Childminder in Bexley

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY235290 Inspection date 01/09/2010 Inspector ISP Inspection

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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 husband with their eight year old child and two adult children. They live in an extended four bedroom house in Belvedere in the London borough of Bexley. The premises is close to public transport, schools and parks. The whole of the property is used for childminding. There is an enclosed garden available for outdoor play. The family do not have pets. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight at any one time. There are currently two children attending in the early years age group, and five older children. The childminder 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 outstanding.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has an organised approach, with a strong commitment to her own professional development and training which fully supports delivery of an exemplary programme within the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Children are kept safe and secure using thorough procedures and their learning is enhanced by the dedicated approach to meeting their individual needs. Partnerships with parents and other agencies are a key strength which fully supports children's progress. Regular self evaluation ensures that priorities for the future are identified, resulting in a provision that is exceptional in responding to all user needs.

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further?

To further improve the high quality early years provision the registered person should consider:

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further?

 update car insurance certificate to indicate that the car may be used to transport minded children.

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the early years provision

The childminder has worked tirelessly to continually improve the management of her provision which ensures that she is able to offer the highest quality care and learning. The quality of the service is greatly enhanced by her communication skills which are effective verbally and in writing. There are a detailed range of policies available to parents with key information available on the parent notice board. All elements of children's welfare are protected and they are kept safe through This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 detailed risk assessments; regularly updated documentation including those relating to suitability of household members, fire safety and household appliance checks. The childminder uses her car to transport minded children but at the time of the inspection, use for childminding purpose was not reflected in the insurance document. Children feel safe because they are made aware of boundaries within

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the early years provision

the home to protect them from harm through clear explanations and are well supervised in the home and on outings. Projects, games and books that promote health and safety are enjoyed by the children. The clear policies for behaviour management, emergency evacuation and safeguarding are shared with parents and further supports this aim.

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the early years provision

The childminder has made continual and regular use of self evaluation and is easily able to identify what she does well and her vision for the future. This has enabled her to drive improvement, for example, to her resources, to enable children to work independently and reflect positive images of culture and gender. The childminder is highly responsive to the needs of the parents and has developed effective partnerships through communication, problem solving and providing a flexible service. Parents are asked to complete evaluation forms and feedback offers high praise for the childminder's willingness to 'go the extra mile' and how they benefit from working in partnership with her. The childminder has a considered approach to parent feedback and uses their views to secure improvements, for example, when developing user friendly methods of information sharing.

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the early years provision

The needs of all children are continually met because the childminder gets to know them and plans for them individually. She also promotes children's abilities, cultures diet and religious customs in her overall planning of activities. In this way, individual learning styles are accommodated and children's diversity celebrated. Links with the community are strong because the childminder attends local children's centre sessions for children to experience activities in the wider community. She is very enthusiastic about the centres and encourages parents to access professional bodies and agencies to support children's wellbeing, development and progress.

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and outcomes for children

Children are settled and happy and making excellent progress, as evidenced by their individual records and photographs documenting their learning journeys. They develop very good listening skills and respond to the childminder's clear communication as she uses open ended questioning with both verbal and visual methods. This encourages children to listen, think and to develop respect for others. As a result children play co-operatively, behave very well and are supported in their learning as the childminder uses every opportunity to extend learning through play.

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and outcomes for children

The play environment is arranged into areas of learning all accessible to the children so that they can respond and choose from the stimulating range of This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 resources. They show exceptional high levels of engagement and are encouraged to make independent choices of indoor and outdoor play. A wide range of interactive activities are provided which fully supports outcomes for children and enables them to develop a positive disposition to learning. Even the youngest children attending are aware of where to find the materials they need to complete a self chosen task. They love exploring the role play area and the adult led activity times of story telling singing and role play. Creativity is fostered through art and craft activities and artwork is displayed imaginatively to enhance children's self esteem. Information and communication technology such as real and toy laptops,

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and outcomes for children

digital cameras and tape recorders are used for children to record their own experiences and develop their ideas. They learn about sustainability through recycling and nature projects, growing in the garden and the use of wooden sustainable toys. The setting is fully inclusive and provides a range of pictures, play materials, dual language books and positive images of disability. The carefully planned activities help children to value difference, for example, using language mapping to support and encourage languages spoken at home as well as celebrations of Black history month, where children enjoy exploring cultural history and religious beliefs. Health is promoted very well with attention given a balanced healthy diet, physical activity and self-care. Children's views are highly valued and they enjoy completing the child friendly evaluations where one child commented that they now enjoy meals more because they try new foods. Partnerships with

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and outcomes for children

children, parents and others are nurtured by the dedicated and energetic approach of the childminder, resulting in a child friendly setting where children have excellent experiences. 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 1 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 1

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 1 The extent to which children feel safe 1 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 1 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 1 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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