Childminder in Wandsworth

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY423357 Inspection date 05/10/2011 Inspector Elizabeth Mackey

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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 in a two bedroom first floor flat in a residential area within the London borough of Wandsworth. The whole of the flat is used for childminding with the master bedroom for sleeping only. There are communal gardens for outside play and the childminder takes children on daily outings. 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 three children under eight years, all of whom can be in the early years age group. She is currently caring for two children who are under two years and they both attend on a part-time basis.

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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 successfully promotes all aspects of children's welfare and development. Children are safe and well cared for in her nurturing, welcoming home. Good quality relationships with parents help to provide consistency in children's care and development. Overall, the childminder is effective in identifying and planning to meet children's needs. Children make good progress in their learning, given their age, ability and starting points. The childminder thinks about the service she provides and identifies accurately where she needs to make improvements. She has not fully developed a system for documenting this.

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further?

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

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further?

 expand the assessments of children's progress, highlighting next steps for children to work towards in each of the six areas of learning and link these to practical play activities to help children reach their full potential  implement a system for documenting self-evaluation.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good understanding of her responsibility to safeguard children's welfare. She has thorough procedures in place in the event of a safeguarding concern. Policies and procedures are implemented effectively to maintain children's safety and good health, for example sickness, medication and accident policies. They are shared and agreed with parents. Thorough risk assessments are conducted of the setting and of the many outings the children enjoy. The home is clean and well organised and provides a stimulating play area, including a well-equipped play room. Children can independently access a wide This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 variety of good quality toys; this builds their confidence and sustains their interest. The childminder makes good use of the space available and resources are bright, suitable and attractively displayed.

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the early years provision

The childminder welcomes the opinions of parents as part of her evaluation and she continually strives to develop her practice. She makes sure she has detailed information about children's backgrounds and needs, to ensure they are identified and respected. The childminder effectively promotes equality and diversity through close partnership with parents. She is aware of children's cultural backgrounds and successfully achieves a shared approach to children's care. For example, all observations are shared with parents and they actively contribute their views, ideas and suggestions about their child's progress, and plans for ongoing development. In addition, the childminder keeps a daily record of the children's day which is shared with parents. Parents comment they are very happy with how well their child has settled and with the progress they have made. They highlight the noticeable improvement in children's language development and

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the early years provision

Currently children do not attend other settings, however, the childminder is aware of the need to work closely with other partners and providers where children have additional needs or attend more than one setting. She attends community groups and a wide range of outings. The childminder has made an impressive start to her childminding and she demonstrates a good capacity to improve. She is aware of her strengths and can identify the areas for future development, although she has not implemented a system for documenting her self-evaluation

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and outcomes for children

Children are secure and settled in the childminder's home. They show a strong sense of belonging, as they comfortably sit on the floor playing. They are effectively supported by the childminder who sits with them as they play. Children learn how to keep themselves safe when the childminder gestures to them and tells them to go slowly as they attempt to stand. They tentatively walk five steps, and on reaching the childminder they clap their hands at their achievement. Children enjoy the calm, nurturing, positive interaction with the childminder. They enjoy the praise and attention they receive. Children demonstrate they have a trusting relationship with the childminder, frequently showing affection and maintaining eye contact with her when they are unsure.

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and outcomes for children

Children are protected from the risk of cross infection, because they play in a clean environment where there are good hygiene routines in place. Children enjoy healthy home cooked meals and snacks. Drinks are available to them at all times, so they are able to help themselves when they are thirsty. Children play outside every day as part of a healthy lifestyle. They enjoy being in the park in the fresh air and feeding the ducks. They go to playgroups, where they also enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities. Children take part in a wide variety of activities and fun experiences that support their learning and help them make good progress This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 towards the early learning goals. The childminder makes a record of their achievement and plans activities that help them to build on their interests and skills. For example, when children show an interest in different textures the

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and outcomes for children

childminder extends this to increase the range of textures the children can experience. Beautiful photographs of the children at play are successfully used to support observations. The childminder is beginning to develop the links in her documentation, to identify how she is planning to help children achieve the next steps in their development.

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and outcomes for children

Children have a stimulating fun day, because they are occupied, secure and protected. They make good progress in their personal, social and emotional development, because the childminder prioritises this. For example, they have a settling-in period, so they become familiar with their environment and consistent routines and activities are in place. This increases their sense of belonging in the setting. Children find out about the world around them when the childminder takes them to different childcare settings and helps them be aware of their environment. Children explore in the sand and paint. They put their bare feet in the paint to make footprints. Children also benefit from a good range of modern technology toys, such as phones and programmable toys. The childminder listens carefully to children's emerging speech and supports their development well. Children mimic the sounds she makes. They press buttons on electronic toys and excitedly repeat

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and outcomes for children

the motion when they see the light flash. They become even more excited when a toy plays music when they press it and they bounce up and down in tune with the music. Children make their needs known, for example, they indicate when they want a particular toy. The childminder talks to the children about their family members to encourage their communication. They respond to this by smiling and holding the play phone to their ear as they recognise familiar names and words. This aids their progress in communication and helps them to develop good skills for the future. Children are happy, well occupied and enjoy a busy day. 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 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 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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