Childminder in Lambeth

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number EY286586 Inspection date 26 April 2005 Inspector Pamela Bailey

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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 teenage daughter in a two bedroom first floor flat situated in the London Borough of Lambeth close to local shops and parks. All areas of the flat is used for minding except for the second bedroom. There is a living room, kitchen, master bedroom, bathroom and separate toilet. There is no outdoor area available for outdoor play however the childminder takes the children to local parks and clubs. The family have a pet cat and some goldfish.

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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 The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association (NCMA). She is registered to care for two children at any one time and is currently minding two children, one full time and one part time.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is good. Children's health is promoted well by the childminder as she has secure knowledge of health and hygiene. For example, children have very interesting activities to encourage them to eat vegetables. They grow their own vegetables in pots, which they then eat as part of their diet. They also enjoy finger foods such as fruits. Children are successfully weaned on different forms of milk and foods as the childminder discusses the children's dietary requirements with parent. Young children are beginning to learn about personal hygiene. They are appropriately supported and encouraged to wash their hands before meals and after using the toilet. The childminder maintains good standards of hygiene and children are cared for in a clean home. Children benefit from flexible routines which reflects their individual needs. For example young children are able to sleep through out the day as required and take

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Helping children to be healthy

part in activities. The childminder understands that children may get sick occasionally and has appropriate procedures in place to protect children from cross infection.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is satisfactory. Children are able to explore and learn about the things around them in a safe and secure environment. The childminder has taken positive steps to ensure that all aspects of her home are safe and minimises risks to children. For example, children are starting to learn about safety in the home as they practice emergency evacuation procedures. Children's safety outside the home is jeopardised as the childminder has not thought about the dangers of allowing her teenager daughter to be responsible for children travelling in a buggy. Children are becoming independent as they select and make choices from a wide range of age appropriate toys and equipment which meets safety standards. The childminder has the required procedures and documentation in place to ensure that children's welfare is safeguarded and promoted. For example, the childminder has secure understanding of child protection procedures in line with the local Area

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Child Protection Committee procedures, has requested consent to emergency

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 treatment or advice from parents and has up to date public liability insurance.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. Children are happy and settled in the childminder's home. They are making rapid progress in their overall development because they are confident in their relationship with the childminder and show increasing interest in their surroundings. For example, childminder talks to child about the inspector. Children enjoy and initiate their own play. Young children are beginning to move around independently and make choices welcoming the childminders interaction. Their language development is encouraged as the childminder talks continuously to children about any and everything and identify objects, colour, shape and numbers. Their means of communication is acknowledged as they echo words and have plenty of opportunity for muscular development. Children are learning about the environment as they plant vegetables in pots, watch the goldfish in the tank and take trips to the near by park.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

Children benefit from routines which are consistent with their routines at home and socialising with other children through regular attendance at children's groups.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. Young children respond well to the positive strategies used by the childminder for managing children's behaviour. For example, child's curiosity of what's on the other side of the settee is satisfied when the childminder safely allows child to look out window. Children respond positively to praise and encouragement and welcomes help from childminder. For example, child thrives on praise, kicks his legs and responds excitedly to his achievements and is eager to insert more shapes into the inset shape sorter. Children have formed a trusting relation with the childminder such as they take turns in holding the bottle whilst being bottle fed. Children's individual needs are met well as they follow their normal daily routines as discussed with parents, however changes to individual needs are not recorded. Children are beginning to develop an awareness of diversity and their understanding

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Helping children make a positive contribution

of others is promoted as they take part in routine visits to the library, other children's groups and have access to dolls and books provided by the childminder.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. Children feel at home and are able to move around freely and comfortably in the well

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Organisation

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 organised environment. They are able to select activities and benefit from a good range of indoor and outdoor activities which are planned effectively to meet the needs of all children. Children are able to thrive in their development as information is shared with parents and allows for continuity of care. Childminder has a basic knowledge of first aid for young children although she has not yet accessed training in first aid for infants and young children. Overall the provision meets the needs of the children who attend.

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Improvements since the last inspection

This is the childminders first inspection.

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Complaints since the last inspection

There has been no complaints received since registration.

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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): • make sure that children are safe on outings • obtain first aid training for infants and young children • ensure children's records are updated as changes occur

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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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