Childminder in Enfield

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY357484 Inspection date 22/09/2010 Inspector Jill Nugent

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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 registered in 2007. She is a member of the National Childminding Association. She lives with her husband and one child, aged 14, in a house in Enfield. Access to the house is at ground level directly from the driveway. The whole of the house is used for childminding and there is a back garden available for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight, of whom three may be in the early years age group, at any one time. Currently she has four children on roll, all of whom are in the early years age group.

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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 childminder offers a welcoming and stimulating environment where children make significant progress in their learning and development. She ensures that children keep healthy and safe in her care. She has a particularly close working partnership with parents and they are encouraged to be fully involved in their children's care and learning. In this way the childminder meets children's individual needs effectively. By reflecting on her practice she works towards continually improving the outcomes for all children.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further the system of observational assessment to ensure that it is effective in meeting the developmental needs of all children.

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the early years provision

The childminder is well organised and has all the necessary documentation in place. She is vigilant regarding the safeguarding of children and especially rigorous in her risk assessing. Her recorded risk assessments include checks for her premises, each type of outing and individual children. She ensures that children know what to do in the event of an emergency and are able to evacuate the premises quickly. She has a good knowledge and understanding of child protection procedures.

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the early years provision

The childminder has set up an inviting and attractive play environment in her new This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 premises. Children enjoy the freedom to choose from an interesting range of resources and to be active or relax as they wish. She enthuses children through her lively approach and consequently they are keen to participate in activities. Her focused learning activities are particularly well planned so that children can explore special resources in their own time.

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the early years provision

The childminder provides very clear information for parents and carers about her practice. She feeds back to parents daily both in writing and conversation. She shares children's individual learning plans with parents so that they are aware of her developmental targets and can make their own contribution. Parents' views are also taken into consideration as she seeks to improve her provision for children. She is aware of the need to work in partnership with other providers, and professionals, in order to offer a consistent approach.

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the early years provision

The childminder makes good use of self-evaluation to reflect on the strengths of her practice and to note possible areas for further development. She regularly attends training courses to increase her own knowledge and understanding of childcare. She benefits from the support and advice offered through her local childminding network. She promotes inclusion effectively through providing resources that reflect diversity and adapting activities to suit children of differing ages and abilities.

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and outcomes for children

Children show much interest in the play opportunities on offer and delight in the interaction of the childminder as she joins in their exploration and play. For example, they have fun as they play with pasta, toy cars and musical instruments. The childminder follows up children's individual interests in play and conversation. Children respond enthusiastically as she enhances their play through offering her own ideas and suggestions.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder organises special activities which focus and extend children's learning, for example, exploring printing with various cut fruits. Children enjoy the opportunity to try a new learning experience. She encourages them to develop their use of language and creativity through these experiences and also makes good use of local children's centres to offer children a variety of alternative play activities.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder uses her system of observational assessment effectively to move children on in their learning, through a process of target-setting and progress reports. She encourages children to extend their skills in the areas of literacy and numeracy, for instance, through counting, mark-making and sharing books. However, her observations are not always used efficiently to determine relevant next steps of learning for individual children so that they can gain really useful skills for the future.

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and outcomes for children

Children have an increasing awareness of their boundaries within the setting and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 learn to play harmoniously with each other. They feel secure in the childminder's care because she is consistent and reassuring in her manner. Children develop self-confidence as they make their own decisions. The childminder talks with them, and their parents, about healthy eating and consequently children bring nutritious lunches. They enjoy the social aspect of eating together and are able to rest according to their needs. Children have good opportunities to join in physical activities on visits to local parks, exploring play equipment in the fresh air. 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 1 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 1 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 1 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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