Childminder in Enfield

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY223243 Inspection date 15/06/2011 Inspector Carolyn Hasler

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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 2003. She lives with her husband and children aged four, 15 and 16 years in Bush Hill Park, London Borough of Enfield, close to shops, parks, schools and public transport links. The whole of the childminder's home is used for childminding, except the bedrooms.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, no more than two of which may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding two children in this age group. She also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder collects children from the local school and goes to the local Children's Centre regularly.

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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 both a welcoming and inclusive service. Overall she has been successful in introducing the Early Years Foundation Stage into her practice. However, there are several areas for improvement identified. The childminder is enthusiastic and motivated and understands the importance of continual improvements. There is a good level of improvement since the last inspection.

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further?

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

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further?

 increase opportunities for parents to contribute towards children's initial assessment and continue to develop skills in observing, assessing and planning for individual needs  consider the use of a system to verify the identity of any visitors, record their names, the purpose of the visit and details of arrival and departure times

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the early years provision

The childminder is meeting regulations and duties to safeguard children and demonstrates a good knowledge of safeguarding procedures through regular updates in training. She understands her responsibility to ensure children are kept safe and is able to demonstrate that adults who come into contact with children are appropriately checked. There are effective systems in place to risk assess the premises and ensure that outings are conducted safely. However, systems to This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 identify visitors to the setting and the purpose of their visit are limited.

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the early years provision

The childminder has maintained a programme of training on childcare issues since her last inspection. This includes improving her understanding of inclusion issues, safeguarding and working with challenging behaviour. She has maintained her paediatric first aid and shows interest in continuing to address areas of weakness within her practice. The childminder has effectively met recommendations raised at the previous inspection and this has improved outcomes for children. She is able to evaluate her setting and recognises what needs to be done to secure further improvements.

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the early years provision

Children have access to a well planned environment which is welcoming, it provides quiet spaces, areas to play at floor level and low level tables and chairs for table top games. In addition the outside spaces have been planned to allow children access to a range of physical activities, provides experiences which encourages children to get close to nature and explore the natural world. Visual aids to support children's learning of new skills, such as how to wash hands, are appropriately placed. Overall the childminder understands how to use resources successfully to ensure children maximise learning. Though initial information collected from parents is limited. Observations have greatly improved and are linked to the different areas of learning. Next steps are identified and the childminder is able to show children's progress through her profiles. Children are making good progress as a result of the environment they are in.

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the early years provision

The childminder provides an inclusive environment where children feel comfortable to be themselves. Toys and play resources reflect their needs but also sensitively introduces them to others faiths and cultures. There are systems in place to identify children with special educational needs or disabilities. The childminder has greatly increased her level of knowledge and sensitivity in this area.

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the early years provision

The childminders relationships with parents and carers are positive and well established. Parents are provided with information through daily feedback forms and chats. They have access to displayed information and receive regular updates. They are encouraged to play a key role in settling in children. The childminder regularly shares developmental records and encourages feedback from parents. The childminder is aware of the rewards in working in partnership with other early year's professionals in meeting children's welfare and developmental needs. She keeps significant contact details of appropriate professional bodies for reference.

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and outcomes for children

Children separate well from parents and settle quickly because the childminder works effectively with parents to support the transition from home into the setting. They build secure relationships with the childminder who shows sensitivity in helping children to gain independence. Children are caring and helpful towards others and manage their behaviour well. They build friendships and engage in shared games and activities learning how to cooperate, take turns and negotiate This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 with others. Their social skills are consistent to children who feel a sense of belonging and are confident and self assured.

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and outcomes for children

Children develop the skills they need to keep themselves healthy. Daily routines and having a positive role model helps them build good habits in personal hygiene, eating healthily and being physically active. Children have opportunities to be physically active both inside and outside. They explore a range of challenging activities that helps them build balance and coordination and become aware of their own bodies. They build a growing sense of awareness of where food comes from through helping in the vegetable patch with watering activities. They are offered drinks throughout their day and snacks consist of a healthy choice of different types of fruit.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy coming to the setting, they have lots to choose from and can help themselves from resources. There are lots of conversations with children taking place throughout the setting. Children are encouraged to use vocabulary to explore their thoughts and feelings. They hear language, absorb and extend their own vocabulary within play. Children see letters and words all around them and are actively encouraged to recognise their own names written down. They have lots of opportunities to explore mark-making and enjoy drawing and painting activities. Children are able to recognise the key letters of their name. Resources to support problem solving, reasoning and numeracy are varied and challenging and children are engaged in their exploration and design. They explore numbers, shapes and colours and enjoy peg puzzles and construction equipment. Children are encouraged to explore technology accessing a small variety of resources such as

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and outcomes for children

interactive computer type games. They have opportunities to meet others and engage in larger groups of children through attending the local Children's Centre and library sessions. They are making good progress in their learning and develop future skills. 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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