Childminder in Barking and Dagenham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY337289 Inspection date 16/03/2011 Inspector Pamela Bailey

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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 2006. She lives with her husband and two adult children in the London Borough of Southwark, close to parks, schools, shops and public transport links. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's home is use for childminding.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding two children in this age group. She also offers care to children over five years. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder collects children from the local school/nursery school and attends several toddler groups on a regular basis. She also takes children to the local parks.

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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

Overall, the childminder promotes many aspects of children's welfare, learning and development with success. There is a strong commitment to continuous improvement with an open acknowledgement and willingness to address identified weaknesses. Effective engagement with parents/carers and emerging partnerships with other providers delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage ensures the children's needs are met. Children are settled and enjoy their learning in a safe and secure environment.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve the record of risk assessments clearly stating whom conducted it, date of review and any action taken following a review or incident (Documentation). 30/03/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 improve further the assessment arrangements to provide a clearer link with the expectations of the early learning goals and a secure basis on which to plan the next steps of children's learning  improve the range of resources and activities to promote positive attitudes towards diversity and where necessary help children to value aspects of their This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 own and other peoples lives.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a strong commitment to promoting children's welfare. She understands her role in safeguarding children and how to implement the procedures if she has a concern about a child in her care. The childminder has taken positive steps to ensure that the environment in which children are cared for is safe and secure. However, the record of risk assessment does not include all the information as stated in the specific requirement. For example, it does not state who conducted it, date of review or any action taken following a review or incident. Nonetheless, this has no impact on the safety and well-being of children. The childminder strives to provide a service that is inclusive for all children and their families. There are some good systems in place to exchange information with parents. For example, through the childminder's written polices and procedures, daily discussions and daily diaries. The childminder values the role of the parents,

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the early years provision

encouraging them to share what they know about their child and actively seeking their views about the setting through the use of questionnaires. Photographs of children in play, samples of work and assessment records provide parents with information about their children's achievements. The childminder has begun to communicate with other providers delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage for children attending other settings and is in the process of developing systems to ensure that information is regularly shared and used to promote children's learning and well-being. Systems for self-evaluation provides the childminder with an accurate appraisal of the strengths and weaknesses of the early years provision and what she needs to do to improve further. She has been successful in making improvements. The recommendation raised at the last inspection has been addressed which have resulted in improved outcomes for children's welfare. This demonstrates the

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the early years provision

childminder's capacity to raise standards and maintain continuous improvements. The childminder is motivated to improve her childminding practice through ongoing professional training. For example, the childminder has recently achieved a level two qualification in Children's Care, Learning and Development, and is currently working towards a higher professional qualification. In addition to this she has attended a range of development courses. The childminder is a member of the Southwark Childminding Association. She attends regular meetings where they share best practice and meet with other specialists such as, health visitors, speech therapists and the Local Authority inclusion officer. She makes best use of the local community facilities such as, parks, library and toddler groups to extend children's learning and development.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder demonstrates a positive attitude towards learning through play. She uses lots of praise and encouragement to build children's confidence and self- This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 esteem. Children receive lots of warmth and affection, and the childminder engages in playful interaction. Children confidently approach the childminder for support indicating trusting relationships are built. Children's early communication skills are encouraged very well by the childminder. The childminder talks to children at all times during play acknowledging their means of communication. Children investigate and explore in their environment. They become absorbed in pushing buttons and levers on programmable toys and listening to the different sounds. The childminder reinforces learning by repeating words and numbers, and encourage children to join in familiar songs and rhymes. The childminder observes

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and outcomes for children

children's learning during play and use her findings to support them as individuals. However, assessments do not provide a secure basis on which to plan the next steps in children's learning because these are not matched to the expectations of the early learning goals. Children are able to make choices from a varied range of age appropriate resources that are easily accessible and provide stimulation. However, with the exception of some books and dolls, few reflect positive images of different culture, gender or disability. Children are developing an awareness of how to keep themselves safe. They learn about road safety when out and about in the community and practise emergency evacuation routines inside the home. Children benefit from nutritious snacks which help them to develop healthy eating habits from a young age and fresh drinking water is readily available for children to help themselves. Young children are beginning to develop their own preferences and

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and outcomes for children

feed themselves which helps to develop their independence. The childminder provides a good range of physical play experiences that help children to gain the physical skills appropriate to their age and stage of development. For example, young children enjoy practicing throwing and kicking soft balls, and pushing wheeled toys in the home. Trips to the park and toddler groups where there are large apparatus gives children opportunities to further extend and develop their balance and coordination. 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 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 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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