Childminder in Barnet

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY418886 Inspection date 08/06/2011 Inspector Samantha Smith

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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 2010. He works with his wife who is registered as his assistant. They live with their adult son and his wife in the Totteridge and Whetstone area of the London Borough of Barnet. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding and there is bedroom on the first floor for children to sleep. There is a fully enclosed garden. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory part of the Childcare Register. He may care for a maximum of six children at any one time; of these no more than three may be in the early years age group. There are currently two children on roll, both attending on a part-time basis. 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 satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall outcomes for children are satisfactory and they are appropriately supported by the childminder. He demonstrates a sound awareness of their individual needs and backgrounds and promotes this well. Sound partnerships have been established with parents and the childminder is aware of working in partnership with other professionals. He has a sound knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements and most are being met. The childminder is yet to begin evaluating his practice, although he demonstrates a positive attitude to improving his practice and as well as outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure the record of risk assessment includes the date this was completed (Premises, environment & equipment) 27/06/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 consider practising the emergency evacuation procedures with minded children  develop further personal practice through the use of a system of self evaluation. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

On the whole the childminder manages his setting well. He creates a cosy and homely environment where children are content, well settled and benefit from close and secure attachments that have been established with the childminder and his assistant. Sound procedures are in place to promote children's safety and support the efficient running of the setting. All adults living in the home have completed appropriate suitability checks, an accurate record of children's attendance is maintained and appropriate procedures are in place for administering medication to children and dealing with illness and injuries. In addition, a detailed risk assessment is completed for the home, although this does not include the date of the assessment was completed, therefore the requirement with regards to risk assessments is not being fully met.

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the early years provision

The childminder works well with his assistant and makes good use of her skills to the benefit the provision. He provides a suitable environment that is conducive to the needs of children and there is a good range of toys and resources available that are appropriately organised and suitable for the children attending. He makes good use of the local facilities and takes children out daily to visit various places of interest within the local community. The childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of his role in supporting children's learning and there are suitable observation and assessment systems in place to support children in making progress.

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the early years provision

The childminder respects the diversity of the children and families in his care by ensuring they all feel welcome. At the beginning of a child placement parents are encouraged to share what they know about their child, particularly information about children's home languages and any cultural or religious celebrations.

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the early years provision

Partnerships with parents are satisfactory. Relevant information is obtained from them at the start of their child's placement and used by the childminder to support children settling in. There continues to be a regular exchange of information between them, keeping parents updated on the progress that their children are making and the childminder's practice. He has not yet begun to evaluate his practice although he demonstrates a positive attitude towards improving his practice. Currently none of the children on role attend any other EYFS provider; however, the childminder demonstrates that he is aware of the importance of maintaining such partnerships.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and settled in the childminder's care. They benefit from the secure and caring relationships they have established with him and his assistant. Their individual routines from home are followed and supported by the childminder. Although unable to communicate their thoughts and feelings verbally, This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 they make it clear through their expressions and body language and the childminder responds to them appropriately, thus promoting their physical well being and ensuring continuity of care.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder demonstrates a suitable knowledge of his role to support children's development and he uses observation and assessments to identify children's achievements which he has begun to document in individual portfolios. He provides a fair range of experiences that support them in developing future skills. Young children are encouraged to use their natural curiosity as they explore and investigate their environment and the toys and resources available. They have fun as they explore the range of discovery toys available. They show great pleasure as they listen to sounds when the buttons are pressed on the noise making 'cause and effect' toys. The physical development of babies is encouraged by the childminder; he encourages them to explore body movement by placing toys just out of their reach to encourage them to move to retrieve them.

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and outcomes for children

Children are supported in developing early social skills through regular visits to toddler groups where they have opportunities to mix and play with other children. This also supports children who have English as an additional language. Children's good health and physical wellbeing is promoted through daily routines and the sound systems in place. Young children rest and sleep according to their needs and are changed appropriately and bottle feeds are prepared according to instructions. Medication and accident procedures are in place and in line with requirements. They also have regular opportunities to take part in physical activities both indoors and out. There are clear boundaries and house rules in place, which are shared with parents. Although the childminder informs that he completes regular emergency evacuation practices, minded children are not included in this. 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: Met

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