Childminder in Haringey

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number EY269221 Inspection date 11 October 2005 Inspector Moreen Johnson

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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 2003. She lives with her three adult sons, the childminders partner and her son's girlfriend are regular visitors to the home. The family lives in Harringey in the London borough of Haringey. The areas of the childminder's home used for childminding are the living room, kitchen, toilet and a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is available to collect children from the local primary schools and attends the local drop in groups. There is currently two children child under 8 years 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 The family has a cat. The childminder is a member of the National Childminders Association.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is satisfactory. Children's health is promoted well by the childminder who has a secure knowledge of health and safety procedures. She ensures that she obtains the appropriate written consents from parents and keep the required records. Children are developing a good understanding about their personal hygiene. The childminder encourage children to wash their hands before eating and after using the toilet. She acts as a good role model for children by following good hygiene procedures, such as wiping the table before and after meals and after changing the children's nappies. Children benefit from a healthy diet. The childminder promoted healthy eating well by offering children a variety of nutritious meals and snacks. Children are offered drinks throughout the day. The childminder obtains information from parents regarding children's dietary needs. She adheres to basic food hygiene regulations with regards

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Helping children to be healthy

to the preparation, storage and re-heating of children's food.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is satisfactory. Children are cared for in a safe secure home in which activities are well organised and easily accessible to them. Children are protected well by the childminder having good procedures in place to eliminate potential hazards. She closely supervises children inside and outside the home. The childminder uses appropriate safety equipment to prevent children from gaining access to upstairs areas. Children are developing a good understanding of road safety because the childminder teaching them to conduct themselves when they are taken out. Children are protected from harm because the childminder has a clear understanding of how to put child protection procedures into practise in line with the local Area Child Protection Committee.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is satisfactory. Children are encouraged to have good relationships with the childminder and other children. Children benefit from having access to good resources, which are planned well by the childminder in accordance with the children's interest and stage of development. They have good opportunities to play with a wide range of activities

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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 which contribute to their language, mathematical and creative development. Children's confidence and self-esteem is promoted well by the childminder who praises children for achievement. Children are encouraged to be independent, they help to set the table at mealtimes and choose activities. They are given good opportunities to spend individual time with the childminder and to mix with other when they visit local facilities.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. Children are valued and respected and their individual needs are met well. They learn about other cultures by having access to resources that portray positive images and by socialising with children from other backgrounds. They are developing an interest in the community by visiting local facilities. Children are developing an understanding of appropriate behaviour and right and wrong. The childminder uses a range of appropriate behavioural management strategies according to children's age and stage of development. The childminder focuses on positive rather then negative behaviour in order to encourage children to behave appropriately. Partnership with parents is good. Children benefit from effective relationships between the childminder and their parents. There are good procedures in place to share information with parents about daily events and parents are encouraged to

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Helping children make a positive contribution

express their opinion about the service that the childminder provides.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. Children are cared for in a well organised home which is safe and secure. Children are encouraged to make good progress in all areas of their development and are supported well by the childminder. Most policies and procedures are in place but the childminder does not have written parental consent to seek emergency medical treatment for children. Children have continuity of care, as a result of the good lines of communication between the childminder and parents in sharing information and records. The childminder meets the needs of the range of children for whom she provides care.

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Complaints 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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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): • Obtain written parental consent to seek emergency medical treatment for children.

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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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