Childminder in Barking and Dagenham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY316720 Inspection date 01/02/2011 Inspector Janet Williams

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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 2005. She lives with her husband and three children age five, 15 and 16 years. They live in a flat in Clapham in the London borough of Lambeth. Access to the premises is via stairs. The area is well served by public transport, and local parks, shops and childcare groups are within walking distance. The lounge and one of the bedrooms are used for childminding.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for four children at any one time. She currently has one child on roll. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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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

Children are provided with a good range of learning opportunities both indoors and out. Positive inclusive practice promotes a good partnership with parents and provides an environment for supporting children who speak English as an additional language. The childminder has clear documentation covering the majority of areas, although her system for risk assessments is not sufficiently robust. The childminder's self-evaluation provides an active understanding of positive strengths and highlights areas for improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure that the record of risk assessment includes information on who conducted it (Documentation) 11/02/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 carry out a risk assessment for each type of outing and review it before embarking on each specific outing.

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the early years provision

Children's welfare is effectively promoted. The childminder ensures all household members over the age of 16 years have a Criminal Record Bureau check. Effective child protection procedures promote and safeguard children's welfare within the setting. The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of issues surrounding This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 safeguarding children. For example, she is aware of the signs and symptoms, knows her responsibilities of care and would ensure that relevant procedures are followed to keep the children safe from harm. Frequent risk assessments are carried out for both indoors and out to ensure areas used by the children are free from hazards. However, records do not clearly state by whom. This is a requirement. The childminder has no verification for outings. The childminder has comprehensive policies and procedures in place that reflect the quality of care

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the early years provision

provided. Good systems are in place for promoting children's welfare. For example, children's arrival and departure times are recorded and parental permission has been obtained for emergency medical treatment and outings. The childminder has completed an up to date paediatric first aid course. This enables her to know what to do in event of an emergency. The childminder frequently attends training, in order to keep her knowledge as current as possible. This effectively contributes to promoting children's welfare and learning.

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the early years provision

Children benefit from a well-organised environment where they are able to access a varied range of resources that are readily available and suitable for their stage of development.

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the early years provision

Partnership with parents is good. Information collated from them is well used by the childminder and helps promote children's welfare. Regular discussions with parents are shared about children's individual progress and development. Parents' comments and feedback received indicate they are very happy with the quality of care and learning provided. The childminder has established a good relationship with others. She makes good use of the local authority early years department and the various children's groups, where good support and up to date information is received to promote effectively the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy, settled and relaxed. They play freely with the activities and resources that are readily available. Children are able to enjoy their time at the childminder. Activities indoors and out allows them to socialise and learn to share. The childminder positively interacts with the children and demonstrates a very good understanding of each child's needs. They feel secure with the childminder who shows them comfort and reassurance. The childminder sits the children on her lap; she sings them songs and rhymes. Children respond through dancing and moving to the rhythm. This shows how they are learning to enjoy and appreciate music. Children's listening skills are developing well. Good opportunities enable children to learn new words and letters through the childminder making good use of books and having colourful, informative posters displayed. The childminder constantly talks to the children about what they are doing and respond to

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and outcomes for children

children's interests. They enjoy colouring and drawing and mark make using crayons and colouring pencils. This effectively contributes to children's fine motor skills. Children's hand and eye co-ordination is good. They are skilful when playing throwing and catching games. This enhances their physical development. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Good assessment plans, observations and an up to date daily diary demonstrates how the childminder has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage relating to children's learning and development.

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and outcomes for children

The environment is clean and tidy and children receive good support to develop good personal hygiene. The childminder ensures children wash their hands prior to meals. Although the childminder does not provide meals, she demonstrates the importance of a healthy eating. Children are provided with healthy snacks, such as raisins and fruit. Drinks are offered at regular intervals and children can request one at any time. 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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