Childminder in Kingston upon Thames

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY409270 Inspection date 29/11/2010 Inspector Angela Ramsey

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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 has been registered since May 2010. She lives with her husband and two children aged four and one year in the London borough of Kingston. The property is within walking distance of a local bus route, shops and parks. Childminding is carried out on the ground floor, with toilet facilities on the first floor. There is a room on the top floor where minded children can sleep. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children aged under eight years. She currently has two children on roll, both of whom are in the early years age group. She also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is willing to collect children from the local school and attends several toddler groups on a regular basis.

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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 safe, secure and welcoming environment in which children thrive and their development is soundly promoted. Her flexible approach to providing activities ensures that children's interests are followed and that they enjoy their time with her. Trusting relationships with parents have been formed. The childminder has a good regard to safety and maintains records to reflect this in most areas. Through the monitoring of her practice, the childminder gains a picture of the strengths and areas for improvement of her service. Therefore, she is able to make effective changes to improve the care and experiences she offers to the children in her care.

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further?

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

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further?

 record details of evacuation drills when they are carried out.

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the early years provision

Effective safeguarding policies and procedures are in place and the childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of her role in protecting children. She is aware of the possible signs of abuse and the importance of recording her concerns. In addition, he has the details of whom to contact if a referral needs to be made. Daily visual checks and effective risk assessments to identify potential risks to her home, garden and outings are conducted. Regular fire drills are carried out with the children, however, the details of these are not recorded. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder demonstrates a genuine enjoyment of her work. She has a clear commitment to her professional development and has attended training to improve the outcomes for children in her care. She also views parents' comments as important and they are provided with questionnaires to comment on her practice.

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the early years provision

They voice their appreciation through their positive comments. The childminder keeps parents informed of their children's learning and development and arranges parent evenings to discuss these as well as daily conversations. Parents are provided with copies of her policies and procedures, which support the service provided.

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the early years provision

Through discussions with parents, the childminder actively promotes equality and diversity. She works closely with parents and she becomes familiar with each child's individual needs, such as likes and dislikes with regards to food and sleep routines. Resources that increase children's understanding of the wider world are available, for example, books that depict people of different cultures, puzzles and small world figures.

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the early years provision

Systems to observe and assess children's progress are in place; these identify learning priorities and plan relevant and motivating learning experiences for each child. The childminder has started to establish working relationships through the sharing of relevant information with other practitioners who use the Early Years Foundation Stage framework to ensure continuity and coherence.

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the early years provision

Resources are good, age appropriate and used to support children's learning and development. They are well deployed on shelves and accessible in containers, enabling children to make choices about what they want to play with. The environment both indoors and outdoors is conducive to learning.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy, secure and settled in the childminder's care. She has created a comfortable, welcoming and child-centred environment where children are able to enjoy the activities on offer. Resources are easily accessible and the childminder provides a wide range of experiences and learning opportunities which stimulate and challenge children's knowledge and understanding. The walls in both the play room and dining room have posters and drawings displayed, making a bright and inviting environment.

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and outcomes for children

Children participate in outings to local childminding groups and parks. The childminder has implemented a system to monitor children's development and progress. Using the Early Years Foundation Stage framework she plans for children's next steps in learning. This information is shared with parents and is further supported with photographs of the children engaging in activities.

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and outcomes for children

Children develop their independence and social skills as they interact, share and engage with each other as they play. They express themselves freely as they paint This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and play musical instruments such as maracas, drums and a xylophone. In the childminder's garden, children are able to practice their physical skills on the trampoline. Opportunities for children to run, to ride tricycles and to push wheeled toys are also provided. Babies and toddlers enjoy investigating things, such as interactive toys with buttons and they learn how to press them to make sounds. As children play, the childminder talks to them. Young children are beginning to vocalise and imitate adults. Young children also respond to music by dancing.

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and outcomes for children

Children's health and well-being are effectively supported and positive steps are taken to prevent the spread of infection. The childminder's home is clean and the children are taught the importance of hand washing. Each child has their individual flannel and brush their teeth after breakfast. The childminder has devised menus which include healthy and nutritious meals and snacks, for example, homemade pumpkin and sweet potato soup served with toast.

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and outcomes for children

Children's welfare is promoted because the childminder has up-to-date knowledge of first aid. She has a written procedure in place in the event of a child becoming ill and obtains written consent to administer medicines to children. Records are also kept of any medicines administered. Parental permission to seek emergency advice or treatment has also been obtained.

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and outcomes for children

Children's behaviour is appropriately supported. If required, the techniques used are suitable for the age and stage of children's development. The childminder rewards positive behaviour with praise and the use of stickers where appropriate and explains to children in language they understand why unwanted behaviour is not acceptable. The childminder explains the importance of being kind, sharing and the difference between right and wrong. 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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