Childminder in Bexley

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY392840 Inspection date 27/05/2010 Inspector Linda Margaret Nicholls

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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 has been registered since 2009. Registration is for the Early Years Register and both the compulsory part and the voluntary part of the Childcare Register. Registration is for a maximum of three children under eight years, of whom two may be in the early years age range. Registration does not include overnight care. There is currently one child on roll in the early years age range. When minding with another childminder, a maximum of no more than three children may be present.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder lives with her husband, who is also a registered childminder, and two children aged two years and seven years. The home is a second floor flat in a residential area of Erith, Kent. There is no lift access to the second floor. The childminder works in a supportive role.

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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 childminder and the co-childminder demonstrate a secure knowledge of each child as a unique individual, which supports their learning and development needs. Children make steady progress towards the early learning goals. Safeguarding procedures are clear and children's well-being is promoted. The childminder and the co-childminder have an accurate understanding of their strengths and weaknesses and take effective steps, attending additional professional training, to support the continuous improvement of the service they provide.

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further?

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

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further?

 developing the range of toys and resources, to include programmable resources to establish a foundation for future skills and including positive images of other cultures and languages, so that children learn to recognise similarities and differences and build positive relationships

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the early years provision

The childminder follows well-organised systems established by the co-childminder to ensure that all adults have met vetting procedures, have current clearance checks and are suitable to work with children. Safeguarding children procedures are clear, providing the required information in line with Local Safeguarding Children Board guidelines. Daily visual checks are made that check against the risk assessments carried out on all areas of the premises. These assessments include procedures for regular and occasional outings. Resources are accessible to children although these are limited and do not offer stimulation or challenge to older This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 children. There are no positive examples of cultural or linguistic diversity or those that reflect the culture of children presently attending. Direct supervision of children is maintained by the childminder or the co-childminder at all times. The

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the early years provision

childminder practises the emergency evacuation plans with children. The arrival and departure of children is recorded.

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the early years provision

The childminder contributes to the completion of required records and ensures documentation is available for inspection. These include all necessary information for the protection of children including accident and medication records and daily information about activities or events. The childminder can explain the policies and procedures that tell parents how the provision is organised. Individual needs and family preferences are routinely discussed to meet specific individual needs. The childminder although not responsible for record keeping, is aware to maintain appropriate records, including a record of complaints.

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the early years provision

Both childminders work together to identify the strengths and weaknesses of their provision. They use reflective practice and productive self-evaluation to plan further training with support from the local authority. The childminder works closely with parents, showing a sound understanding of the need to keep them informed on a daily basis. The childminder contributes to planned activities that build on children's abilities and interests. Individual learning records demonstrate children enjoy learning and make steady progress in all areas. Positive relationships with other providers of the Early Years Foundation Stage are used to consolidate and extend children's learning demonstrating that both childminders have a sound understanding of how these partnerships support children's learning and development.

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and outcomes for children

Children play quietly and show they are secure as they sing as they play. Children practise and acquire words and language skills because the childminder engages them in conversation as they play. They learn the names of colours and shapes. Children build patterns and arrange items in sequence as they play with picture cards. Children are absorbed as they play with the doll. They confidently announce they can count to 13 and sing Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star, as they play. Children are provided with resources such as pencils, paper and stencils to develop pencil control. They explore new skills such as throwing balls or pushing cars in and out of other toys on the floor. The childminder supports children's individual needs and interests because she observes what they do and builds on information gained from their parents. However, she has not yet completed her training so her co- childminder takes main responsibility for planning and the individual learning

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and outcomes for children

profiles. Children progress steadily because assessments build to next steps to learning ensuring they learn at their own pace. Children are provided with opportunities to explore the different textures of cloth, plastic and wood. They know the difference between rough and smooth. Children's imaginative play is not well supported with few resources that challenge them. Children show a growing understanding of the world as they examine the inside of toys with the magnifier. However, they do not have access to resources to explore and develop an This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 understanding of communication technology.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder encourages children to learn to keep themselves safe. They happily tidy away toys when asked or choose to sit at the table to eat the foods their parents provide. Fresh water is available throughout their stay. They learn to look after shared resources, furniture and to care for others because both childminders provide good role models. Children gain an understanding of their immediate community as they walk to school or during short walks in the locality. Children enjoy opportunities to develop their physical skills as they use large play equipment at a nearby play park. They develop social skills and learn to negotiate as they join other children at group venues. Children adopt accepted personal health routines as they put their hands over their mouth when they cough or wash their hands before eating food. 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 3 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 3 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: 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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