Childminder in Haringey

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY409163 Inspection date 31/01/2011 Inspector Rosemary Coburn

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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 two children aged eight and four years in Tottenham area of the London Borough of Haringey. The childminder works at the setting of her Co-childminder who lives in the same area. The areas used for childminding comprises of the kitchen, one bedroom, living room, bathroom and toilet. There is a suitable enclosed outdoor play area. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register to provide care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, of these, not more than two may be in the early years age group. and 1 under one at any one time. When working with another registered childminder at the above premises they may jointly care for a maximum of six children under 8 years age group at any one time, with no more than 5 children in the early years age group and not more than 2 under 1

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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

The childminder successfully promotes most aspects of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework within a suitably inclusive environment. Children are provided with a suitable range and depth of toys, equipment and play materials to support them in making adequate progress. The childminder works in partnership with parents and the local authority. This contributes to children's welfare, learning and development needs being met. Systems for planning and evaluating the effectiveness of children's learning are still being developed however. The childminder demonstrates that she has the capacity to drive improvements and promote outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 further develop knowledge and understanding of Early Years Foundation Stages as well as systems for self evaluation W2.2 Qualifications, training, knowledge and skills)  further develop risk assessments to ensure that all areas of the setting are safe for children at all times. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

Suitable child protection policies and procedures promote and safeguard children's welfare. The childminder has a valid first aid certificate. She obtains parental consent for outings and emergency medical treatment for all children in her care. Relevant policies and procedures meet the legal requirements and provide a safe, secure and enabling environment. Consequently, should any accident occur or if she has concerns about the well-being of the child, suitable measures are taken and appropriate procedures are followed respectively.

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the early years provision

The childminder keeps records of risk assessments indoors, outdoors and on outings however, all potential hazards are not fully identified and minimized within all areas of the setting. This is because dangerous substances are not kept out of reach. Nonetheless, children are closely supervised at all times.

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the early years provision

Children have easy access to toys and play materials within the setting. This provides opportunities for child-initiated play with adult support within an enabling environment where children are making adequate progress in relation to their starting points. A suitable two-way flow of information ensures continuity of care and relevant policies and procedures ensures that parents are well informed. The childminder demonstrates a suitable understanding of the benefits of seeking relevant support and advice from external agencies. This supports equal opportunities within a suitably inclusive environment and promotes outcomes for children.

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the early years provision

The quality of the settings self-evaluation gives the childminder a satisfactory understanding of the strengths and weaknesses, and how she can build on what has been accomplished so far in order to reinforce the provisions continuous improvement.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder demonstrates a satisfactory understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Systems for observations, assessments and evaluation are in place. However, the uniqueness of the child is not effectively promoted as the childminder is insecure in her understanding of planning to support the individual needs of children. Nonetheless, children receive enjoyable and at times challenging play experience across all the areas of learning. This means that children are adequately supported in the early learning goals.

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and outcomes for children

Children's knowledge and understanding of the world is supported as they have easy access to a suitable range and depth of resources and play experiences to enable them to explore and investigate freely. For example, one young child This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 walked purposefully toward the visitor and began touching and investigating the back of the lap top. The childminder led the child to a table where there was a number of musical as well as interactive toys which supported the child in investigating freely through repeatedly pressing buttons that spelled simple words and or made sounds to describe the noises that different animals make.

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and outcomes for children

Children use language for communication well. For example, while engaged in an ICT activity one 3 year old child exclaimed 'I found something'. The child showed this discovery to the childminder and excitedly said to the other adult 'look what I found, we can all have a go'. Children have access to a small but suitable selection of books and enjoy their favorite stories which supports them in developing reading skills. Children sit together on the sofa with the childminder as read books such as for example 'The Gruffalo', and later listen to the interactive story on CD while engaged in craft activities.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn about the importance of adopting healthy lifestyles through a worthwhile range of learning opportunities and activities. Regular trips to the local park and access to secure outdoor play area promotes the development of children's physical skills while using for example, large pieces of play equipment, pull and push along toys. Children enjoy healthy snacks and know that fruit is good for them. They are taught the importance of washing hands after craft activities, before eating and after toileting. This means that suitable daily routines supports good personal hygiene and helps to prevent cross-infection.

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and outcomes for children

Children are supported in developing skills for the future as they have easy access to home corner toys and resources such as for example, plastic fruits, pots and pans, a cooker, cutlery and cutting tools. Children demonstrate good cutting and joining skills as they engage in creative activities. They select and use appropriate materials and resources competently to create collages.

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and outcomes for children

Resources are suitably deployed and children learn to respect other cultures through enjoyable activities which promote their creative skills. While children play they are reminded of the house rules 'sharing means caring'. This supports children in making a positive contribution as they understand the rules of the setting and learn to co-operate, share and take turns. 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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