Childminder in Newham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY336009 Inspection date 28/07/2011 Inspector Jennifer Liverpool

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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

There were no children on roll when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children on roll, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states if the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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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 2006. She lives with her partner in Stratford in the London borough of Newham. The childminder's three grand children age 15, nine and five years regularly lives with them. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding purposes. There is an enclosed garden for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She regularly works with an assistant. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under the age of eight years at any one time. Of these, three may be in the early years age group. When working with an assistant she is registered to care for a maximum of eight children under eight years, of whom no more than six may be in the early years age group. There were no children on roll at the time of the inspection.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder is not able to produce evidence that she had undertaken a training course approved by the local authority, within six month of registration to meet the qualification requirements and put into practice the required standards for childcare. Also, the childminder is not able to provide evidence that she has completed paediatric first aid training and hold a current paediatric first aid training certificate. These are breaches of the general legal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has an appropriate knowledge and awareness of the importance of treating each child with equal respect and concern. She demonstrates an understanding of the importance of working in partnership with parents to meet the individual needs of children. The childminder explains that she holds an initial meeting with parents before their child starts to find out about the child; agree methods of care and discuss and produced information that she is required to provide for parents. This includes the certificate of registration; complaints procedures and policies. The childminder demonstrates sound knowledge and understanding of the requirements for promoting children's learning and development. She is able to plan and provide a suitable range of activities and experiences across the six areas of learning.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has sufficient knowledge of child protection procedures approved by the Local Safeguarding Children Board. She understands her responsibility to protect and safeguard the welfare of children. She regularly works with an assistant and is aware of her responsibilities to supervise the work of any assistant. The furniture, equipment and toys are appropriate for the needs of needs of children. The childminder has met the action raised at the last investigation visit and systems are now in place to identify and minimise the risks of potential hazards to children and keeps a record of the risk assessment. The childminder shows a willingness to improve her practice. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Compliance with registration requirements

In order to continue to meet the requirements of registration, the registered person must take the following action by the specified date:

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Compliance with registration requirements

 demonstrate that you hold a current paediatric first aid qualification certificate (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register) 11/08/2011

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Compliance with registration requirements

 demonstrate that you have attended a training course for childminders approved by the local authority (Suitable people). 11/08/2011 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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Welfare of the child for being cared for). 11/08/2011

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Welfare of the children being cared for). 11/08/2011

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