Childminder in Hillingdon

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY334998 Inspection date 15/03/2011 Inspector Seema Parmar

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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 partner and four children, aged 12, nine, seven and five years old, in Ruislip, in the London Borough of Hillingdon. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding with toilet facilities on the first floor. There is an enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children at any one time and is currently caring for three children on the early years age range. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register, compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder walks/drives to local schools to take and collect children. She attends the children's centre, toddler groups, library and local parks.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 good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder is enthusiastic about her work and consequently offers a warm, welcoming and inclusive service. Children are treated with respect and their individual needs are known and met. They access a good range of resources and activities which help to promote their learning. The childminder has evaluated her ability and skills as a childminder and pro-actively accesses training to continue to provide a good service to children and their families. The childminder has good relationships with parents and shares information regularly to keep them well informed about their child's care routines. However, acknowledges that improvement is required with involving parents in their children's learning and development records.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure the written risk assessment that covers any thing with which a child may come into contact, include the date of review and any actions taken following an incident (documentation) 29/03/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 develop ways in which parents are supported and encouraged to share, contribute and update information, to become fully involved in their child's continuous learning and assessment records. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates that she has a good knowledge of how to safeguard children in her care. For example, she knows what to do if she has concerns about child protection and is familiar with the local Safeguarding children's board procedures. The childminder is conscious of aspects of safety and has written risk assessments in place to safeguard children. The childminder organises her home and play resources well, in order to encourage children's independence. For example, children choose from a stimulating range of toys, that are well presented and within their reach.

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the early years provision

The childminder has completed a self-evaluation form, identifying her strengths and weaknesses. She is secure in her understanding of what she needs to do to further improve her knowledge, understanding and practice, to improve outcomes for children. At the last inspection, the childminder was required to obtain written consent from parents, to deal with emergency medical treatment. This is now in place and as a result fully promotes the well being of children. The childminder is pro-active in extending her knowledge and skills as she is currently in the process of completing a Foundation Degree in Early Years and also, actively seeks relevant training workshops, to improve her understanding of children's individual and specific needs.

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the early years provision

Children's needs are very well met because most of the documentation and records required for the safe and efficient management of the setting are in place. However, the record for risk assessments does not include all the required details.

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the early years provision

Children are valued and respected, as individuals. The childminder has a positive attitude towards inclusive practice and works closely with parents, to provide for their children's care needs. Children are provided with good opportunities to learn about diversity as they celebrate different cultural festivals such as Chinese New Year and St David's Day. This creates an inclusive environment that encourages children to feel a sense of belonging and promotes their self-esteem. The childminder has a positive attitude to developing and forming links with other providers. For example, the childminder talks to school staff and obtain newsletters containing information about current themes from school to ensure continuity of care and learning for the children.

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the early years provision

Partnership with parents is very well promoted, as the childminder has discussions with parents about their child's daily care. In addition, a daily diary is sent home keeping parents informed about routines and activities their children have taken part in. However, the childminder has not developed ways to seek and share children's starting points, contribute and update information, for parents to become fully involved in their child's continuous learning and assessment records. Feedback from parents states, they are extremely happy with the care their children receive. Comments received include, 'flexible and willing' and 'always acts in the best interest of my baby'. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children are provided with good opportunities to help them make progress towards all areas of learning and development. Ongoing assessments are used very effectively, to monitor children's progress and the information gathered, helps the childminder to identify what she needs to do, in order to help the children in achieving their next goal. Planning is tailored to the needs of each individual as the childminder is flexible in her approach to children's learning and builds on their current interests. Children enjoy their time with the childminder; they are engaged, happy and interested in their play. The childminder builds on children's experiences through actively being involved in their play and learning. For example, she sits on the floor and engages very well, talking, praising, smiling and laughing with the children. Children demonstrate a sense of security and confidence as they easily approach the childminder if they need help or would like a change of activity.

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and outcomes for children

Children confidently make independent choices and self-select toys, activities and resources they are interested in. For example, they thoroughly enjoy participating in activities such as writing, cutting and completing challenging puzzles. Children have fun playing and show delight as they push various buttons, on a selection of programmable toys, which supports their learning as they find out why things happen and how things work. Children develop their social confidence during frequent trips to toddler groups, where they benefit from a wide range of activities and learn to share, take turns and play cooperatively within a larger group.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy a variety of healthy and nutritious meals and snacks such as, home made chilli con carne, chicken pasta, sandwiches and selection of vegetables and fresh fruits. The childminder ensures all children have regular drinks that are available at all times. In addition they have good opportunities to enjoy fresh air and exercise for example; they play in the garden, visit the local parks and playgroups which promote a healthy life style. Children are learning to keep safe, as the childminder gives gently reminders and supervises them vigilantly as they play. In addition, children have fire drill practice to build their understanding of emergency evacuation procedures, to ensure they are kept safe at all times. Overall, children demonstrate that they feel safe and secure within the childminder's care, which supports children to develop many valuable skills and set secure foundations for their future learning.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder recognises that involving children in developing the simple house rules for acceptable behaviour, promotes their self-esteem and confidence. She recognises the importance of having a consistent approach and being a positive role model. The childminder has a very calm and friendly manner, which promotes a relaxed and positive environment for all children. 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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