Childminder in Newham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number EY286460 Inspection date 02 December 2005 Inspector Valerie Jean Brown

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Type of inspection Childcare Type of care Childminding

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This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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ABOUT THIS INSPECTION

The purpose of this inspection is to assure government, parents and the public of the quality of childcare and, if applicable, of nursery education. The inspection was carried out under Part XA Children Act 1989 as introduced by the Care Standards Act 2000 and, where nursery education is provided, under Schedule 26 of the School Standards and Framework Act 1998. This report details the main strengths and any areas for improvement identified during the inspection. The judgements included in the report are made in relation to the outcomes for children set out in the Children Act 2004; the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding; and, where nursery education is provided, the Curriculum guidance for the foundation stage. The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration or 1 April 2004 whichever is the later.

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough For more information about early years inspections, please see the booklet Are you ready for your inspection? which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are satisfactory. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder has been registered since 2004 she lives with her husband and 3 children aged 11 years, 9 years, and 6 years old, in a 3 bedroom house located in the London Borough of Newham E13. There are shops and parks within walking distance. The Lounge is used for childminding purpose. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. There is 1 child on roll.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is good. The children's health is very well maintained. They are cared for in an environment where good standards of hygiene are promoted consistently. Children learn personal hygiene skills on how to wash hands before meals and after going to the toilet, and their health is protected through lots of care and attention. The children's dietary needs, allergies and religious requirements are discussed with parents and are catered for. They are provided with a balanced and nutritious diet that helps them to grow and develop healthily. All polices and procedures related to promoting children's health are in place such as accident, medication, incident books. The childminder attends First Aid training to develop knowledge on how to protect the children's health.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. Children are cared for in a safe, secured and well-maintained environment. Children have access to a good range of toys and equipment that are safe, accessible and suitable for all ages of children. Space is organised very well to enable children to move around freely and safely. A good range of safety equipment is in place to ensure children's safety such as smoke alarm, fire blanket, sockets cover and public liability insurance. They are supervised regularly to ensure their safety at all times. All dangerous substances are stored out of the reach from children. Toys are checked frequently making sure they are safe for children. They are strapped in buggies when they are taken out. Children learn the awareness of safety of how to cross the road by holding hands and using green cross code. The children are protected by the childminders good understanding of child protection procedures and she can recognise the signs and symptom of child abuse

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

and knows the procedures to follow if there are concerns.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is satisfactory. The children take part in satisfactory range of activities to develop their knowledge play and stimulation, depending on their age and abilities. Children benefit from a range of activities which helps them to develop sound knowledge such as drawing, painting, collages, imaginative play, creative play, singing, reading, stories, soft play, numbers and alphabets. The child was given individual attention and supported through childminder interaction by talking and listening, however the childminder will

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 need to provide a range of activities and play opportunities for children's overall development. The childminder discuss that she is aware of the Birth to Three Matters framework and the Foundation Stage, and will be attending training to gain further knowledge. The children attend regular trips to the local library and parks to develop their social skills and learn about the environment. Children are settled well generally and enjoy their activities.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. Children are respected and treated with equal concerns. However, there were no multicultural resources available to promote positive images of diversity. She discusses that children use the Library to look at books regarding equal opportunity. The childminder demonstrated an awareness of special needs and has a sensitive approach when caring for them. Children’s behaviour is managed appropriately helping children understand and comply with boundaries. For example, the childminder clearly explains right from wrong. The childminder works closely with parents to provide a warm and caring home environment for children, ensuring their individual needs are met. The childminder shares regular information regarding children’s progress with parents. Children's welfare is cared for through the childminder working with parents in partnership to maintain a stable relationship.

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Organisation

The organisation is good. An effective policies and procedures are in place to promote the welfare and development of children such as accident, medication and incident books, register of attendance and public liability insurance are well maintained. The childminder has completed a wide range of training in cache level 3 certificates in Childminding Practice. Business Skills for Childminders and Introducing Childminders Practice and First Aid to develop her skills and knowledge which helps children make progress. Adequate space is organised to enable children to play and move freely with good range of resources to support children's development and learning. The childminder setting is meeting the needs of the range of children for whom she provides.

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Improvements since the last inspection

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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Complaints since the last inspection

There have been no complaints made to Ofsted since the last inspection. The provider is required to keep a record of complain made by parents, which they can see on request. The complains record may contain complains other than those made to Ofsted.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are satisfactory. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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The quality and standards of the care

To improve the quality and standards of care further the registered person should take account of the following recommendation(s): • ensure that children have an appropriate range of resources that promote equality of opportunity and anti- discriminatory practice. • provide a range of activities and play opportunities for children's overall development.

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The quality and standards of the care

procedures set out in the leaflet Building better childcare: Compliments and concerns about inspectors' judgements which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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The quality and standards of the care

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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