Childminder in Hillingdon

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY419768 Inspection date 07/07/2011 Inspector Christine Bonnett

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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 2011. She lives with her husband and three children aged nine, four and two years in West Drayton, in the London borough of Hillingdon. The ground floor is mainly used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than one may be in the early years age group. She is currently minding one child in this age group. She is registered on the Early Years Register, and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The family have two guinea pigs.

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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 an inclusive service in which children are respected as unique individuals. They generally make good progress in all areas of learning because the childminder has a secure knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She engages well with parents to ensure children's individual needs are met. Overall, children's safety is well promoted. The childminder evaluates her practice accurately, and is committed to its continuous development.

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further?

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

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further?

 review the risk assessment to include the plants in the garden in order to ensure that they are not hazardous to children  improve the programme of activities to include outings to local pre-school groups to enable children to mix and socialise with others.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a secure understanding of safeguarding matters. She is aware of the indicators of child abuse, and has clear procedures in place for reporting concerns. Parents receive a copy of the complaints procedure to ensure they know how to report any concerns they may have about the care their child receives. The childminder is mostly very safety conscious and has conducted detailed risk assessments on her premises to ensure there are no obvious safety hazards; however, some plants in the garden have not been scrutinised to ensure they do not pose a danger to children. All the records and documents required for the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 efficient management of the setting are maintained.

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the early years provision

The childminder is keen to build upon her existing childcare skills. She recognises the benefit to the children and the parents of continuously developing her practice. Since registration she has attended several training courses, including 'One step at a time'. This course focussed on equipping childminders with the necessary skills to care for children with additional needs. The childminder is interested in this area of work, and is currently studying to attain a diploma at level 3 to further enhance her skills. The childminder reflects upon and evaluates her practice to ensure she is fully meeting the needs of the children in her care. As a result of this, she plans to start taking children to a local drop-in group. This will enable them to mix and socialise with others, thereby increasing their social and emotional development.

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the early years provision

The childminder engages effectively with parents. She is flexible in the service she provides in order to suit their work commitments. A wealth of relevant information is gained from the parents at the start of the arrangement to ensure appropriate and consistent care is provided. Information about feeds, sleeps and nappies is written down each day as well as being exchanged verbally to ensure parents have all the information they need. Text messages and photographs are also often sent to let parents know how their child is spending the day. The childminder understands the importance of working closely with all agencies involved with the care or education of children to sure coherence in their learning and development.

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the early years provision

A wide variety of fun and stimulating play equipment is available in the playroom for children to enjoy. Children have ample space in the playroom and living room to fully explore the resources in comfort. The childminder assesses the individual needs of each child and ensures that she provides suitable toys and equipment to promote their development, such as a baby-walker to encourage children to take their first step. All the resources and equipment are clean and in good condition to support the sustainability of the setting. Through the range of resources the childminder has, such as books and visiting local pre-school groups, children have the opportunity to learn about the world around them and value diversity within society.

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and outcomes for children

Children are relaxed in the childminder's care and enjoy their play. The childminder has a good understanding of the six areas of learning and observes the children to monitor their progress in each of them. She identifies the next steps in their individual learning journey and how she will include them in her planning in order to ensure all children make appropriate progress towards the early learning goals. Young babies enjoy sitting with the childminder and her children and looking at books. They particularly like those with flaps to peer under and different textures that they can feel. They also enjoy scrunching pliable plastic and listening to the sound it makes as they look through it. From a young age children have access to programmable toys, such as telephones and activity centres. They push buttons and hear different sounds. Consequently, they are learning the necessary skills This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

that will enable them to operate information and communication technology in the future. Physical development is promoted in young babies. For example, the childminder positions toys just out of the child's reach to encourage them to stretch or crawl to get hold of them. She also supports them to stand up and take their weight on their feet.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder encourages children to learn the benefits of adopting a healthy lifestyle. Fresh fruit is introduced to their diet, and good communication with parents ensures that the timetable for weaning is fully discussed and agreed. Children have opportunities to enjoy the open air. They swing in the back garden, and sit on the decking to watch the guinea pigs. The childminder excludes children from her care who are ill or infectious in order to prevent the risk of cross infection. Young babies appear content and settled because their health, physical and dietary requirements are well met.

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and outcomes for children

Young babies enjoy and benefit from the close interaction they have with the childminder. They develop a sense of belonging and security because they know they are valued and respected by her. They sit on the childminder's lap and give and receive good eye contact as they are spoken to, and respond with smiles and gurgles. This demonstrates that they feel safe and are developing good self- esteem in the childminder's care. 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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