Childminder in Croydon

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY408658 Inspection date 25/01/2011 Inspector Angela Ramsey

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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 has been registered since August 2010. She lives with her husband and two children aged ten and three years. They live in a three bedroom house in the London borough of Croydon.

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Description of the childminding

The down stairs of the property is used for childminding. Children are supervised when using the bathroom facilities. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder's home is within walking distance of shops, schools, a park, a library and transport links.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years and the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of three children under eight years at any one time; of these, one may be aged under one year. She is currently minding two children in the early year's 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

The childminder has created an environment in which children thrive. Children's individual needs are met well. The childminder's secure knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) enables her to plan interesting play and learning opportunities for the children in her care. The childminder demonstrates good capacity for continuous improvement through identifying areas of strengths or weaknesses of her service through the completing of Ofsted's self evaluation form.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve written observations to identify and plan relevant and motivating experiences for each child?s next steps in learning

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the early years provision

Children are safeguarded by the childminder's good knowledge and understanding of her role in protecting children. She is aware of the possible signs of abuse, the importance of recording her concerns and she is aware of which agencies to contact if a referral needs to be made. Risk assessments for her home, garden and outings are conducted and the childminder takes effective steps to prevent accidents. Regular fire drills are carried out with the children the details of which are recorded. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Positive partnerships with parents have been established. The childminder keeps parents informed of their children's learning and development. She also completes a daily diary which is entitled 'All about me day to day', which details what activities their child has taken part in, their feelings and behaviour, food and drink, naps and nappies, childminder comments and parents comments. Parents are also

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the early years provision

provided with copies of her policies and procedures, which support the service provided. The childminder has a clear commitment to her professional development and puts her self forward to update her skills through training.

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the early years provision

Through discussions with parents the childminder actively promotes equality and diversity. She works closely with parents and she becomes familiar with each child's individual needs, such as likes and dislikes with regards to food and sleep routines. The childminder understands the importance of promoting equality and diversity. She has books that reflect diversity and equality and uses these, as well as discussions with the children to explain the significance of valuing and respecting others.

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the early years provision

Parents are also kept informed of their child's development. Systems to observe and assess children's progress are in place; these identify learning priorities and plan relevant and motivating learning experiences for each child. At present the childminder does not care for any children who attend other settings. Nevertheless she aware that if children receive education and care in more than one setting, relevant information should be shared to ensure continuity and coherence.

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the early years provision

Resources are well deployed and easily accessible in containers and on shelves, enabling children to make choices about what they want to play with. The environment both indoors and outdoors is conducive to learning and support children's learning and development.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder uses her skills she has attained through attending National Vocational Qualification levels two and three in child care. Children are happy, secure and settled in the childminder's care. She has created a comfortable, welcoming and child-centred environment where children are able to enjoy the activities on offer. Resources are easily accessible and the childminder provides a wide range of experiences and learning opportunities which stimulate and challenge children's knowledge and understanding.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder organises outings to local parks, childminding groups and the library. She has implemented a system to monitor children's development and progress using the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Although observations are completed they do not consistently identify how children's next steps in learning will be targeted.

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and outcomes for children

Toys and resources are well deployed enabling children to develop their independence as they choose the toys they wish to play with. Children enjoy mark This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 making being creative as they sit and draw. Children's communication, language and literacy is enhanced as they develop a healthy interest in books. Children love to explore the childminder's garden, looking at the emerging spring bulbs.

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and outcomes for children

Children's behaviour is appropriately supported. If required, the techniques used are suitable for the age and stage of children's development, for example, distraction and explaining to children in language they understand why the behaviour is not acceptable.

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and outcomes for children

Children's welfare is safeguarded because the childminder has up-to-date knowledge of first aid. She has a written procedure in place in the event of a child becoming ill and obtains written consent to administer medicines to children. Records are also kept of any medicines administered. Parental permission to seek emergency advice or treatment has also been obtained.

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and outcomes for children

Children's good health and well-being are supported and positive steps are taken to prevent the spread of infection. The childminder's home is clean and the children are taught the importance of hand washing. The childminder has devised menus which include healthy and nutritious meals and snacks. Homemade such as shepherds pie are freshly prepared on a daily basis. The childminder also ensures that children drink water during the day. 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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