McInerney, Kathleen

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY298085 Inspection date 28/09/2010 Inspector Lorna Hall

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Type of setting Childminder to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection. If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. You may copy all or parts of this document for non-commercial educational purposes, as long as you give details of the source and date of publication and do not alter the information in any way.

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T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Introduction

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under Sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of the registered early years provision. ‘Early years provision’ refers to provision regulated by Ofsted for children from birth to 31 August following their fifth birthday (the early years age group). The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and welfare, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Introduction

The provider must provide a copy of this report to all parents with children at the setting where reasonably practicable. The provider must provide a copy of the report to any other person who asks for one, but may charge a fee for this service (The Childcare (Inspection) Regulations 2008 regulations 9 and 10).

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Introduction

The setting also makes provision for children older than the early years age group which is registered on the voluntary and/or compulsory part(s) of the Childcare Register. This report does not include an evaluation of that provision, but a comment about compliance with the requirements of the Childcare Register is included in Annex B.

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Introduction

Please see our website for more information about each childcare provider. We publish inspection reports, conditions of registration and details of complaints we receive where we or the provider take action to meet the requirements of registration. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Description of the childminding

The childminder was registered in 2004. She lives with her three children two of whom are adults in a three bedroom massionette in the London borough of Lambeth. The whole ground floor and first floor daughters bedroom are areas of the home used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the to care for a maximum of three children under 8 years; of these, not more than 3 may be in the early years age group, and of these, not more than 1 may be under 1 year at any one time and is on the Early Years Register, compulsory part of the Childcare Register and voluntary part of the Childcare Register. She is currently minding two children in this age group. One of the children attend before and after school.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder collects children from the local school and goes to children centers regularly. .

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good. A well developed knowledge and understanding of the related framework and how to meet children's individual needs makes sure the childminder successfully promote children's welfare and learning. Arrangements to promote children's health is outstanding. The partnership with parents ensures consistency of care and the information required to promote the children's welfare is gathered. Links with others such as children's centers enhances the children's learning and development. However, the childminder is in the very early stages of developing links with the local school. Through the self-evaluation the childminder reflects and review her service. There is a great capacity for improvement because the childminder uses different methods to keep abreast of changes in her field of work and she involves other in the self- evualuation process..

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 continue to develop links with school to ensure consistency in children learning This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

Children are successfully safeguarded because the childminder has a good understanding of the signs and symptoms of child protection concerns. She has appropriate information to refer should she need to report any concerns. Records required for the safe and efficient running of the service meets requirements and promotes the children's welfare.

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the early years provision

There is a strong emphasis on working in partnership with parents and they can access information on the notice board and email. Where possible the childminder adapts her service to meet individual needs. To ensure consistency of care and the smooth transition to school the childminder collects the minded child from her home and take her to school. In addition parents have access to the policies and procedures which guides the childminder in her work.

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the early years provision

The childminder is motivated and passionate about her work. Links with others such as the early years and the children's center enables her to seek advice and access appropriate training. She also reads childminding periodicals as a way to keep abreast of changes in her field of work. Her commitment to meeting children's individual needs is evident in the way she organises her home to create a child friendly environment. For example, children have individual pegs to hang their personal belongings.

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the early years provision

Through the self-evaluation the childminder reflects and reviews her service. To show her commitment to continuous improvements parents are asked to complete a questionnaire. Children uses happy and sad face and older children use text to indicate aspects of the setting they enjoy. The childminder's good knowledge and understanding about community resources secures improvement and sustainability.

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the early years provision

Children are well behaved because the childminder ensures they are sufficiently challenged. The childminder's good use of praise and encouragements serves to help the children preserve with chosen activities. A list of ground rules is displayed in the kitchen and during play the childminder reiterate the need to say 'please and thank you'.

