Childminder in Haringey

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY409002 Inspection date 05/04/2011 Inspector Jill Nugent

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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 registered in 2010. She is a member of the National Childminding Association. She lives in Edmonton Green but works from a family house in Wood Green in the London borough of Haringey. One adult member of her family lives at the house in addition to another adult known to the family. Children have the use of the living rooms on the ground floor and access to a secure garden.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years, of whom, three children may be in the early years age group, at any one time. Currently she has four children in the early years age group on roll.

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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 offers a welcoming and inclusive provision for children where they enjoy a variety of play activities and make progress in their learning. She promotes children's welfare through the implementation of appropriate health and safety procedures. She has a good working partnership with parents and exchanges useful information about her childcare. However, her organisational systems are not yet fully established so that children's differing needs are catered for effectively at all times. She is beginning to reflect on her childcare practice and look at ways to further improve 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 the use of self-evaluation in order to encourage reflection on all aspects of the childcare practice and to identify areas for further development  extend the range of play activities so that children are offered a wide variety of enjoyable and challenging learning experiences both indoors and outdoors look at different ways of using an assistant to meet children's needs more effectively during daily routines.

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the early years provision

At the time of inspection the childminder was caring for more children than her conditions of registration allow. This is an offence unless the childminder gives a reasonable excuse. On this occasion the childminder did so and Ofsted does not This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 intend to take further action.

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the early years provision

The childminder's documentation is well organised and she has effective procedures in place to ensure that children are safeguarded in the setting. She carries out a regular risk assessment of the premises, showing the actions taken to keep children safe. In addition she carries out risk assessments of outings in the local area. All records relating to children's health and safety are maintained appropriately. The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of child protection procedures and knows what to do if she has any concerns relating to safeguarding.

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the early years provision

The childminder liaises closely with parents and provides clear information about her provision for children in a welcome pack. She makes good use of a display board to inform parents about the learning and development aspect of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Her newsletters keep parents informed about significant events. Parents are encouraged to be involved in children's learning as they view children's individual learning journeys. They especially appreciate the daily diary sheets and are pleased with the provision for their children. The childminder is attending training to increase her knowledge and understanding of special educational needs and is aware of the need to work in partnership with other providers and professionals to ensure consistency of care for all children.

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the early years provision

On the day of inspection the childminder had another adult working alongside her whom she is in the process of registering as an assistant. The childminder has set up an attractive play room for children with a range of resources easily accessible at low level. Children enjoy the company of two adults being present as both interact in their freely chosen play activities. They have the opportunity to take part in adult-led activities, such as painting and music, although the learning environment is not fully enabling for very young children who have short attention spans and are keen to explore in a wide range of different play situations. Children are able to take part in outings, for example, to the shops and park although they lack the opportunity for meaningful outdoor play and learning experiences as the garden is not yet available as a play space.

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the early years provision

The childminder has several years' experience of working in childcare and is well qualified. She has attended her initial required training as a childminder and ensures that all obligatory training, such as first aid, is kept up to date. She is keen to develop her childminding practice working with an assistant although her daily routines are not yet well organised so that children benefit fully from the input of two adults. The childminder intends to develop the garden as an outdoor play space when it has been made safe for children. She is developing her system of observational assessment so that it guides future planning more effectively and is interested in seeking out training events in order to continually improve her practice. However, she is not yet using self-evaluation effectively to reflect on all aspects of her childminding practice and prioritise areas for further development. 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 content in the childminder's care and develop self-confidence as they play happily together. They are aware of her expectations and behave well. They enjoy the opportunity to move around the playroom accessing different activities and exploring resources. For instance, children enjoy the sand tray, musical instruments and picture books. They develop close friendships with each other as they swap toys, eat snack or join in songs. They are energetic in their play and keen to take part in new activities, for example, chasing around with a shiny wrap or dancing enthusiastically to music. However, they miss out on opportunities to develop their enthusiasm for learning through taking part in a wide range of challenging learning experiences, especially outdoors.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has introduced an effective system of observational assessment which enables her to make useful observations on children's progress and determine children's individual next steps of learning. She plans activities to move children on in their learning, taking account of their interests and their developmental needs. This works well in offering some interesting learning experiences, for example, creative and mark-making activities, role play and library visits. The childminder interacts with children to encourage communication and support them in their learning. Her intended assistant is particularly effective in her interaction with children as she explores books and toys with them, encouraging children to extend their use of language and find out how things work.

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and outcomes for children

Children feel safe and secure in the setting as the play environment has been made particularly child-friendly. They develop close friendships with the childminder and this helps them to gain a sense of belonging. Children are generally very happy in her care, although at times her routines do not work so well and they become upset, for example, when waiting at tables for lunch to be prepared. Children enjoy a variety of healthy and nutritious meals, alongside snacks of fresh fruit and regular drinks. The childminder is attentive to hygiene and encourages children to adopt good hygiene practices. In this way they are encouraged to become aware of the importance of healthy lifestyles. Children learn about diversity in a wider world. They learn to respect others, share resources and take turns. 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 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 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 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: 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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