Childminder in BarnetOfsted inspection, 28 Feb 2011

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 147166 Inspection date 28/02/2011 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 has been registered since 1992. She lives with her husband in a four bedroom house in the Friern Barnet area in the London borough of Barnet. The main areas used for childminding are the living room, kitchen/dining room, first floor bathroom, toilet and one bedroom. There is a secure outdoor play area. The house is located near shops, a park and local primary school. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children under eight years, of these, not more than three may be in the early years age group, and of these, not more than one may be under one year at any one time. The childminder is registered on both the Early Years Register, and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There are currently three children on roll within the early years age range.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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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 promotes most aspects of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework and this supports children in making satisfactory progress given their starting points. The childminder shares information with parents and this contributes to children's welfare, learning and development needs being supported in general and promotes outcomes for children. However, policies and procedures for safeguarding children are not firmly in place and this is a breach of a requirement of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Systems for planning, observation and evaluation are still being developed, however, the individuality of the child is adequately supported and this promotes inclusion.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure that written safeguarding policy and procedures as well as complaints procedures and complaints log are kept in place at all times. (W1.1 Safeguarding and welfare) 14/03/2011

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further?

 improve the record of risk assessment so that it includes information on who conducted it, date of review and any action taken following a review or incident. (W1.1 Safeguarding and welfare) 11/03/2011

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should: This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  further develop systems for self-evaluation to identify priorities for development that will improve the quality of provision and the outcomes for children  further develop systems for assessment arrangements and the range and depth of toys, materials and resources for children under eight years.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a suitable understanding of child protection procedures and she knows where to make referrals. This means that children are appropriately protected. The childminder has a valid first aid certificate and carries out suitable safety checks within the setting. For example fire evacuation plans and procedures are now in place. Child safety gates and smoke alarms are in place and fit for purpose. This means that most aspects of steps to be taken to safeguard children are sufficient. She has information regarding child protection from the borough but has not extended this into a policy that reflects her setting. Through discussion the childminder demonstrates a satisfactory understanding of the procedures for safeguarding children and this minimizes the potential impact on children's welfare needs. Consequently, should any accident occur or if she has concerns about the well-being of the child, suitable measures are taken and appropriate procedures

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the early years provision

are followed respectively. However, written risk assessments and a written complaints procedure and log are not are in place. This is a breach of a requirement of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements.

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the early years provision

Children have easy access to a suitable range and depth of resources. This provides opportunities for child-initiated play with adult support. Children benefit from the childminders partnerships with the LEA and her engagement with parents. For example, parents receive adequate information about the Early Years Foundation Stage. The development of systems to record what children have done and how they have achieved given their starting points during the course of their time in the setting, supports children in the early learning goals. Consequently, this sharing of information supports children's welfare, learning and development needs and promotes outcomes for children. Children's individuality is supported within a suitably inclusive environment where children learn to feel good about themselves and show respect for others. This promotes equality and diversity.

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the early years provision

The quality of the setting's self-evaluation gives the childminder an understanding of 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. Assessment This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 systems and the quality of planning for individuals, which ensure each child is offered enjoyable and challenging play experience across all the areas of learning, have recently been introduced. Nevertheless, the childminder understands that effective systems for observations, assessments and evaluation are central to a well-planned play experiences that meets children's individual needs.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder provides an inclusive provision for all children and families from different backgrounds. The range and depth of toys and resources promote equality and diversity. However, systems to enable parents to be actively involved in children's development are not sufficiently developed.

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and outcomes for children

Children's communication, language and literacy skills are adequately supported. Children's spoken language is beginning to develop through suitable interaction with the provider in relation to their starting points. However, the childminder does not talk meaningfully with children about what they are doing and actively listen in order to respond to their interests. For example, questions posed by the childminder are not open-ended. This limits opportunities to promote language for thinking and communication.

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and outcomes for children

Children play in a clean environment where they enjoy a suitable range of activities which help promote their good health. For example, good access to a secure outdoor play area provides children with good opportunities to get lots of fresh air and support their physical skills. Children wash their hands on returning indoors, before sitting at a suitable child-size table where they help themselves to healthy and nutritious snacks which consist of fresh fruits and fresh fruit juice. However, the childminder is not consistent in supporting children's understanding of adopting healthy lifestyles. For example, the childminder does not explain to children how good personal hygiene routines help prevent the spreading of germs. Nevertheless, adequate daily routines and procedures help minimise the risk of cross infection.

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and outcomes for children

Children are supported in developing skills for the future and they gain an understanding of the society in which they live and the wider world. For example, children enjoy trips to local under eights' provisions where they develop social skills and engage in a range and depth of activities and learning opportunities which promote all areas of learning.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a warm relationship with the children and this promotes their sense of belonging. Children show confidence and a sense of belonging when exploring the learning environment. They play independently and feel safe and secure enough to explore and investigate suitably deployed resources by themselves. This promotes the extent to which children are able to make a positive contribution because they feel secure enough to behave well, join in and make appropriate choices and decisions. 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: 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 as part of the Early Years Register (Suitability and safety of Premises and Equipment) 11/03/2011

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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 as part of the Early Years Register (Suitability and safety of Premises and Equipment) 14/03/2011

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