Childminder in Brent

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY425499 Inspection date 04/10/2011 Inspector Caren Carpenter

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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 two young children in a two bedroom converted ground floor flat in the Wembley area, within the London Borough of Brent. The living/dining room and a bedroom are used for childminding. There is an enclosed garden for outdoor 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. There is currently one child in the early years age group on roll.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is available to take and collect children from local schools. She takes children to a local toddler group.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder offers a welcoming and inclusive environment to children and their families. Although children are provided with some play resources, these do not provide sufficient and exciting challenges to fully promote their learning experiences or awareness of diversity. The childminder is beginning to establish systems to identify children's progress and plan for their next steps, although these are not yet fully effective. Positive relationships with parents ensure that children's individual needs are catered for. Children are sufficiently safeguarded through risk assessment, although they are not familiar with the emergency evacuation procedure. The childminder has some awareness of her strengths and weaknesses and demonstrates a commitment to strengthen and develop the service she provides.

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further?

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

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further?

 practise regular evacuation drills to ensure that children become familiar with the fire evacuation procedure  develop further the use of observations to help plan the next steps for children's learning  ensure resources reflect the diversity of children and adults within and beyond the setting  provide further play resources that will challenge and engage the children This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and give them better opportunities to make progress towards the early learning goals

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the early years provision

Children are safeguarded because all household members are suitably vetted. The childminder has a secure knowledge of how to safeguard children in her care. She understands how to manage child protection concerns and has all the information in place to report any concerns and is familiar with the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures. The childminder carries out risk assessments and takes action to manage or eliminate risks, which ensures the welfare of the children and keeps them safe. However, she does not carry out regular fire drill practices to enable children to become familiar with the procedures for leaving the home quickly and safely, should the need arise.

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the early years provision

Self-evaluation is in the early stages and the childminder is beginning to reflect where improvements can be made in order to improve the children's play and learning experiences. Records, polices and procedures are in place and are shared with parents and all required written consents are in place. The childminder organises her home well and provides sufficient play resources, which enables children to make some independent choices safely.

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the early years provision

Children are valued and respected as individuals because the childminder has a positive attitude towards inclusive practice and works closely with parents to provide for children's care needs. Children who speak English as an additional language and are helped to value their own cultures and beliefs. However, children do not have access to play resources that reflect the wider world.

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the early years provision

Secure working relationships have been established between the childminder and parents. This helps to ensure continuity of care and to meet the needs of the children. The childminder communicates verbally with parents about their children's daily routines and about their developmental progress. Relevant information about each child's needs is obtained and recorded. The childminder is keen to develop links with other providers to ensure continuity of care and learning for the children.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy, secure and enjoy the quality time the childminder spends playing with them. The childminder has a developing knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She provides a suitable range of play resources to support children in making satisfactory progress in their learning and development. However, the play resources provided do not provide This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 children with sufficient challenges to fully engage them and support their learning effectively towards the early learning goals.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder helps children to enjoy their activities by being involved their play. For example, extending children's learning by encouraging them to talk about what they are making while playing with the play dough. Conversations between the childminder and the children encourage them to develop their communication and language skills and there is a small selection of books to help children develop an interest in reading. Children are developing their early writing skills and have access to writing materials such as, crayons, pencils and paper. Children are developing their problem-solving skills, for example, they complete simple jigsaw puzzles, build and construct and count up to five during their daily play. Children have fun as they make different sounds using home-made shakers containing dried pasta shells, lentils and rice.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder is developing the planning of activities for individual children using their starting points to build on what they already know to further enhance their learning and play experiences. The childminder is beginning to observe and record children's achievements. However, observations do not sufficiently identify the next steps for children's learning to ensure their progression towards the early learning goals.

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and outcomes for children

Children are encouraged to follow good hygiene practices. They learn why they must wash their hands before eating. Related policies and procedures are used effectively. For example, the childminder understands well the action to be taken regarding the care of a sick child, the administration of medication and accident management. Parents provide their children's meals and snacks ensuring dietary needs are met. The childminder provides fresh fruits daily along with regular drinks to ensure that they are suitably refreshed throughout the day. Children have opportunities to enjoy fresh air and exercise. For example, they play in the garden, promoting their health and well-being. Children's knowledge about personal safety is encouraged through discussions with the childminder about the importance of following road safety rules. Children's growing confidence is supported because the childminder provides a caring environment. She states that she offers the children

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and outcomes for children

praise and encouragement, which helps them gain confidence and self-esteem and helps them develop appropriate behaviour. 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 3 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 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 3 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 3

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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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