Childminder in Enfield

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY221534 Inspection date 23/05/2011 Inspector Anahita Aderianwalla

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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 2002. She lives with her husband and daughter aged fifteen years old, in Bush Hill Park, within the London Borough of Enfield. The whole ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time and is currently minding two children in the early years age range. The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. The childminder attends the local parent/toddler group. The childminder is registered on the all three registers. 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

Children are making good progress in all areas of learning in an environment that is safe, secure and stimulating. Children make good progress towards the early learning goals. The childminder has formed positive relationships with parents and takes steps to secure a working relationship with other providers in delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder has an accurate understanding of the areas of strengths and understand her areas for improvement. Previous recommendations have been addressed and realistic targets are set for future improvement. Although, not all areas of her practice are included in the self evaluation process.

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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 to clearly identify what is being done well and priorities for development.  increase the frequency of observations on children's progress to ensure their next steps in their learning are identified and used in planning to promote learning and to monitor their progress in the Early Years Foundation Stage

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the early years provision

Children are well safeguarded in the provision as the childminder has a good understanding of child protection issues and procedures. In addition, comprehensive risk assessments for the premises and outings are in place and contribute towards keeping children safe and secure. The childminder plans This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 activities involving the children which help them to learn about keeping themselves and others safe. For example, children participate in emergency evacuation drills and learn about road safety while out in the local community. The childminder follows effective procedures to ensure the health of children at all times, including ensuring tables are washed down with anti-bacterial spray before meal times. The childminder has developed a good range of effective policies, procedures and records ensuring children's and well-being.

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the early years provision

The childminder is committed to providing a good quality service to children and parents. She attends relevant training and accesses up to date information from various childcare publications. Appropriate policies and procedures are in place to ensure children's welfare, learning and development are promoted. The childminder is able to identify most areas of improvement and parents and children's views are sought. She sets realistic targets to secure improvement, for example making links with other providers to enable effective support for individual children. However, the process does not include all areas of her practice. Partnerships with parents are strong and contribute to children's well-being and learning. The views of parents are obtained through regular discussion, questionnaires and regular opportunities are offered to parents to be involved in their children's learning and development. For example, the childminder works

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the early years provision

closely with parents to ensure that she is well informed about the children's needs and writes a full account of their day in their diary for parents' information and has shares children's assessments and work. She also provides them with a welcome pack which includes some of her policies and procedures as well as details of how she operates and what they can expect from her. Parents advise that they are very happy with the service provided.

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the early years provision

The childminder actively promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of the provision through example, resources and planned activities. Children with additional needs and English as a second language are supported well. The childminder uses gestures to help with communication when necessary and is able to source dual language books to support language and literacy development. The childminder has good knowledge of each child's background and individual needs and routines. The space is organised well to ensure children of all ages can easily access toys and equipment appropriate to their age and stage of development. As a result children become more independent and confident in making choices.

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and outcomes for children

Children are well settled in the childminder's care and enjoy their time there. The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder plans for the routine of the day and various activities which are suitable for children of different ages. Children enjoy a wide range of activities and experiences which cover the six areas of learning. She undertakes observations of children during activities and assesses their progress, deciding on children's next steps for learning and planning activities to incorporate these and the children's growing interest. However, observations are not This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 frequently recorded. Currently the childminder only has two children in the early years range, and has a very good working knowledge of their individual needs and the impact is minimal at this time. She implements agreed settling-in periods for

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and outcomes for children

the children. In addition, information about the children, their family background and learning and care needs is received from parents to help the childminder understand the unique qualities of the child and she has established links with other providers to establish their view of the children's progress or interest to provide continuity and coherence for the child's experience. Children enjoy good quality interactions with the childminder and feel safe and secure. The childminder dedicates her time and attention to the children, supporting their play and praising their efforts and achievements

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and outcomes for children

The good quality toys and resources are stored attractively and children are encouraged to select the toys they wish to use from accessible storage units in the room. Children enjoy drawing pictures with a various mark making materials. For example, currently, the childminder recognises their early evidence of writing skills as they create lots of circles on their paper. Children books that they are familiar with and sit with the childminder as she reads stories they love to hear again and again. They sing nursery rhymes and point to the objects in the book and the children know the ending of the song, as they shout out the words. This encourages the development of the children's language. Children are developing skills that will contribute to their future economic well-being as they become increasingly confident in information and communication technology, using programmable toys and mini lap tops and learn letters and numbers. For example,

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and outcomes for children

children independently pick up counting books and point to the numbers and are confident in counting up to 10. Children show good levels of confidence and a real sense of belonging to the setting. Children behave well. Activities are planned and prepared which encourage children to work cooperatively with each other. Children show care and concern for each other. For example, children take two biscuits from a plate and share them with their friends. They understand about playing safely in the home, as they are regularly encouraged to tidy up after play. The childminder promotes good standards of hygiene through modelling good practice and safe and effective routines. As a result children develop an awareness of their own personal hygiene. The premises, toys and equipment are clean and well maintained. Children benefit from healthy, balanced meals and snacks. Children enjoy physical play outdoors and have opportunities to use large equipment while visiting parks and other

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and outcomes for children

settings. Younger children enjoy exploring the environment at floor level in the childminder's home, where there is sufficient space to move around, and investigate the toys. Children's health is further promoted through the policies and procedures the childminder has put in place for the safe management of accidents and medication. 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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