Childminder in Bromley

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY407568 Inspection date 04/08/2011 Inspector Rebecca Khabbazi

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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. She lives with her husband and two children aged 10 years. The family live in a three-bedroom house in a residential area of Bromley in Kent. The downstairs of the house is the main area used for childminding. A garden is available for children's outdoor play. The family has two dogs, three cats and two hamsters as pets. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for six children under eight years old, of whom three can be in the early years' age group. There are currently two children on roll who are both in the early years' age group.

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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

Children settle quickly and grow in confidence in the welcoming, inclusive environment. They make good progress in their learning given their age, ability and starting points. The childminder promotes some aspects of the children's welfare with success so their health and safety is soundly promoted. Good relationships with parents and carers effectively contribute to children's individual needs being met. The childminder is aware of systems to build links with other registered providers involved in the children's care. She is strongly committed to continuous development as she regularly reflects on her service and accurately identifies priorities for improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 update records of risk assessment to include any assessments of risks for all types of outing  review review routines so that children recognise the importance of keeping healthy and those things which contribute to this, such as providing individual towels to improve hand hygiene  establish communication links between settings so that children's needs are met and there is continuity in their learning.

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the early years provision

Children's welfare is soundly safeguarded overall. The childminder has a clear understanding of her responsibilities towards the children in her care. She knows This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 the child protection procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child. All household members over the age of 16 years are vetted. Required paperwork that supports the safe and efficient day-to-day running of the setting is in place and up to date. For example, medical records and permissions are completed to suitably promote children's health. The childminder makes careful assessments of her home and garden so any risks are reduced and children can play safely. She completes unrecorded risk assessments to reduce any hazards when she takes children on outings, such as to a farm. The childminder's home is well organised so that children move around confidently and have space to play. They easily access

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the early years provision

a good variety of safe resources and play materials that are suitable for their age and needs. Equality and diversity are effectively promoted to promote the children's well- being. The childminder works closely with parents to make sure she has a thorough understanding of each child's background and needs. She adapts the care, where needed, to fit in with children's individual routines. She provides good support for children, for example, by learning key words if they speak more than one language at home. Parents and carers are kept well informed through daily discussions, email, telephone and newsletters. They have good access to information in a range of policies and procedures. The childminder is aware of the need to develop effective partnerships with other early years providers caring for children. However, she has not yet established systems to share information so children may experience consistency in learning and care. The childminder

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the early years provision

competently reflects on her practice to monitor and evaluate the provision. She makes good use of feedback from parents, including information from questionnaires, as well as links with other childminders. The requirements from a previous visit have been fully implemented with regard to safety in the home. The childminder's actions are accurately targeted to lead to improved outcomes for children. She develops her childcare knowledge through considerable training and continually reviews resources to meet children's needs.

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and outcomes for children

Children have good relationships with the childminder who is warm and attentive to their needs. They show a well-developed sense of belonging and growing independence as they help themselves to toys and play materials. Children begin to learn to keep themselves safe. For example, they take part in regular fire drills and the childminder talks to them about road safety. They adopt simple, appropriate hygiene routines when they wash their hands before they eat. However, they currently share a towel to dry themselves, which does not fully protect them from the risk of cross-infection. Children have some choices from their packed meals and the childminder offers additional fruit. They play outside every day as part of a healthy lifestyle and having fun running around in the fresh air. They are developing appropriately through climbing the large apparatus, slithering down the slide or enjoying a game with a ball.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder knows the children well. She makes regular observations of their achievements and uses these effectively to identity next steps for their learning. Children take part in a wide variety of stimulating activities. These are based on This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 their interests and needs, which helps them make good progress towards each early learning goal. Children develop good skills for the future. Their early language skills are well fostered as they practice saying new words and cuddle up to listen to stories. They are challenged to solve simple problems for themselves. For example, they count during every day activities and find the correct piece for their puzzle. They draw and make marks as they play and use the computer to complete a simple program. Children eagerly learn about the world around them when they help dig up vegetables and water plants at the allotment. They are

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and outcomes for children

interested to look on a world map to find the country where some of their family members live. Children make good use their imaginations. For example, they make 'tea' and 'cake' in the role-play kitchen or take their 'baby' for walks in the buggy. They sing songs enthusiastically as they play and move their bodies along to the rhythms of the music. Children enjoy their time with the childminder and they settle quickly. They benefit from consistent routines that help them feel secure. They are effectively occupied throughout the day, for example, learning to socialise at children's groups. They respond to share, take turns and play well together. 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 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 2

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 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 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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