Din, Samra Naseem

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY398625 Inspection date 02/11/2010 Inspector Natasha Parsons

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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 2009. She lives with her husband and three children in a residential area of Ilford in the London borough of Redbridge. The whole ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding and an enclosed garden is available for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder when working alone is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, three of whom may be in the early years age group. When working with another childminder she is registered to care for five children under eight years; three of whom may be in the early years age group. She is currently minding one child in the early years age group on a part- time basis. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register, and 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 good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder is enthusiastic and committed to providing a good level of care to support children's development and learning. She has a good knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and refers to this when planning. Effective observations, assessment and planning are in place meaning children making good progress towards their early learning goals. Effective partnerships with parents and carers ensure that they are kept up-to-date about their child's development and well-being. The childminder demonstrates an enthusiastic commitment towards continuous improvement and self-evaluation effectively reflects the service offered and provided.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure planning includes physical challenges and plenty of opportunities for physical activity all year round

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the early years provision

Children are safeguarded and protected because the childminder knows what action to take if concerned about a child, she has an effective policy in place she would follow and concerns would be swiftly acted on. Risk assessments further protect children and children learn about keeping themselves safe when they are encouraged to recognise any potential risks in the home, and learn about crossing This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 roads safely and stranger danger.

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the early years provision

The childminder is committed; and enthusiastic about her new role. She uses the experience she has gained from working in different childcare settings to further inform her practice. She seeks support and advice to benefit her service and has a clear vision about what she wants to achieve to further improve outcomes for children. Children remain in her direct care indoors, outside and on outings, and resources are sited so children can self select and free flow play between indoors and the garden is promoted. Competent self evaluation accurately reflects the service provided and is further supported by questionnaires completed by parents all parental recommendations are valued and implemented. Good partnership with parents ensures they are provided with effective information about their children's time with the childminder and this is further supported with the comprehensive policies and procedures made available. Children are valued for their individuality,

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the early years provision

and the childminder actively seeks to extend their experience of diversity through story telling, and the celebration of different festivals this promotes children's interest and awareness.

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and outcomes for children

Children make good progress given their starting points and benefit from the flexible routine managed according to their individual needs and interests. Effective observations clearly identify what children are doing, linking to the areas of learning while identifying the next steps. Children play in the downstairs of the setting in a comfortable area in the kitchen dining area, children's independence is promoted as equipment is accessible and rotated to hold their interest. Children learn mathematical concepts from everyday experiences as they help to hang washing on the line and compare the sizing of the clothing, and when they pair socks and count grapes. They are involved in the preparing of snacks and enjoy what they make this promotes independence and skills for future life. Children are settled and confidently express their preferences; they are praised for their achievements and are encouraged to share their experiences with the childminder.

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and outcomes for children

While children have opportunities to play outside when they participate in games and use local parks the childminder is committed to extend the range of physical play opportunities and the availability all year round. Children learn about the local community when they attend groups and shop for groceries.

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and outcomes for children

Children are provided with healthy meals and drinks, and learn about the value of hand washing before eating and when returning from outside. Children are protected as the childminder washes her hands before preparing food, and keeps her hair tied back; food is appropriately stored and prepared 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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