Childminder in Barnet

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY402747 Inspection date 24/05/2011 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 2009. She lives with her husband and two children aged 7 years and 5 old in a three-bedroom house in the North Finchley area which is in the London borough of Barnet. The areas of the home used for childminding include the dining room and lounge on the ground floor and the bedroom on the first floor. There is an enclosed outdoor play area.The childminder is registered to care for no more than four children at any one time. (Early Years Register, compulsory part of the Childcare Register, voluntary part of the Childcare Register). Currently the childminder has three children on roll in the early years age range.

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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 provides a welcoming environment where children are encouraged to access toys and resources that support their learning and development. Effective liaison with parents ensures that the childminder knows the children well and helps her to support their individual care needs. The childminder plans for children and undertakes regular observations and identifies next steps of learning. However, these are not always completed consistently. The childminder demonstrates a positive attitude towards her ongoing professional development through training and has begun to complete her self-evaluation and has begun to identify areas for development in order to further support the good outcomes she provides for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 Further develop the well-documented observations of children's learning and development in order to fully identify the next stage of their learning.

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the early years provision

Children are safe in the home of the childminder. The childminder has a secure understanding of child protection procedures by attending training and therefore supports children's well-being. She undertakes detailed risk assessments in the home and monitors this aspect of her provision regularly. In addition, she takes the children on regular outings to local places of interest, using clear procedures to assess any risks. For example, she has detailed information when she takes children to Chesington Zoo. The childminder organises her home and daily routine to provide children with a This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 variety of learning opportunities in a safe and secure environment. Resources are set out well in large plastic boxes, with labels for different toys, so that children can access them independently and initiate their own play. The childminder works closely with parents in order to identify children's individual

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the early years provision

needs. There is a comprehensive range of information exchanged between parents and the childminder. This includes good quality information written in the children's daily diary which gives parents a clear understanding of what their child has done during the day. A clear set of policies and procedures gives parents the information about the safe management of the provision. The childminder regularly reflects on her practice and has systems for self-evaluation; and uses parental input and evaluation of children's activities to identify areas for further development. She also has systems in place to support the needs of children who have links with other partnerships to maintain continuous care and education.

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and outcomes for children

Children are very happy and settled in the childminder's care, and enjoy participating in the interesting range of activities on offer. For example, children play with a range of small world play animal figures and use books to reference questions about their habitats, what they eat and how to respect and protect wild life. Children approach the childminder easily and play cooperatively and alongside each. The childminder knows each child extremely well and creates a balance between adult-led and child-initiated activities. As a result, children are able make choices in their play and select activities for themselves, which develops their independence. Progress records are shared with parents and very detailed children's starting points are identified in advance before they start to be cared for by the childminder. She successfully implements the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework which is evidenced in a daily diary and supported with photographs detailing what

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and outcomes for children

the children have achieved. Planning of activities, support the well-documented assessment and observations and the next steps of their learning is clearly identified. However, not all next steps are consistently completed. Documents are written in detail and parents are provided with their own copy. Accurate recording of accidents and administration of medication, as well as a daily record of children's attendance, ensures that children are kept safe and well protected. Children enjoy learning about the world around them as they are taken to places of interest, which enhances their experiences. This includes visiting the Zoo, as the children love finding out about how the animals are fed and cared for, as well as picnics in the park and releasing energy at local parks. Children are happy to recall these events and enjoy looking at the photographs which capture the moment. The childminder builds close relationships with the children and encourages their

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and outcomes for children

concentration by providing for their individual interests, such as construction blocks and a large train set with small world wooden town with a variety of small world figures. Children make choices from an interesting range of toys and are developing their independence. They have the confidence to try new experiences or rise to This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 challenges. For example, children use problem-solving skills as they play with a range of construction blocks and complete puzzles. They name colours, count in sequence and link sounds to letters. Communication and language is promoted through discussion, sharing books, learning rhymes and planned activities. Children learn about the natural environment. They have some awareness of different cultures and ethnic backgrounds through planned activities, and plentiful resources to promote a positive attitude to diversity.

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and outcomes for children

Children's well-being is supported by the provision of healthy meals and snacks, regular walks and outside play. Children independently pour their own drinks, when they need a drink as fresh drinking water is readily available. Children learn about a safe environment as they help to put toys away or regularly take part in an emergency evacuation drill. Good behaviour is supported by the childminder's consistent use of praise and encouragement. The childminder builds close relationships with the children, supporting their care routines well and giving good feedback to parents, which helps them feel involved in their children's learning and development. 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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