Childminder in Southwark

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number EY303854 Inspection date 23 March 2006 Inspector Salma Raquib

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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 2005. She lives with her husband and two children in a three bedroom house in Peckham area in the Borough of Southwark. The home is close to shops, parks, library and public transport links. The childminder is registered to care for 3 children under 8 years. Currently there is one child on roll on a part-time basis. However, at the time of the inspection there were no children present. The ground floor areas of the property is used for childminding purposes. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. Children are taken to local parks and playgroups on a daily basis.

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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.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is satisfactory. The childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of how children's health is promoted and children are able to take part in activities that help them to be active. For example, a walk to the park where they would be able to learn new skills such as running, playing on the swing, climbing and jumping and by providing a healthy diet. The home is warm and clean where good hygiene practices are promoted to reduce the risk of cross-contamination. The children would be taught about germs and how it can be passed from one person to another through discussion.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is satisfactory. The childminder has taken some action to ensure that risks in and outside her home have been minimised, so that children can play safely. She explains how she helps children to learn about their own safety through discussion about fire evacuation at home and road safety whilst out in the park, shops and library. However, the childminder has not taken appropriate action to ensure children's safety because the radiator temperature is such that if children were present they would injure themselves. As a result, children's safety is not fully met. The childminder holds a current first aid certificate and has a secure understanding of child protection procedures.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is satisfactory. The childminder is currently minding on a part-time basis. During the inspection there were no children present. Through discussion the childminder talks about encouraging children's language through reading stories and their creative skills through drawing and painting. Children would select their chosen activity from the range of toys and equipment available . The impact of these on the children’s development is not clear as there are no records of what children can do. Play resources are organised in a manner which helps to promote children’s free choice. They are sufficient in quality and easily accessible on low level shelving.

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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

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. The childminder shows a sound knowledge of behaviour management, giving examples of how she would approach a variety of situations for children of different ages. For example, talk, discuss depending on age and understanding. The children would develop an understanding of other people through discussion and visits in the local community.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. Through discussion the childminder demonstrated that she would provide children with an organised environment so that children feel safe and secure. The childminder is in the process of writing policies and procedures for parents, providing them with detailed information about how she organises her business. She has well organised records, suitably filed and stored to maintain confidentiality. The childminder regularly attends training to update her knowledge and skills, for example the childminder has attended CACHE level 3. As a result she has enhanced her childcare practice. Overall, the provision meets the needs of the range of children for whom it provides.

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Complaints since the last inspection

There are no complaints to report. The provider is required to keep a record of complaints made by parents, which they can see on request. The complaints record may contain complaints other then 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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WHAT MUST BE DONE TO SECURE FUTURE IMPROVEMENT?

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

To improve the quality and standards of care further the registered person should take account of the following recommendation(s): • monitor the radiator temperature

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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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