Childminder in Haringey

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number EY310685 Inspection date 24 March 2006 Inspector Gabrielle Pollock

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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 family, including her 7 year old daughter in Tottenham in the London borough of Haringey. The play room and the childminder's daughter's bedroom of the childminder's ground floor flat is used for childminding purposes and there is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. There are currently 2 minded children on roll and the childminder is also caring for her 2 cousins.

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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 attends the library and parks with minded children and she is a member of the National Childminding Association. The childminder receives support from the local authority.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is satisfactory. Children are cared for in a warm, clean environment. Children begin to learn about the importance of good hygiene practices through the childminder's established daily routines. They are encouraged to wash their hands after using the toilet and brush their teeth after lunch. This helps to prevent the spread of infection and promote children's health. Children benefit from a varied diet and are beginning to learn the importance of healthy choices with regular drinks of juice and water being offered. Children's meals and snacks comply with their dietary requirements. The childminder holds a current first aid certificate and the first aid supply is readily accessible. She has an understanding of procedures to follow should a child become ill in her care. However, parental permission has not been sought regarding the seeking of emergency medical treatment or advice in the future. This impacts on

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Helping children to be healthy

children's welfare. Children enjoy play opportunities and experiences that promotes their good health and physical development. They have free access to the garden and local park. All children are able to sleep and be active according to their needs.

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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 generally safe, secure home. Children are able to move around freely and independently. Most safety equipment that has been put in place, most hazards removed and appropriate supervision levels implemented. However, trailing wires are accessible to children and the fire blanket is not appropriately maintained nor easily accessible in an emergency. This compromises children's safety. The childminder involves children in discussions about dangers, for example, when crossing the road, to increase their understanding of how to keep themselves safe. Children have access to an adequate range of age-appropriate toys and equipment, that are safely maintained. Children are further protected as the childminder has satisfactory knowledge and understanding of child protection issues and is aware of the procedures to follow should she be concerned.

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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

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is satisfactory. Children are happy and settled. They enter confidently and immediately make themselves at home by taking off their shoes and engaging in an activity. The older children enjoy each others' company and show affection by laughing and giggling and sharing a book together. Children take part in some messy play such as play dough and painting and the older children enjoy using the cutters to make animals. However, as activities are not planned according to each child's individual needs and stage of development the younger children become bored and restless and there is little challenge for the older children. This impacts on children's development and learning. Children have adequate access to outside play resources such as the park or visiting the library to further enhance their learning experiences. However there are limited opportunities for children to develop their social skills.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. The childminder has an understanding of equality issues and children have access to a small supply of resources that promote positive images of the wider community and increase children's understanding and awareness of diversity. For example, they read books about families from other countries and their way of life and dress up in clothes from around the world. Children are valued and respected as individuals and treated with equal regard. Children with special needs are welcomed and a positive inclusive environment is encouraged. Children become restless and their behaviour is sometimes challenging, as they do not have clear, consistent guidance from the childminder. The partnership with parents and carers is satisfactory. They share information about children's individual care routines and activities of the day, thus ensuring continuity of care.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. The childminder is adequately aware of organisational policies and procedures to ensure children are safe and protected. Children have free access to all areas used for childminding. This helps develop their independence, giving space for free movement. The childminder maintains appropriate adult to child ratios and is aware of the need

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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 to reduce the numbers of minded children she cares for when caring for family members. Most records are in place and appropriately maintained. However, the attendance register did not contain all necessary detail.

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Organisation

The childminder meets the needs of the range of children for whom she provides.

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Complaints since the last inspection

There have been no complaints made to Ofsted since registration. 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 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): • request written permission from parents for seeking emergency medical advice or treatment • make the trailing wire safe or inaccessible to children and site the fire blanket appropriately in the kitchen • plan and provide a suitable range of activities for children, which are appropriate for their stage of development and based on their individual needs, for example by using the Birth to three framework • develop awareness and understanding of effective ways to manage children’s behaviour, taking into account their age and stage of development

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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 • complete written documentation of the daily attendance register to contain arrival and departure times

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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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