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and outcomes for children

Children make good progress in their learning and development because the childminder has a good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage. This enables her to ensure learning resources are effectively deployed to challenge and stimulate so children can initiate their play. For example, babies attempt to pull themselves up so they can reach favorite toys. Resources are clearly labeled with picture and text so the children can make connection and understand that print This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 carries meaning. The childminder sit on the floor with the children and knows when to intervene. For example, children use gestures to indicate to her they need help to put their shoes on. Children enjoy and achieve because they build good attachments with the childminder. They listen keenly and think critically as they investigate the different shapes and attempt to put them together. Good hand and

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and outcomes for children

eye coordination as children carefully complete insect puzzle. Lots of laughter and other facials expression show their enjoyment as they skillfully balance square bricks to build high towers.

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and outcomes for children

Children build firm attachment with the childminder and they respond positively to her good use of praise and encouragement. They are happy and secure in their environment because they know the routine. For example, babies crawl ahead of the childminder when she says its lunch time. Their self-esteem is promoted because they have lots of opportunities to revisit past experiences. They look at their scrap books which has beautiful pictures of themselves and other members of their family. The pictures show the children participating in various activities.

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and outcomes for children

Observations and assessment are consistently used to plan and deliver challenging play based learning activities for all the children. Children's individual learning profile is regularly updated and clearly shows the next step in their learning. Daily dialogue with parents at the beginning and end of the day ensure appropriate information is passed on about routines and general well-being. The weekly activity plan is displayed so parents can see how their children spend their time. Children's learning and develop is enhanced through regular visit to the local children center and One O clock club. These are carefully chosen to ensure there are age appropriate.

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and outcomes for children

The arrangements to promote a healthy life style are outstanding. Children develop skills for the future as they engage in craft activities and make table mats showing health and unhealthy foods. Younger children point to the water on the table to indicate they are thirsty. Older children help themselves to water; they also help to prepare vegetables to cook. Children enjoy healthy and nutritious meals which are freshly prepared. Parents provide healthy food for young children and the childminder works in partnership with parents to ensure children receive food according to their needs. Every day the children have opportunity to enjoy the fresh air and engage in a wide range of physical activities both indoor and outdoor and gain a secure understanding about the importance of regular exercise as part of a healthy life style. Children are appropriately dressed and protected to ensure they enjoy outdoor play whatever the weather. During physical play children move

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and outcomes for children

with confidence and have good coordination. The childminder knows the children well and has the required consent to seek help and advise to ensure they receive the correct treatment in a emergency.

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and outcomes for children

Children are effectively safeguarded because the fire escape plan is displayed in the kitchen and proper fire detectors are fitted. Regular fire drills also promote their safety within the home and on outings. For example, they respond appropriately when they hear the fire alarm when out shopping. Within the home safety gates are fitted and unused electric sockets are covered, a monitor is used when children are asleep. Through discussion and routines such as daily school This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 runs children learn about road safety. Their safety is furthered promoted because they are members of a safety traffic club. Consequently, they receive regularly booklets with excellent information about safety on the road. Risk assessments are carried out and any hazards addressed. Outings are included in the risk assessment and the childminder ensures she carries the children's details on

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and outcomes for children

The childminder strives to provide an inclusive environment. Consequently, all the children have equal opportunity to access resources. Through books children learn about other cultures and customs. They engage in craft activities and make cards to celebrate festivals. Visits to the children's centre provide opportunities for children to learn about linguistic diversity. There is good supported for children and families who have learning difficulties and resources show people with disability. For example, small world people in a wheel chair.

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and outcomes for children

There are good links with others such as children centers and library to enhance the children's learning and secure improvements. For example, walks around the local community promotes the children's understanding of the wider world, they see people dressed in traditional dress. However, the childminder is in the very early stages of developing links with the local school to ensure consistency in some of the children's learning.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a positive attitude with regard to caring for children and families who have additional needs. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

The key inspection judgements and what they mean

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

Grade 1 is Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Grade 2 is Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Grade 3 is Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Grade 4 is Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough

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children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement

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Early Years Foundation Stage

The effectiveness of leadership and management in embedding ambition and driving improvement The effectiveness with which the setting deploys resources 2 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 2 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 2 The effectiveness of the setting’s engagement with parents and carers

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Stage

The quality of the provision in the Early Years Foundation Stage 2

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 The extent to which children feel safe 2 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 1 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 2 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 2

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Stage

procedures set out in the guidance available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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