Childminder in Bromley

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY381417 Inspection date 30/09/2010 Inspector Liz Coffey

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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 2008. She lives with her partner and two children aged one year and 11 years old. The family live in a three bedroom house in Annerley, in the London borough of Bromley. Children are cared for mainly in the lounge and conservatory. There is a fully enclosed garden for outdoor play. The family have a pet kitten.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children at any one time, of whom two may be in the early years age group. She currently has one child in the early years age group on roll. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder provides a generally safe, stimulating, inclusive environment. She plans a suitable range of activities that meet children's interests and promotes their development, across the six areas of learning. There are effective systems in place to ensure daily communication with parents on children's individual needs. However, parents are not provided with all the required information about the setting's policies and procedures. Although there is no formal system of self evaluation the childminder is reflective of her practice and has begun to identify the strengths and weakness of her provision and is keen to further develop her service to ensure improved outcomes for all children.

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further?

To meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 conduct a risk assessment and review it regularly- at least once a year or more frequently where the need arises (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) - also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register 14/10/2010

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further?

 ensure that all required policies and procedures and information on the childminding service are made available to parents (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare)) - also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register 14/10/2010

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should: This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  develop systems of self-evaluation to further identify the setting's strenghts and priorities for development that will improve the quality of provision for all children  ensure that observations and assessments are used to identify learning priorities and plan relevant and motivating learning experiences for each child, that are shared with parents

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the early years provision

Children are generally kept safe and their well-being is promoted by the childminder. The chilminder has devised some policies and procedures which she shares with parents. However these are not fully developed and do not cover all required aspects, for example the action to be taken in the event of a child going missing. This is a breach of regulations. The childminder has appropriate referral details in place and is aware of the procedures she would follow if she has any safeguarding concerns. The childminder updates her knowledge through attending relevant training and she holds a current first aid certificate.

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the early years provision

The children play mainly in the lounge which is well laid out to allow children to move about safely and freely. The conservatory is also used for mealtimes and messy activities with the children. Resources are effectively stored to enable children to self-select from a range of activities. Although safety equipment, such as stair gates and socket covers are in place the childminder has not recorded risk assessments for the home or outings. This is also a breach of regulations. Emergency evacuation procedures are in place and the childminder carries out regular fire drills with the children. As children grow older the childminder promotes their understanding of how to keep themselves safe, for example by teaching them the importance of road safety and behaving in a safe manner both in and out of the home.

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the early years provision

Children demonstrate a strong sense of security in the setting and readily approach the childminder for help or support. All children are valued and engage in a range of activities that helps support their learning and development. The childminder is keen to work in partnership with other settings that children may attend, such as schools and nurseries. The childminder is aware of the strengths and weaknesses of her provision, and the systems of evaluation to help identify targets for future improvement, are in the early stages.

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and outcomes for children

Children have access to a suitable range of resources and experiences. Activities and outings are well-planned and children are stimulated and offered increasing challenges as they develop. The childminder keeps a record of children's daily feeding, sleep and care routines and these are shared with parents. She has begun This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 to record observations of children's learning and development, although as yet these are not linked to the early learning goals. Furthermore, there are no clear plan for next steps in individual children's learning. The childminder acknowledges this as an area for further development. Children are settled and have good relationships with the childminder, who is patient and caring in her approach. This enhances their sense of security and belonging.

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and outcomes for children

Babies and toddlers enjoy opportunities to explore and develop their mobility skills. The childminder places interesting toys and resources within their reach, encouraging them to move about and explore their environment. She introduces mathematical concepts and language from an early age sorting toys and objects into sets and using words such as 'half' and 'quarter' in day-to-day activities. Children enjoy playing with the building blocks and stacking toys as they build tall towers with support and guidance from the childminder. The childminder gives meaningful praise and encouragement to children, chatting to them as they play. Their language and communication skills are enhanced as they share books and enjoy listening to and joining in with familiar rhymes and stories with the childminder.

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and outcomes for children

Daily outings to local toddler groups, the library and parks and playgrounds further extend children's learning and provide new and challenging experience for them as well as opportunities to socialise with a wide mix of children. Children develop their physical skills and dexterity as they learn to use the playground equipment and play in the large sandpit at the local park. They visit the Horniman museum where they can see and touch artifacts from different countries, increasing their knowledge and understanding of the wider world. They particularly enjoy watching the fish in the large aquarium at the museum helping the increase their awareness of living things and the environment. Children's creative skills are fostered as they paint, draw and use a range of malleable materials. They enjoy experimenting with different sounds and rhythms and making music with the homemade shakers they have created using an assortment of empty plastic containers. Children use a

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and outcomes for children

range of interactive toys with buttons, dials and knobs to press and push which help them recognise shapes, letters of the alphabet and numbers. Overall, children are supported to develop skills for the future.

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and outcomes for children

Children practice good hygiene routines, for example, washing their hands before they eat. Children sit together at meal times at the low table and chairs and develop their independence as they learn to feed themselves from an early age. The childminder encourages healthy eating by providing freshly cooked meals, using homegrown vegetables and herbs where possible. Children's personal care needs such as sleeping, nappy changing and toilet training are discussed with parents and the childminder adapts her routine to support the children's individual needs. Parents are pleased with the service provided and comment that the childminder provides "a much appreciated home-from-home environment" and makes sure that their child is "loved and cared for." 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 3 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 3 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 3 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the Early Years section of the report. 14/10/2010

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the Early Years section of the report 14/10/2010

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