuity of care and learning. All of the required documentation and parental consents are in place.

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further?

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

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further?

 review the risk assessment to include any changes and maintain a record of when and by whom they have been checked (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) 10/05/2010

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further?

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

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further?

 make systematic observations and assessments of each child's achievements, interests and learning styles; use these observations and assessments to identify learning priorities and plan relevant and motivating learning experiences for each child  provide positive images that challenge children's thinking and help them to embrace differences in ethnicity, language, religion, culture, special educational needs and disabilities. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

There are effective systems in place to safeguard children and to promote their welfare. Written policies and procedures, such as illness and the administration of medicines are in place to support individual children with medical needs. The childminder has a sound understanding of her role in child protection and her policy clearly informs parents of this. Written risk assessments have been undertaken of the home, garden and outings. This allows children to explore their environment and take calculated risks and learn from their environment. However, the childminder has omitted to record the date of the next review. This is a breach in a specific legal requirement. Children practise safe behaviours. For example, they practise the emergency evacuation drill and when out walking they routinely use the green cross code.

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the early years provision

The childminder organises her home for the benefit of all who attend. For example, a parents' information board displays relevant information pertaining to the service provided, such as the certificate of registration. Children move around freely indoors and outdoors. They sit and eat together, promoting socialization. If a child needs a nap the then quiet area is found. Toys and resources are organised low down giving children the freedom to make independent choices and decisions about how they spend their time, play and learning. This helps children to feel safe, secure and gain a sense of belonging. The childminder plans learning opportunities that make good use of local amenities, such as the library, parks and toddler groups. This enables children to develop an awareness of their local community and our diverse society.

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the early years provision

The childminder is enthusiastic and committed to providing an inclusive setting that values diversity and differences. Although there are no children attending with identified needs she demonstrates through discussion the importance of making reasonable adjustments. She knows how to support a child with English as an additional language through research and working in partnership with parents and others. She forges strong links with parents and plans to meet with other providers of the Early Years Foundations Stage (EYFS) as children start pre-school. The policies and procedures help parents to understand the service offered. A warm welcome, face to face contact and daily diaries help parents to understand their child’s day. Learning journals are shared with parents, ensuring they are kept fully informed of their child’s achievements, which helps parents to support their child's learning at home.

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the early years provision

The childminder is beginning to self-evaluate her service and has identified areas for development, such as, increasing toys and resources that reflect positive images of diversity and disability. This helps to drive improvement and raise outcomes for children. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

The childminder creates a homely environment that offers a range of activities which encourage children's interests and curiosity both indoors and outdoors. As a result, children are well supported and make good progress in their learning and development. The childminder organises her time to ensure children have individual attention. Planning is flexible and takes account of children’s individual abilities and interests and offers a balance of adult-led and child initiated activities that are meaningful, including skills for the future. The childminder observes children progress so that she can get to know the child's interests and abilities. However, she has not fully implemented a system that makes clear links between observation and planning for children’s next steps in learning. This is because the childminder is in the process of developing her knowledge in this area.

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and outcomes for children

The children are well motivated and eager to learn. Creative development is well supported and the childminder allows them ample time and provides encouragement to express their ideas and feelings through role-play, music and movement. For example, children choose to move rhythmically to the sound of music. The childminder uses this opportunity to extend their learning and introduces a range of musical instruments, such as piano keyboard and shakers. Children equally enjoy initiating their own play and using their imagination in role- play. For example, they show good co-ordination and control as they crawl through a play tunnel and jump up and down.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder plans visits to the library to develop children’s interests in books and rhyme and to extend their attention span as they sit and listen. At home, children benefit from daily access to the outdoor play area where they ride on wheeled toys and stop and start with confidence and control. Children behave well. They are beginning to learn right from wrong through the childminder's gentle explanation and how behaviour impacts on others. This helps children to learn autonomy and a disposition to learn.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn about healthy lifestyles as they have many opportunities to be outside. They are beginning to manage risk through a range of challenging play activities, such as, riding wheeled toys. This helps them to calculate and manage risk for themselves. They learn the importance of washing their hands especially after playing outside and before eating. They enjoy healthy home cooked food and snacks of fresh fruit and vegetables. Drinks are always accessible ensuring that they do not become dehydrated. 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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