Childminder in Harrow

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY137267 Inspection date 25/03/2011 Inspector Caren carpenter

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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 2004. She lives with her husband and two young children in a three bedroom house within London borough of Harrow. The whole of the ground floor of the house is 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 three children under eight years and is currently caring for one child in the early years age group. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder drives and walks to local schools to take and collect children.

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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

Children are happy and secure in the childminder's care because she recognises their individual needs and provide well for them. Although, the childminder knows children's interest and capabilities, she does not have systems in place for assessing and observing children's learning and development. Positive relationships with parents ensure that children's individual needs are catered for. The childminder has some awareness of her strengths and weaknesses. However, systems to evaluate and plan for future improvements are not yet established.

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further?

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

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further?

 Practice fire drill with the children to assist with their quick and safe evacuation from the home  involve parents in their children's learning and development by sharing information about their starting points  develop methods for undertaking observations and assessments which are used to identify children's learning priorities  develop the use of self evaluation to clearly identify what is being done well and priories for improvement.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a secure knowledge of how to safeguard children in her care. She understands how to manage child protection concerns and is aware of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children play safely, because the childminder carries out regular risk assessments in all areas of her home to promote children's safety and records her findings. However, children do practise fire drills to enable them to become familiar with it, to assist with their quick and safe evacuation from the home, should the need arise.

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the early years provision

The childminder is beginning to indentify her strengths and areas for improvements although she has not established systems for monitoring and evaluate the continued quality of her provision. She is keen to putting her ideas into practice through developing her knowledge and understanding of the early years foundation stage. The childminder has addressed all previous recommendations to improve the service offered to children and families. For example, all hazards in the garden have been minimised to promote children safety. Parents have provided written permission for transporting their children in a vehicle.

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the early years provision

The childminder organises her home and play resources well enabling children to make choices freely and safely. For example, children choose from a selection of toys and resources that are stored in boxes supporting their independence skills. The childminder ensures that records, are organised and maintained to ensure that the needs of all children are met.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a positive attitude towards inclusive practice and works closely with parents to provide for their children's care needs. Children are supported in developing English an additional language and are helped to value their own cultures and beliefs. This contributes to building their confidence and self-esteem.

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the early years provision

The childminder works well with parents and keeps parents informed about their children's daily routine and their developmental progress to ensure their individual needs are met. However, she does not involve parents in their children's learning to support them to achieve as much as they can in relation to their starting points and capabilities. The childminder has an encouraging attitude to developing and forming links with other providers to ensure continuity of care and learning for the children.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy their time with the childminder. They are engaged, happy and interested in their play. They confidently make independent choices and self-select toys they are interested in. This is because the childminder has a suitable understanding of the learning development needs of the children in her care and provides a satisfactory range of suitable activities.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy participating in a range of activities, such as building and constructing, looking at books, playing with play dough and painting. Children recognise numbers, shapes and colours in their daily play and enjoy exploring and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 investigation a selection of interactive toys that support their learning as they find out why things happen and how things work. This helps children to develop skills for the future. Although, the childminder knows children's interest and capabilities, she does not have systems in place for assessing and observing children's learning and development to help them make good progress in their learning and development.

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and outcomes for children

Children are encouraged to follow good hygiene practices which minimises the risk of cross infection. They learn why they must wash their hands before eating. The childminder has a good understanding of the procedures to be followed in respect of a sick or injured child, the administration of medication and accident management. Children enjoy healthy and nutritious meals and snacks. They are offered regular drinks at all times. Children have opportunities to enjoy fresh air and exercise for example; they play in the garden, promoting their health and well- being.

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and outcomes for children

Children's knowledge about personal safety is encouraged by discussions with the childminder about the importance of following road safety rules. Children's growing confidence is supported because the childminder provides a caring environment. She states that she offers praise and encouragement to children which helps them gain confidence and self-esteem. 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

 devise and implement a written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse or neglect and ensure it includes the procedure to be followed in the event of an allegation being made against the childminder (Arrangements for Safeguarding children)(this applies to both parts of the childcare register) 29/04/2011

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 make available to parents a written statement that provides details of the procedure to be followed if they have a complaint.(Procedures for dealing with complaints) 29/04/2011

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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

 keep and implement a written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse or neglect(Arrangements for Safeguarding children) 29/04/2011

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as stated in the compulsory part of the Childcare Register((Procedures for dealing with complaints) 29/04/2011

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