Childminder in Lambeth

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY318316 Inspection date 23/09/2010 Inspector Janet Williams

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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 2006. She lives with her mother and three siblings in Brixton located in the London Borough of Lambeth. Children have access to the sitting room,kitchen hallway two toilets and one bedroom for sleeping arrangements. There is an enclose garden for outdoor play. The childminder frequently visits local parks and playgrounds.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder co-minds with her mother at the same premises. She is registered to care for three children under eight years at any one time. The two childminders currently have three children on roll. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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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

Children are able to make good progress through the range of activities provided both indoors and out. They are valued as individuals and the childminder has established a steady relationship with parents. Partnership within the local community promotes positive inclusive practice, having an impact on the quality of care provided. The childminder endeavours to improve her provision through effectively identifying strength and weaknesses.

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further?

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

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further?

 use self-evaluation to identify strength and weaknesses that will contribute to the quality of the provision for all children  improve partnership with parents for promoting children learning needs, for example, providing information of activities and, about children's progress

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding and protecting children and the responsibility of care. For example, she is aware of many of the signs and symptoms of abuse, enabling her to assess risk and protect children. The childminder has completed a safeguarding and protecting children training course. Priority is given to children's safety and well-being. Good risk assessment procedures in place ensures all areas of the home are frequently checked and fire and emergency evacuation procedures are maintained and practised on a regular This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 basis. This enables children to vacate the premises quickly and safely. Accurate, comprehensive policies and procedures and documentation are in place to promote the welfare of children. For example, permission has been obtained for emergency medical treatment, administration of medication, and good systems are in place for

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage to ensure children achieve their learning goals. Although the childminder has no effective system in place for self-evaluation, she is committed to attend ongoing continuous professional development/training, this takes into account any weaknesses and promotes improvement.

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the early years provision

Prior to children starting, the childminder ensures she gathers relevant information from parents. This mainly ensures that individual children's welfare routines are in place immediately, for examples, routines for meals and sleep. Although general information is shared with parents daily, the childminder has no effective system in place to help parents to understand and support the importance of their child's developmental progress, where learning can also be carried through to home. Partnership is good. The childminder frequently attend various childminder's and children's groups and links with various agencies and professionals, such as the local authority early years department. All in which enhances the outcome for children.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy attending the childminder, are happy, settled and relaxed in a caring and active environment. Resources and play materials are carefully planned and organised to create a stimulating and accessible learning environment for all children being cared for. Children are able to move around freely and independently and make their own choice about what they would like to do, which supports their self-esteem and confidence. Good opportunities are provided for children to experiment and activities are carefully planned to provide appropriate challenge for each child. Activities avoid stereotyping and enthusiastically develop children's skills for the future. For example, children play and show an interest in the home corner dress and undress dolls, and comb their hair. Art and craft work displayed show how children are involved in various art and craft work, using various materials and colours. Children also enjoy additional practical activities,

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and outcomes for children

such as matching and sorting using shape sorters. This enables them to understand and recognise the properties of simple shapes promoting their problem solving skills. Relationship with the childminder and children is good, she interact well, supporting their learning through talking to the children in their play, such as asking them open ended question to make them think. Babies and young children respond verbally and non-verbally through singular words or smile with confidence. This demonstrates how they feel secure within the setting.

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and outcomes for children

Good routines ensure children understand and establish personal hygiene, such as This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 hand washing prior to meals and after visiting the toilet. The childminder provides meals on request; she ensures children benefit from healthy snacks and know that fruit is good for them. Drinks are offered at regular intervals and children can help themselves at any time. 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 3

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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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