Childminder in Hillingdon

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY413265 Inspection date 26/01/2011 Inspector Kim Mundy

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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 2010. She lives with her husband and two children aged nine and 14 years in Ruislip Manor in the London borough of Hillingdon. The whole of the ground floor of the house and first floor toilet facilities are used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The family have a dog and cat as pets. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She walks and drives to local schools to take and collect children and she attends the local parent and toddler group.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time and of these, three may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding two children in this age range.

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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 very happy and well cared for by this kind and enthusiastic childminder. They are making good overall progress in their learning and development because the childminder plans exciting activities which captures their interest. In the main, partnerships between the childminder, parents and others are good and therefore, the children's individual needs are being successfully met. The process of self-evaluation is underway, so the childminder is well placed to maintain and improve her childminding service. Children are safe and secure in her care.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the process of self-evaluation further by obtaining the views of children and their parents  extend children's learning experiences further by encouraging parental involvement.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge of safeguarding issues and the procedures to follow in the event she suspects a child is at risk. Children are able play and explore in a safe and secure environment because the childminder undertakes thorough risk assessments. In addition, she ensures that children are safe on outings. In order to further protect children, adults in the home have up- This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 to-date criminal record checks and visitors are required to sign their presence.

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the early years provision

The childminder makes good use of the space in her home and resources are deployed effectively to provide a warm and welcoming environment for children and their parents. Toys and activities are attractively presented and capture children's interest which helps support their learning and development. Children's individual needs are met, for example, by providing left handed scissors to help children to achieve during sticking and cutting activities.

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the early years provision

The childminder has high expectations of herself and strives to build on the good quality of care and education she offers. She evaluates her childminding service and identifies key areas for improvement, for instance, by introducing parent questionnaires and obtaining children's views as part of her self-evaluation process.

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the early years provision

The childminder has positive relationships with the parents as these are well- established through ensuring clear and open lines of communication. Parents' comments are positive about the service they receive, for instance, 'my child has settled well and we love reading about what he has done everyday. We have complete trust in the childminder and would not hesitate to recommend her to any other family'. All of the required paperwork is well organised and maintained accurately. The childminder's policies and procedures underpin her good childminding service.

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and outcomes for children

Children are learning to keep themselves safe as they practise the fire drill regularly, and learn about stranger danger and crossing the roads safely when out and about in the local community. They are learning about living healthy life styles as the childminder provides healthy meals and snacks in negotiation with parents, some of whom prefer to provide their own. At all times, children can help themselves to drinking water and babies can see their cups on the side and gesture when they wish to have a drink. Good hygiene routines are followed, for example, when nappy changing, handling pets and before meals. Children observe good hygiene practices carried out by the childminder throughout her home. They have a sense of belonging as they remove their coats and shoes, and place them in the container they chose themselves. Children are very well behaved; the childminder uses positive reinforcement to encourage their good behaviour.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of how children learn and develop, and she uses this to plan effectively for children's learning. She plans activities in advance according to the children's individual interests, allowing time for them to explore and learn at their own pace. Thorough observations help the childminder to successfully identify children's progress towards the early learning goals, although, parents are not currently involved in this process. Children eagerly participate in the activities provided and the childminder gently supports them in their play, so that they build on their existing skills. Young children are confident to This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 make their needs known because they can be sure of a very caring response. Babies and children are confident and self-assured; they part from their parents and settle relatively quickly. Babies show immense pleasure when they look at

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and outcomes for children

books with the childminder, which means they are beginning to develop a positive disposition to learn. They carefully remove a cup off of the tower with anticipation and smile and clap their hands as they achieve this task. Babies are learning through using their senses as they explore the treasure basket which contains items of various textures. They show an interest in puzzles and building blocks, and older children love the Russian dolls which help them to explore size. Younger children are beginning to show an understanding of technology as they press buttons on interactive toys. They have fun and giggle as they bob up and down to musical toys. Children are developing their imagination and creativity as they finger paint, use recycling materials for sticking and modelling, cook, dress up and participate in various role play.

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and outcomes for children

Children are developing a positive attitude towards being active as the childminder ensures they have regular opportunities to exercise in the fresh air. They enjoy crawling through the tunnel, throwing and kicking balls, and playing skittles. In addition, children enjoy visits to the park where a wider range of apparatus is available, for instance, swinging, climbing and balancing. Children are beginning to learn about the world in which they live as they play with a range of multicultural resources and celebrate a variety of festivals. They thoroughly enjoy their day with this warm and caring childminder and her family. 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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