Childminder in Sutton

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY307092 Inspection date 01/09/2010 Inspector ISP Inspection

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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 has been registered since 2005. She lives with her partner and two adult children in Sutton, in the London Borough of Sutton. The whole of the childminder's house is used for childminding except for one bedroom. Children are cared for on the ground floor and only go upstairs to sleep or to use the toilet bathroom. There is a fully enclosed garden for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The family have one cat. The family also have a pet snake, which is kept in a covered tank in one of the bedrooms.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of two children under eight years, of whom two may be in the Early Years age group. She is currently caring for one child in the early year's age group. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is also a registered foster carer.

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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

The children are happy and secure in the care of the childminder who dedicates her time to them when they are present. Children's individuality is recognized and nurtured by the childminder who has a good knowledge of their interests, needs and abilities. Children are very confident and make good progress because the childminder provides them with a wide range of activities both inside and outside of the home. The close working partnership with parents ensures continuity of care for children. The childminder demonstrated that she would be happy to liaise with other provisions that children in her care are attending. The childminder has started to use self-assessment to evaluate her setting and is committed to continually strive to develop her provision for the benefit of the children.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve the risk assessment so that it covers pets in the home and each individual outing

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the early years provision

The childminder has attended safeguarding children training and has a good understanding of the signs of abuse and awareness of what to do if she has concerns about a child. Adults living in the home have been fully vetted to ensure This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 they are suitable to be in the presence of children. The childminder closely supervises children in her home and has carried out a risk assessment to minimize risks to children. However, the pets in the home have not been included as part of the risk assessments. A record of the risk assessments for taking children in the car and on public transport is kept, but not for each individual outing children are taken on. Smoke alarms are checked regularly and the fire evacuation procedure is practiced with the children. Children are taught how to keep themselves safe as the childminder talks to them about stranger danger, the importance of staying

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the early years provision

with her on outings and how to cross the road safely.

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the early years provision

The childminder maintains records appropriately and has written polices and procedures in place to support her practice. The childminder has completed the Ofsted self-evaluation form to reflect on her practice and identify areas for improvement to her childminding practice. Effective use is made of space and play resources are rotated regularly, so children have a wide variety to play with and keep their interests.

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the early years provision

The childminder has built up friendly relationships with parents and keeps them well informed about their child's day through verbal feedback and also provides them with photographs of their child enjoying activities in her care. She has devised a detailed profile about her childminding service, which includes her policies. This is shared with the parents. Letters from parents are very complimentary about the care and the learning opportunities children receive in the childminder's care. The childminder has a good understanding of the importance of working with others involved with children's learning. The childminder treats children as individuals and with equal concern and speaks positively about caring for children with special educational needs and or disabilities.

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and outcomes for children

Children are very settled in the care of this experienced childminder, who provides them with a very caring, warm and relaxed environment. They benefit enormously from the attention they get from the childminder, who clearly enjoys their company. She keeps them constantly amused and takes a profound interest in what they say and do. Children enjoy making pasta necklaces and bracelets with the childminder. They get great pleasure from making their own pictures, using crayons, stickers, glue and glitter. They have great fun singing action songs with the childminder. Visits to other providers' homes and toddler groups support children development of their social skills. Children's learning is enriched through many exciting outings. For example, farms, pony rides, Chessington world of adventures, counting deer they see in the park, nature walks and trips on the train to the seaside.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a good understanding of children's individual abilities from details from the parents and her own observations. Her written assessment information tracks children's progress and identifies the next steps in their This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 learning. Children are making good progress in their literacy skills as they enjoy mark making and having stories read to them. They are encouraged to count and name colours and shapes through everyday situations. The childminder explains to them about how walking, rather than using the car helps to stop pollution of the environment. Children access a range of books and toys which help them to learn about diversity and differences. Children behave very well, because they are continually occupied. They have very high self-esteem as they are frequently praised for their achievements and for being good.

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and outcomes for children

Children are developing a good awareness of what constitutes a healthy lifestyle. They are encouraged to eat fruit and vegetables at snack and meal times. They thoroughly enjoy jumping on the trampoline in the childminder's garden and frequently visit parks were they access large equipment. The childminder gives high priority to hygiene procedures and children are gently reminded to wash their hands before eating. She holds a current first aid certificate and a well stocked first aid box in place. 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 2 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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