Childminder in Barking and Dagenham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY233959 Inspection date 11/10/2011 Inspector Marilyn Peacock

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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 registered in 2003. She lives with her two children in a three bedroom house in Becontree, within the London borough of Barking and Dagenham. The premises are within easy walking distance of local schools, shops, parks and public transport. Childminding mainly takes place on the ground floor. A fully enclosed garden is available for outside 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.to care for a maximum of six children aged under eight years, three of which may be in the early years age group.The childminder also cares for children before and after school. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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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's welfare learning and development needs are met successfully. Children are making good progress on their individual learning journeys. The childminder makes sure she is on hand to offer children guidance and support when needed. Resources and equipment is easily accessible enabling children to make choices in their play. The childminder capacity to improve is good she is able to identity her successes and areas of improvement to better promote the outcomes for children. Good relationships are in place with parents and they are involved in most aspects of the childminder provision.

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further?

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

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further?

 introduce systems which include parents and children in the self evaluation process.

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the early years provision

Children are effectively protected from harm as the childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of child protection and safeguarding. The childminder is vigilant within the home and when outdoors with regard to the children's safety. Risk assessments of the home and for outings are regularly undertaken and reviewed, and all potential hazards have been identified and minimised. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Comprehensive policies, procedures and risk assessments are in place which underpins her good practice. A visitor's book is used to record all visitors during working hours and a small induction offered to any one visiting the home. Written fire evacuation procedures are in place which is practised regularly with the children. The childminder has appropriate contingency plans in place to ensure children are left with a suitable person in an emergency.

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the early years provision

The childminder recognises the importance of working closely with parents to ensure that children are securely settled and have a consistency of care. All necessary documentation is in place to support a professional relationship including prior consent to seek emergency medical advice or treatment. Parents are provided with written policies reflecting the childminder's ethos and the service provided at the beginning of the placement. They are welcomed into the home and kept well informed about their child's day through daily conversations. The childminder is aware of her responsibility to keep a log of complaints and has the appropriate forms available if required. All children's details are clearly completed and stored confidentially. The childminder is committed to promoting inclusive practice. She organises her resources so that children can make safe and independent choices in their play. The children learn about equality and diversity

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the early years provision

by sharing traditional days and festivals, and good resources that promote positive images are available to the children.

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the early years provision

The childminder is forming good links with the local pre-school and schools that minded children attend to help ensure the children's learning is supported and consistent. The childminder demonstrates a positive attitude towards continuous improvement and has made a good start at reflecting on her practice to identify strengths and any areas for improvement. However, self evaluation processes does not include the views of parents or children to provide a full picture of the service provided.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy their time with the childminder. She interacts with them in a calm friendly manner, offering children support and encouragement in a homely environment where they can relax and learn as they play. Children's independence and self esteem is well supported. They express their own ideas on what they want to do, and resources they wish to use. The childminder supports them by asking questions which encourages them to think and recall on previous learning. Children are making good progress across all areas of learning. They learn to keep themselves safe because they receive consistent messages on safety. Children are fully aware of the procedure to follow in an emergency as they practice these regularly. They are involved in the evaluation after to ensure they understand the importance of making a quick exit. Behaviour is good. Children are occupied and engaged in activities which interest them so behave well. Simple explanations on

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and outcomes for children

why some behaviour in unacceptable along with clear house rules ensure This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 consistency and offer children guidance.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder observes children closely, recording her observations and using the assessment of the children's achievements to make plans for the next steps on the children's learning journey. Children's problem-solving skills are developing well. Children concentrate well as they piece together complicated jigsaw puzzles. They build integrated models using pictures to guide them. They carefully sort out the shapes required to build the model of their choice, counting the pieces and correctly naming the shapes. Children's creativity is valued as they explore texture with crayons and chalks and make up stories using vehicles and dinosaurs. Children are developing their understanding with regard to good personal hygiene. They confidently wash their hands before eating meals and after using the toilet. Although most children bring their own packed lunch, they develop their understanding of healthy eating through discussions with the childminder while

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and outcomes for children

they help her to prepare snacks. 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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