Childminder in Kingston upon Thames

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY413940 Inspection date 28/02/2011 Inspector Lindsay Farenden

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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 her husband and two children aged four and six in Kingston, Surrey. Her home is situated within walking distance of the town centre, British rail station with direct links to London, the river, Richmond park and bus routes to Richmond and Kew. All areas of the home are available for childminding use. There is a ground floor toilet as well as a first floor family bathroom and a secure garden for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register for a maximum of four children aged under eight years; of these two may be within the early years age range, of whom one may be aged under one year at any one time. There is currently two children on roll in the early years age group.

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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 are very happy and settled in the childminder's care, who provides a homely environment for them to play and be cared for in. They make good progress in their learning and development because they are provided with a wide range of resources, activities in the home and on outings. The childminder promotes children's welfare with success, ensuring they are safe and secure. Children's individuality is recognised and nurtured by the childminder who has a very secure knowledge of their individual needs, interests and abilities. The childminder values the role of parent's. She works closely with them and schools children attend to ensure good continuity of care learning. Currently children have little opportunity to learn about different cultural celebrations. The motivated childminder is able to evaluate her practice well and continually strives to improve her service and the outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further opportunities for children to learn about the wider world in relation to various cultural festivals and celebrations

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the early years provision

The childminder has good organisational skills and provides a very safe, welcoming and stimulating home environment. Robust risk assessments ensure children's safety both inside and outside the home. Comprehensive policies are shared with This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 parents and followed well as she cares for children each day. Children are safeguarded as the childminder has a clear understanding of the sign of abuse and neglect and the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare and safety. Adults living in the home have been fully vetted which ensures they are suitable to be in the presence of children. Children learn to keep themselves safe as the childminder teachers them about road safety. They regularly practise the fire procedures, so are fully aware of leaving the premises quickly in the event of an emergency.

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the early years provision

The childminder has developed a successful partnership with parents. They receive good information about their child's care and actvities they have enjoyed, through verbal feedback and detailed daily diaries. Letters from parents show they think highly of the childminder and the service provided. The childminder regularly talks to staff at local schools which some children attend. She then uses this information to plan actvities for children in her care to enhance and consolidate their learning and development.

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the early years provision

The childminder meets children's welfare and development needs well as she has a strong focus on ensuring every child is valued, included and achieves as well as they can. Children access an excellent range of toys and resources which are stored in a dedicated play room. They freely choose what they want to play with. Children feel very much at home and are treated as part of the childminder's family. They move freely around the home under the close supervision of the childminder. The childminder has a professional approach to childminding and this is well demonstrated in the commitment to continually improve her practice through, evaluation of her service and commitment to attending further training.

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the early years provision

Children behave very well because they are constantly engaged in purposeful play. The childminder provides a good role model for children, as she talks to them in a kind and caring manner. She offers them lots of praise and encouragement to develop their self esteem and confidence. Toys reflecting race and disability are accessed through every day play, which helps children to acknowledge and accept differences.

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and outcomes for children

Children are relaxed and confident in the childminder care. They enjoy cuddling up to her as they avidly listen to stories read by her. Children take a great interest in exploring toys that require them to press and turn buttons to make them work. They enjoy counting with the childminder during everyday routines, such as coming down the stairs. Writing and drawing materials are always accessible to children and they enjoy using sketch pads to develop their mark making skills. Lots of happy laughter takes place as children have great fun playing skittles together. Moulding dough is a popular activity as they make shapes and talk about colours with each other and the childminder. Children learn about the wider world as they look at large maps of the world and about were foods originated from during cooking activities. Children enjoy celebrating their birthdays with a cake and are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

interested in numbers relating to their ages. At present children have had few opportunities to develop their knowledge of different cultural celebrations and festivals. They talk excitedly about seeing a recycling lorry, showing they are beginning to learn about protecting the environment. Regular outing to toddler groups helps to develop children's social skills and further supports their development as activities encompass the six areas of learning.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has developed a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Activity planning is thorough, taking into account of what children are leaning in school, the things they are currently interested in and individual children's development. Each child has their own 'unique profile' in which includes photographs, records their achievements and areas in which she plans to give them support in the learning and development. Overall children thrive in the care of the childminder and develop a wide range of skills for their future well- being.

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and outcomes for children

Children develop a very good awareness of what constitutes a healthy lifestyle. They routinely wash their hands before eating. Children are provided with nutritious meals which are home cooked using fresh ingredients. They develop an awareness of foods that are good for them through discussions with the childminder. For example, they know that cheese makes their bones strong. Children enjoy a wide range of opportunities to develop their physical skills, as they play in the childminder's garden and frequently visit parks. Children are cared for and play in a very clean home in which the childminder gives very high priority to hygiene procedures. She has a holds a current first aid certificate and well stocked first aid box, which ensures that any accidents are dealt with in an a prompt manner. 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 1 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 1 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 1 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 1 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 1 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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