Childminder, Out-of school day care in Havering

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY216325 Inspection date 27/05/2011 Inspector Caroline Preston

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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 2002. She lives in Collier Row in the London borough of Havering close to shops, parks, schools and public transport links. The whole ground of the childminder's house is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of two children under eight years at any one time, no more then two of these may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding one child in the early years age group. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder has a pet dog.

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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's needs are met overall and they make satisfactory progress towards most of the early learning goals of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Partnerships with parents are developing, however parent's views have not been sought about the childminding service and records of children's progress are not in place. Children's welfare is safeguarded and the environment is safe. Links with outside agencies support children's well-being. Self-evaluation identifies any weaknesses, which helps to develop and improve practice. Resulting in improved care and education offered to children.

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further?

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

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further?

 ask parents for their views on the care and education you provide  develop records of learning and development.

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the early years provision

All major steps are taken to safeguard children, safeguarding regulations and duties are met. Adequate knowledge of procedures means that if concerns were raised, appropriate action would be taken. Dangers in the environment are identified and removed, as risk assessments are carried out regularly, this helps keep children safe. Sufficient improvement in practice demonstrates ambition, such as plans to develop planning and records of children's achievements. This helps to support children in their on-going development.

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the early years provision

Resources are adequate and help children to develop across all areas of the curriculum. Children freely self-select play resources from the playroom which are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 safe and varied. Toys such as a wide selection of books, construction and arts and crafts engage children in play and learning. The environment is suitable in meeting the needs of the children, as space and furniture helps children to feel comfortable and eager to play. Self-evaluation is developing as plans are in place to develop records of children's achievements and planning of activities. This means that children are offered better care and education which helps them to learn and develop.

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the early years provision

Equality and diversity is adequately promoted as children are offered a suitable range of play experiences, appropriate for their individuals needs. They enjoy playing with toys that promote diversity such as, books and small world people. They meet children and adults from the local community as they visit many playgroups. Partnerships with others are satisfactory as links with local schools help to support children who are moving on to school. Partnerships with parents are established well and positive communication helps meet the needs of the children. However parent's views have not been sought about the service they are offered and learning records are not available, so that parents can contribute and follow their child's progress.

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and outcomes for children

A sound understanding of the learning and development and welfare requirements and guidance for the early Years Foundation Stage supports children in their individual learning. They are happy and provided with a suitable range of learning experiences which helps them to develop across all six areas of the curriculum.

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and outcomes for children

Children behave well and are happy, they have positive attitudes towards each other and the childminder. They are confident in their use of language and know how to express themselves fully. Children are developing early skills for reading and writing as they draw and listen to stories and are able to recall stories and repeat them. They learn to problem solve as they fit together puzzles and build with construction and learn numbers as they count during play.

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and outcomes for children

Children develop a sense of how to stay safe as they discuss and learn about road safety when out and about in the local community. They learn to take responsibility for their own actions as they play, for example by using the play resources safely. They learn about boundaries of behaviour, this helps them to feel safe and secure. Children follow appropriate hygiene routines such as, washing their hands before meals. They enjoy exercise in the garden using large play apparatus and they are offered healthy meals and drinks. This supports their understanding of healthy lifestyles.

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and outcomes for children

Children are secure in the childminding setting, they are happy and settled and enjoy taking part in a sufficient range of learning activities that are appropriate for This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 their individual needs. They develop self-esteem and confidence as they play and interact well with each other and the childminder. They learn about others in the community as they are taken on trips to local parks and places of interest. Where they can see people and the differences they have. This helps them to be to be tolerant and accepting of others who are different to them. Children learn skills for the future as they as they make choices about their play, enjoy cooking activities and play alongside each other well.

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and outcomes for children

Children show curiosity and interest when planting in the garden, they learn how to care for and respect the pet dog and visit local places in the area they live in. Children develop physical skills as they climb and take part in physical activities in the garden and local parks. They coordinate bikes and scooters and can manipulate balls that they throw to each other. Children enjoy being creative during cooking activities, they paint and draw all of which enables them to develop their imaginations and express their own ideas. 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 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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