Childminder in Haringey

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY268707 Inspection date 11/11/2010 Inspector Siobhan O'Callaghan

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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 2003. She lives with her two children aged 11 and 15 years in Crouch End, North London. The home is close to local shops and schools. All areas of the property are utilised for childminding purposes. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The family have a pet dog, a cat and four guinea pigs, all of which are kept separate from the children during childminding hours.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register to provide care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time; of these, not more than three may be in the early years age group. She is currently caring for five children in the early years age group. All children attend on a part time basis. The childminder attends local toddler and childminding support groups. She holds an early years childcare qualification.

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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 provides a welcoming and inclusive environment for children where their individual needs are fully valued and respected. She has established excellent relationships with parents, which contribute towards children's continuity of care within the provision. Children make good progress in their learning and development, as the childminder plans an interesting range of experiences based upon their individual interests. Children's welfare is promoted through a comprehensive range of policies and procedures which, overall, help to promote their good health and keep them very safe. The childminder demonstrates an enthusiastic and innovative approach to developing all aspects of her provision as she continually reviews and reflects on her practice to bring about improved outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve the procedures for monitoring sleeping children  improve children's access to mark making resources.

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the early years provision

The childminder has established a comprehensive range of records, policies and procedures to support the safe and efficient management of her childminding This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 business. She demonstrates a good knowledge and understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She has developed extensive risk assessments for her home environment and for all the outings that she embarks on with children. Her secure knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children procedures supports her in protecting children, where necessary, from potential harm or neglect. The childminder has robust systems in place to ensure that children are protected from un-vetted adults. She effectively supervises children and ensures they can play, eat and rest comfortably in her home environment. The childminder has systems in place to monitor sleeping

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the early years provision

children, although these are not currently robust. For example, when children are supervised playing in the garden, those who are asleep are not within easy hearing distance. The childminder demonstrates a professional approach towards her role as a childminder; she relishes opportunities to attend regular courses to keep her knowledge and skills within the early years field up-to-date. Since her last inspection she has achieved a level three qualification in children's care, learning and development. She has also attended numerous other courses to enhance her overall practice with children. The childminder has effective self-evaluation systems in place to continually review and reflect on the quality of services she offers to parents and all children within her setting. She has successfully addressed the recommendations raised at her previous inspection. For example, she has expanded her knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children guidance

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the early years provision

and she has improved the accessibility of safety equipment within the home. The childminder organises a bright and generally accessible learning environment for children where they can help themselves to a good range of quality resources. Although, the childminder acknowledges that access to mark making materials could be improved. The childminder has established outstanding relationships with parents, as she continually reviews her communication strategies to keep them well informed and involved with their children's progress. For example, she has recently revamped her planning and observation systems so that these are recorded on-line and are instantly accessible to parents using a secure log-in facility. Recent parental questionnaires demonstrate that parents are extremely grateful for this resource. Parents comments include: "The childminder is very supportive with home routines and keeps us well informed. I love seeing what my

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the early years provision

child has achieved; the on-line system allows me to see instantly what our child has been doing and learning". These positive partnerships fully support the integration of children's care and learning. Although there are no children attending who require additional support from outside agencies, the childminder is fully conversant with the importance of establishing positive links where this is necessary.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and settled within their safe and secure environment; they confidently interact with the childminder and engage within activities that support their interests. The childminder effectively plans a broad range of activities and experiences for children as she takes the lead from them and clearly follows the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Early Years Foundation Stage guidance to support her in meeting the learning and development requirements. Children enjoy exploring the outside play provision as they move freely between the indoor and outdoor environments. The childminder ensures that children have daily opportunities to be outside regardless of the weather. The childminder is maintaining valuable learning journeys for all the children and is competent in setting clear targets for the next steps in their learning. Thus ongoing progression is closely monitored and is shared with

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and outcomes for children

Children are encouraged to develop their independence and self-care skills through their daily activities. For example, children confidently put on their own shoes when they want to play outside in the garden and they help themselves to a good range of resources available. Children are developing successful communication skills as the childminder encourages them to speak and express their wishes. She develops their vocabulary through stories and songs. Children have opportunities to be creative as they draw and paint during planned activities although there is limited independent access to mark making resources. Children's problem solving skills are promoted through a variety of experiences including building with construction resources and cooking activities. They have valuable opportunities to learn about their natural world as they participate in planting activities and discover the delights of growing their own strawberries.

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and outcomes for children

Children's well-being and safety is given due emphasis as they learn the importance of keeping safe and behaving in a responsible way through their play and general experiences. For example, children engage with regular emergency evacuation drills and demonstrate clearly that they know the protocol; they explain what happens and where they need to go in such an event. Children are developing good personal hygiene awareness as the childminder discusses the importance of hand-washing. They are provided with healthy snacks and meals and have ample opportunities to participate in energetic play, which in turn supports their good health. Children display very good behaviour as they play cooperatively and respond well to the childminder's positive example. She values and respects their home backgrounds and supports children to develop a positive attitude towards their differences and those of the wider community. Overall,

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and outcomes for children

children demonstrate that they feel safe and secure. It is clear that they are developing many valuable skills, which help to set secure foundations for their future learning. 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 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 1

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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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