Childminder in Hillingdon

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY318848 Inspection date 04/03/2011 Inspector Christine Bonnett

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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 2005. She lives with her partner, adult child and child of 14 years in Shepherd's Bush in the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. The ground floor of the house is mainly used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age group. She is currently minding three children in this age group. She is registered on the Early Years Register, and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder drives to local schools to take and collect children. The family have no pets.

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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 make good progress in their learning and development because the childminder has a generally good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and how to implement them. Effective communication with parents also contributes towards positive outcomes for children. Children have fun play experiences within a safe and clean environment. The childminder is fully committed to reflecting upon her practice and maintaining continuous improvement for the benefit of the children and her own professional development.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve the frequency that observations and assessments are carried out in each area of learning in order to ensure each child makes all-round progress towards the early learning goals at an appropriate pace  enable children to routinely access programmable toys in order to enable them to develop the skills required in the future to operate information and communication technology.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good understanding of how to safeguard children effectively. She is able to recognise the indicators of child abuse and knows the procedure to follow to report concerns. Parents are made aware of how they can contact Ofsted should they have concerns about the care she provides. The This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 childminder minimises all obvious safety hazards to children by risk assessing her home and garden. Risk assessments for outings are also conducted to further promote children's safety. Being shown how to cross roads appropriately and participating in emergency evacuations drills help children learn how to keep themselves safe. The childminder maintains all the necessary documents and records required to support children's safety and well-being.

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the early years provision

The childminder establishes effective partnerships with parents. Because of this they are fully aware of all aspects of the care their children receive. The childminder spends time each day sharing all relevant information with them about how their child has spent their time with her, and what plans she has for the next day with them. Parents are involved with their child's learning through using the library. The childminder takes the children to choose books to take home and enjoy with their family. The childminder works closely with all parties involved in supporting children with additional needs to ensure care is consistent. She also understands the importance of liaising with other settings delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage that the children attend to ensure coherence in their learning. Because the childminder liaises with all parties involved with the care or education of the children, she knows their background and needs very well. She

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the early years provision

asks parents about what is important to them and their family relating to religious festivals and cultural customs in order to incorporate them into her planning for all the children to learn from and enjoy. The childminder also meets the needs of all the children by treating them with equal concern and giving them individual attention. For example, she will spend time talking to an older child about a recent trip with her family, while a younger one sits on her lap for a cuddle and listens intently. Then, while to older child picks up a toy to play with, the younger child is given her full attention as they push the cars along the floor together. This enables each child to feel valued and develop good self-esteem.

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the early years provision

The childminder understands the value to herself and the children of continuously developing her practice. Keeping up-to-date with current good practice is important to her. She also reflects on her work with the children to help her identify areas of strength and weakness. She describes her self-evaluation as a valuable learning journey. The childminder also finds feedback from parents a useful tool to use as part of this process, and has plans to introduce a parent questionnaire to ensure that she is fully offering the service they require. As a result of evaluating her practice, the childminder has recently reviewed and up- dated all her policies and procedures. She has also identified that as a consequence of minding a child requiring additional support, she would like to develop her skills and knowledge in this area of work. The childminder has tackled all the recommendations made at the last inspection and consequently has

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the early years provision

improved outcomes for children in relation to safety. Permission is now obtained to seek emergency medical treatment for children, and some potentially harmful toiletries have been relocated.

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the early years provision

The childminder's home provides a clean and safe environment in which children are able to access toys and equipment independently. They have sufficient space to fully explore the play materials on the floor with no obvious risk to their health. In addition, the low-level table and chairs enable children to sit down for meals and quiet play in comfort and safety. All toys and furniture are also clean and in This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 good conditions to support the sustainability of the setting.

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and outcomes for children

Children are relaxed and happy in the childminder's care. She provides play materials and experiences that generally support children's learning in all areas. The childminder observes the children as they play, and links her findings to the relevant areas of learning in order to identify their next unique step towards the early learning goals. However, the observations are carried out infrequently, and mainly focus on physical development. Consequently, children's progress is not sufficiently monitored to ensure they make appropriate progress at a suitable pace, and in all of the six areas of learning. Children enjoy their play and have fun. Drawing materials are available for children to develop their creativity and practise pre-writing skills. Looking at books and story time are enjoyed and promote language. The children have great fun singing and moving to action songs, such as 'sleeping bunnies' and 'row row your boat'. They practise counting as they sing

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and outcomes for children

about the monkeys swinging in the trees. The childminder takes the children to local pre-school groups where they learn to mix and socialise with others. However, children do not have routine access to programmable toys in order to help them develop the skills they need in the future to operate information and communication technology.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder supports children to learn about adopting healthy lifestyles. Meals are provided that take account of their individual dietary needs. A choice of fresh fruit is offered at snack time, with roast meals, vegetables and salads being on the dinner menu. Children have plenty of opportunities to benefit from physical exercise as they play in the back garden, or scramble through the large apparatus at Wacky Warehouse. In addition, trips to Dukes Meadow enable them to generally run around and enjoy the paddling pool and sand pit. Children also understand the importance of washing away germs before eating and after using the toilet.

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and outcomes for children

Children are encouraged to help tidy-up and to share the toys. The childminder helps them to learn good manners and to be kind to each other. She understands that by knowing what is expected of them, children feel secure and confident. Children are treated with warmth and kindness by the childminder. They demonstrate that they feel safe with her as they give her good eye contact and welcome her interaction as they sing and laugh together. 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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