Advance Education

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 146987 Inspection date 28/02/2011 Inspector Jennifer Devine

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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 1997. She lives with her husband, one child aged 16 years and one adult son in Edgware, in the London borough of Barnet. The whole of the childminder's house is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

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

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association and is also a member of Barnet's Quality Assurance childminding network scheme. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register; and 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 satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are settled and happy within the childminders care. She shows warmth and kindness to each child and provides a secure, stimulating environment to help them grow and make good progress in their development. The childminder has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and plans suitable exciting activities and experiences which meet each child's individual needs and interests. Most of the documentation is in place; however no record of risk assessment has been established, as required.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

She has developed good working relationships with parents as she takes time to communicate with them to find out about their child's particular needs so she can give appropriate and inclusive care. Although the childminder is in the early stages of self-evaluating her provision, through discussion she demonstrates that she has the capacity to make some improvements in the service she provides.

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further?

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

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further?

 make a record of risk assessments clearly stating when it was carried out, by whom, date of review and any action taken following a review or incident (Safeguarding and welfare) (also applies to the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register) 28/03/2011

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further?

 carry out a risk assessment for each type of outing 28/03/2011 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and review it before embarking on each specific outing (Safeguarding and welfare)

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further?

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

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further?

 develop ideas for working with parents to gain their views to support the self- evaluation process and to enable them to fully support their child's learning.

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the early years provision

Children's welfare is effectively safeguarded as the childminder understands her role and responsibilities with regard to child protection. She knows the indicators of abuse and the procedures to follow if she was concerned about a child. Adults living in the home hold Criminal Records Bureau disclosures and one child who has turned 16 years is in the process of having his suitability checks completed. The childminder is aware of not leaving children unsupervised whilst these checks are being processed. Although the childminder ensures the home environment is safe and has safety devices in place such as safety gates to prevent access to the stairs or kitchen, she has not kept a record of the risk assessment, as required. The childminder is aware of children's safety when outdoors, but has not carried out a risk assessment for every type of outing, as required.

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the early years provision

All required documentation such as accident and medication records are maintained. Play resources are clean and safe. The childminder organises her home and play resources well, enabling children to make choices freely and safely. Children can choose from a range of age appropriate toys stored at a low level to support their increasing independence There is sufficient space available to allow children to investigate their surroundings in comfort.

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the early years provision

The childminder is beginning to self-evaluate her practices and understands why this is important for her continuous development. For example, she recognises the importance of continually developing her knowledge and skills through attending relevant training courses.

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the early years provision

Overall, the childminder provides an inclusive provision to children and parents. Children are supported as the childminder is aware of children's individual needs and routines through discussion with the parents before their child starts. The childminder plans trips out to community activities such as to toddler groups and this helps children socialize and develop an understanding of the world around them. The childminder has an awareness of the importance of embracing diversity and has a suitable range of multi-cultural toys within her home.

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the early years provision

Children receive appropriate and consistent care because the childminder establishes effective relationships with parents. She ensures she keeps parents verbally informed on a daily basis about their child's development and they can regularly view their children's developmental records. Although the childminder has "thank you" cards from parents and children which indicate they are happy with This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 her care she has not as yet, included parents in the self-evaluation process to ensure their views and ideas for their child's learning is considered. The childminder is aware of liaising with other agencies such as the nursery to ensure she is provides continuity of care and learning.

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and outcomes for children

Children are cared for in a loving and caring environment where they feel secure to explore their surroundings. They have built up trusting relationships with the childminder and approach her during the day for reassurance and cuddles. As a result, children are happy, feel safe and are making good progress in their development.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has developed a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and has effective methods in place for observing and assessing children's development. She has made links in her observations to the six areas of learning and identifies each child's next steps for learning.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a good awareness of providing a stimulating environment to encourage young toddlers' early communication skills. She is aware of children's non-verbal communication, being aware of their likes or dislikes. She talks all the time with the children as they play and they respond to her and attempt to repeat words. They thoroughly enjoy investigating the various toys and are intrigued as the childminder shows them how to bang the drum to make it light up. They then find a wooden drum and sit for some time banging and listening to the noise. The childminder has a good understanding of developing children's love of books. Children can access their favourite books from the toy crates and sit with the childminder looking at these. They particularly enjoy books with photographs of babies and excitedly turn the page to find the mirror and study them-selves closely in the mirror. Children have good opportunities to experience a variety of creative

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and outcomes for children

activities such as sticking and making pictures. The childminder has an abundance of different art materials which keep children occupied and eager to take part in activities.

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and outcomes for children

Children have many opportunities for outdoor play and regularly visit the local park or spend time outdoors in the well-equipped garden. They enjoy helping to plant vegetables and learn to care for them by helping to water them regularly. Children's behaviour is appropriate for their age and the childminder has effective strategies in place by offering lots of praise to them to promote their self-esteem.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder takes reasonable steps to ensure children in her care remain healthy and free from cross infection. The childminder holds a current first aid certificate and this enables her to deal with accidents appropriately. The childminder promotes a healthy eating lifestyle. Currently parents provide their children's meals and the childminder makes sure the meals are stored and reheated appropriately to ensure they remain fresh. Drinks and snacks are readily available, as required. The childminder promotes good hygiene by ensuring she This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 talks with the children about the importance of washing their hands before and after eating their meals. She also has good hygiene practises in place when changing nappies to ensure there is no cross contamination.

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and outcomes for children

Children are beginning to develop their understanding of keeping safe when outdoors as the childminder talks to them about crossing the roads safely. Young children are safely harnessed into the pushchair and pre-school children know to hold hands all the time. Children take part in regular fire drill practices and this helps them learn about evacuating the home quickly. Although the environment is safe overall, the lack of effective risk assessments for the home and for outings has an impact on children's overall safety. 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 3 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 The extent to which children feel safe 3 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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report 28/03/2011

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report 28/03/2011

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