Childminder in Greenwich

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY412701 Inspection date 18/01/2011 Inspector Justine George

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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 2010. She lives in a three bedroom terraced house with garden, in Charlton in South East London. She lives with her husband and two daughters aged seven and eleven. Minded children have access to all of the ground floor area which comprises of a toilet and wash facilities, kitchen/ dining area and through lounge. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for five children under eight years old of whom three may be in the early years age group and of these one may be under one year, at any one time. The childminder currently cares for siblings aged three years and 16 months, two days a week. The childminder also speaks Russian.

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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 enjoy their time in the childminder's home and as a result make good progress in their learning and development. They are provided with a good range of resources and activities that generally supports each child well and the childminder is skilled in pursuing most of their interests. The childminder has developed strong links with parents and other professionals involved in the care of children. The childminder is keen to maintain and drive improvement and has taken effective steps to improve her practice.

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further?

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

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further?

 consider developing knowledge of, and provide materials to encourage young children as they explore particular patterns of repeated play, sometimes referred to as schemas  note children's response to music in order to plan relevant experiences to pursue and extend their interest.

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the early years provision

The childminder places children's safety as a high priority. All adults in the home have had the required checks carried out to ensure their suitability and children are supervised at all times. All of the required documentation is in place which ensures that children are cared for in line with parents/ carers wishes. Parents are fully informed of the childminder responsibilities in caring for children as she has devised a wide range of informative policies and procedures. As a result, the safety and welfare of children is promoted well. The childminder has sound knowledge of This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 safeguarding issues and procedures, ensuring she can take appropriate steps should she be concerned about a child's welfare. Her home is safe and secure and in the event of any accidents, children are sensitively cared for as the childminder has kept her first aid knowledge up-to-date. All accidents are recorded as is the

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the early years provision

administration of medication, which is shared with parents, as required.

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the early years provision

Equality and diversity is well promoted in the setting. The childminder has developed professional relationships with parents whereby good information is shared. As a result, the childminder is aware of family lifestyles and ensures the individual needs of children are fully met. The childminder has also developed good partnerships with other professionals involved in the care of children, thus ensuring continuity and consistency of care. The childminder is proactive in ensuring that the environment is inclusive. Children have access to a good range of toys and equipment which are easily accessible. As a result, children develop their play ideas and make independent choices. Children are well supported in learning about the diverse community in which we live. They visit local places of interest, learning about their community and developing social relationships. Furthermore, toys and resources depict positive images of culture and disability, thus positively

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the early years provision

developing children's awareness of diversity.

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the early years provision

The childminder has very good knowledge of the welfare requirements, which is reflected throughout her practice. This ensures a professional service is provided in which parents contribute through the use of questionnaires, in which they praise the childminder's homely provision. Parents also comment: 'it's great to know that (our children) are so happy when we drop them off'. The views of parents are used as part of self-evaluation. In addition, the childminder also reflects on each day and how children engage in with the experiences in the setting. As a result, the childminder plans specific experiences for each child, building on their skills and knowledge. The childminder is committed towards driving improvement, through liaison with other professionals and attending training courses. One particular training course has had a positive impact on children, which has led to much less focus on them producing an end product. Instead, there is more

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the early years provision

emphasis on how children participate and engage with an activity. As a result, the childminder is able to observe children's learning more effectively.

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and outcomes for children

Children feel safe and secure in the home as they have developed caring relationships with the childminder. The good settling in procedure fosters their emotional development very well as they are able to familiarise with the new environment safe in the knowledge that parents are close by. Children are confident in the setting and make a positive contribution. They show a strong sense of belonging, choosing what they would like to do and communicating their needs, which supports their emotional well-being. Children are well behaved as they are stimulated and occupied. Good strategies are used to promote positive behaviour in effective partnership with parents and carers too ensure consistency. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder is committed to ensuring children adopt healthy lifestyles. Children have regular opportunities for fresh air, exercise and rest. They walk to school, use

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and outcomes for children

the garden or visit local parks to promote an active lifestyle. Furthermore, opportunities for sleep or to relax are provided. Children are well hydrated and enjoy healthy snacks and meals throughout the day. Fresh fruit and vegetables are always available and meals reflect the various food groups to ensure a balanced and nutritious diet. The childminder ensures the good health of children as the home is clean and hygienic and she has completed a food hygiene course. The spread of infection is reduced as children are appropriately excluded from the setting if unwell. Effective hand washing routines are encouraged to help eliminate the spread of germs.

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and outcomes for children

Children are making good progress in their learning and development. Good observations of children's learning and development are carried out regularly and are supported with photos which children also enjoy looking at and comment on. As a result, the childminder plans a range of good quality experiences for children to pursue, thus their needs and interest are exceptionally well met. In addition, many great learning opportunities are introduced. For example, children enjoy 'Gruffalo' stories and this is extended through use of laminated pictures and characters enabling children to develop stories of their own to build their imagination. Children also have use of puppets to use alongside books. As a result, children are developing a wide range of communication and language skills, supporting their early reading development, developing skills for the future. Books are a valued resource in the home and there is a vast range to stimulate children's

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and outcomes for children

interest. Children enjoy sitting with the childminder to listen to stories which develops their vocabulary; however, nursery rhymes are played constantly in the background and although low in volume can be a distraction. Children enjoy acting out stories, for example 'Bear Hunt'. During the recent snowy weather, they visited a local park and followed the book sequence to hunt for the bear, adapting elements to further stimulate interest. The great range of resources and the lovely interaction from the childminder provide wonderful play opportunities for children. Therefore, children's curiosity is stimulated, setting the pattern to encourage enthusiasm for learning. To develop this further, the childminder is keen to develop her knowledge of children's repeated play patterns, sometimes referred to as schemas, thus enabling children to further develop specific ideas and concepts. 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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