Childminder in Hillingdon

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY331301 Inspection date 11/10/2010 Inspector Margaret Moffat

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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 2003. She lives with her husband and two children, aged seven and 11 years, in Uxbridge in the borough of Hillingdon. The childminder uses the whole of the ground floor of the house for childminding with toilet facilities available on the first floor. The childminder makes use of local facilities such as parks and toddler groups. The childminder takes and collects children from local schools. The family have a cat, a rabbit and some fish. The childminder may care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding one child in this age group and two school age children, all on a part time basis. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register.

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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

Children have their individual needs met by a childminder who respects their individuality, follows their routines and helps them feel valued in the provision. They are well cared for in a homely environment and have access to a suitable range of activities to support their learning and development and they are making sound progress. The childminder has taken adequate steps to evaluate her provision, however this not sufficiently robust as she is in breach of a requirement.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure written parental permission to the seeking of any necessary emergency medical advice or treatment is in place for all children (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 11/10/2010

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop the system of observation and assessment to help children make progress in each area of learning and promote their next steps use the information gained from parent's to help identify children's starting points and share any records with parents to ensure they are fully aware of their children's progress  ensure hygiene routines are consistently followed especially with regard to hand washing at snack time  update complaints procedure to ensure it contains the address of the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 regulator.

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the early years provision

The childminder is aware of her responsibility with regard to the safety and welfare of the children. She demonstrates an understanding of the signs and symptoms that would alert her to have concerns about a child in her care and has procedures to follow and relevant contact numbers available if needed. Children play in a safe and secure environment where the childminder has conducted risk assessments for her home and outings. She ensures toys and resources are easily accessible for the children and are suited to their age and stage of development. The childminder has updated her first aid certificate and this means she would be able to deal with emergencies if they arise. The childminder does not have written consent to seek emergency medical treatment or advice for all the children in her care. This is a breach of requirements. Other relevant documentation, consents and policies and procedures are in place, however the complaints procedure does not contain the

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the early years provision

address of the regulator. Since the last inspection the childminder has gained a level 3 qualification in Home based Childcare. She has addressed most of the recommendations from this inspection and this shows her capacity for improvement. She shows an awareness of her strengths and areas for improvement, indicating that she needs to work on her observation and assessments to assist with children's learning and development and next steps. The childminder has a positive attitude to inclusion and ensures children learn to respect each other and recognise their individuality. There is a range of toys and resources to provide children with positive images of the world around them such as books, small world people and dressing up clothes. Parents are provided with information about the setting through welcome packs, notice board and newsletters which inform them of topics and relevant dates for their diaries. The childminder exchanges information daily with them regarding

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the early years provision

their children's day and how they have been. However, she does not yet have systems in place to use information regarding children's starting points and for sharing children's records with parents, so they are fully aware of their children's learning and development. Currently no children attend other settings who provide the Early Years Foundation Stage, however the childminder is aware she must share information with them to support children's progress. Through written correspondence and discussion, parents report they are happy with the service provided and the care their children receive.

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and outcomes for children

Children make progress with the childminder as she spends her time talking and playing with them helping them to learn. She has a developing awareness of the areas of learning and provides activities to promote children's learning across all areas. Children have individual files with lots of photographs showing them being involved in various activities and the childminder is beginning to make some notes This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 with regard to children's progress and what they understand. However, her planning and assessment systems are not fully developed to show children's progress or show their next steps in learning. Children are happy and settled in the childminder's care. They develop good independence skills as they try and do things for themselves. For example, as they open a packet of raisins they concentrate and show delight as they manage this

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and outcomes for children

and retrieve the raisin. They benefit from consistent praise and encouragement they receive from the childminder, which promotes their confidence and self- esteem. They are beginning to deal with their own care needs as they access drinks when they wish. There are appropriate hygiene routines in place to promote children's health. However these are not consistently followed as children do not always wash their hands before snack time. Children receive a range of healthy snacks and extras are available if the wish. Children like to explore their environment, moving from one thing to another before settling on an activity of their choice. They point and make gestures to which the childminder responds by saying the words of the items the children are pointing to and encouraging the children to repeat. Children show delight as the childminder praises them for their efforts. They develop investigation skills as they

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and outcomes for children

press buttons on electronic toys and on the train set, finding out what makes them make a particular sound or movement. They have opportunities to find out about the world around them and socialise with others through the outings they undertake throughout the week. They have regular opportunities to be outside in the fresh air and exercise as they play in the park, helping to develop their physical skills. Children learn to keep themselves safe through discussion about road safety and by being involved in the emergency evacuation drill. The childminder has house rules for the children to follow and as issues arise the childminder brings this to their attention. For example, as children swing plastic golf clubs indoors, she reminds them to be careful in case they hurt themselves. Children develop skills for the future as they learn to do things for themselves, respect one another and develop an awareness of right and wrong.

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and outcomes for children

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: 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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