Childminder in Croydon

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY407972 Inspection date 03/11/2010 Inspector Denys Rasmussen

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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 2010. She lives with her two daughters and three grandchildren aged eight, six and 13 years in Purley, London Borough of Croydon. The whole ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding. There are local parks for outside play and the childminder is presently developing her garden so it can be used by the children. The home is accessed via three sets of steps up to the front door.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children at any one time. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. The childminder attends the local parent/toddler group. Currently there are two children on roll in the early years age range.

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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 gives high priority to safeguarding children. Her effective policies and procedures ensure children are able to play in a safe, secure and stimulating environment. Good outcomes for children are clearly attributed to the childminder's excellent use of high quality resources. The enthusiastic and caring childminder has successfully created a welcoming, relaxed and inclusive environment where children can play, rest and eat in comfort. The childminder acknowledges each child's uniqueness and provides a tailored learning environment to meet their individual needs. The childminder's self-evaluation, commitment to regular training and strong links with the parents and other agencies provide a sound basis for her capacity to maintain continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop self-evaluation systems by collating all the information used into a working document to make it more cohesive.  develop the garden to provide a safe and stimulating learning environment.

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the early years provision

The childminder's robust risk assessment process and well written policies and procedures reflect her excellent practice which enable children to play safely both This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 indoors and when on outings. All requirements are very well met and the childminder makes extremely good use of her home and good quality resources to provide a stimulating, inclusive and safe environment. Children are well protected because the childminder understands her responsibility and the procedures to follow if she were to become concerned about a child's welfare. There is an abundance of positive imagery within her resources and the childminder ensures there is no gender stereotyping of toys and activities. Children with additional needs are well supported to be able to participate in all activities offered.

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the early years provision

The childminder has valuable self-evaluation systems in place such as using parental questionnaires, gaining the children's opinions and reading the Early Years Foundation Stage guidance to help her to evaluate the service she provides and identify areas for improvement; however she plans to collate these into a working document to promote an ongoing reflective self-evaluation process to support her continual improvement. The childminder has plans to improve her garden so that the children can use it safely as it has not been used for childminding as yet, and has changed her menu because of a child's suggestion. The childminder is keen to continue to develop her practice and has attended relevant training, such as completing a level two in food safety, body and brain working together and creative play ideas. This has further developed her knowledge.

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the early years provision

The childminder has fostered good relationships with the parents and other professionals involved with the children. Parents are kept up-to-date of their children's progress and well-being through daily discussion and shared 'all about me day to day' books. This is a valuable tool to ensure consistency of care and that any health needs are shared and understood. Parents are very happy with the care their child receives, they report that their children are progressing well and particularly enjoy the interaction with the childminder in a relaxed atmosphere and activities such as story time and cooking.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder records the children's progress with observations and photographs linked to the areas of learning attractively in their individual 'learning journey' record. This enables her to maintain an overview of children's progress and plan for their next steps which inform her future planning. The childminder has a thorough understanding of creating a safe and welcoming environment in which risk is minimised and children learn to take care of themselves. Children take part in well planned activities to help them begin to be aware of their own safety. For example, learning about road safety and making play props such as a 'lollipop' sign to encourage children to cross the road safely and by learning about how to stay safe around fireworks. The children learn how to leave the premises safely when they practice the fire evacuation procedure. Children learn good hygiene routines when they wash their hands appropriately and brush their teeth after meals. The

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and outcomes for children

children have individual towels which minimises the risk of cross infection. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children are content and 'at home' with the childminder. They move confidently and safely around the areas used for childminding and grow in independence as they help themselves to toys and play materials in the well resourced playroom. They share a close, warm relationship with the childminder who plays on their level and has a good understanding of what interests them and promotes a sense of fun. The childminder's commitment and enjoyment in her work is evident. The childminder promotes positive attitudes to diversity and difference by introducing the children to a variety of cultural traditions and festivals and is pro-active in accessing resources to address inequalities such as ensuring she purchases well know children's fairy tales that reflect positive imagery. The children play well

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and outcomes for children

together because of the childminder's skilful interaction and realistic boundaries. Children's work and photographs are displayed which supports a sense of pride and belonging.

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and outcomes for children

Children take part in a variety of worthwhile activities and experiences that support their learning and development well. The childminder encourages the children's love of books by sitting with them and reading and using props to sustain the children's interest. The children are well engaged and have favourite stories. They discover nature when they are outside and collect leaves which they later use to make a collage. They sort and match objects, complete puzzles and sing number songs supporting their problem solving and numeracy skills. The children use their creativity when they draw and paint, and enjoy making models with dough. They make up their own imaginative games with the support of the excellent play props available to them. Children benefit from being in a safe, child centred environment which is organised extremely well to meet their individual needs. 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 2 The extent to which children feel safe 1 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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