Childminder in Bromley

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY259190 Inspection date 13/10/2011 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 2003. She lives with her husband and two adult children. The family lives in a four bedroom house in a residential area of West Wickham. The downstairs of the house is used for childminding. A garden is available 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 is registered to care for six children under eight years old, three of whom can be in the early years age group. There are currently three children under eight on roll, two of whom are in the early years age range. The childminder also cares for children over eight years old.

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Description of the childminding

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

The childminder offers a welcoming, inclusive environment where children feel safe and secure. Most records are in place and are well organised. The childminder has good relationships with parents, which helps ensure children's individual needs are met. Children make good progress in their learning overall, given their age, ability and starting points. The childminder is committed to providing a good quality service for children and their parents, and strives towards continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 keep a record of regular evacuation drills in a fire log book, including details of any problems encountered and how they were resolved  improve systems for assessment and planning by using observations of children to identify their next steps and plan relevant learning experiences .

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the early years provision

Children's welfare is effectively safeguarded. The childminder has a clear understanding of her responsibility towards the children in her care, and she knows what steps to take if she has concerns about a child. The majority of the records that support children's health, safety and wellbeing is in place. The childminder conducts careful risk assessments of her home so that children can play safely and practises the fire drill regularly. However, a log of these drills is not This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 currently in place. The home is well organised to meet children's needs. There is space to play and children can easily choose from a variety of good quality resources that are suitable for their age and needs. The childminder works closely with parents to make sure she has a thorough understanding of each child's background and needs. She adapts care where needed, for instance to meet

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the early years provision

individual dietary or health needs, so that equality and diversity are successfully promoted. Parents are happy with the care provided. They are kept well informed about the provision through verbal discussions when they collect their child each day. They also have access to a range of policies and procedures, which provide useful information about the setting. The childminder shares information with other providers where children attend more than one early years setting, so that they experience continuity in learning. The childminder makes sure she keeps up to date and improves her setting by discussing issues with other childminders and making good use of local training opportunities. Actions taken are well chosen to improve outcomes for children, such as improving risk assessments or updating resources.

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and outcomes for children

Children show a strong sense of belonging as they move confidently and safely around the home and help themselves to toys and play materials. They have good relationships with the childminder, who is warm and attentive to their needs. Children learn to keep themselves safe when they remember to sit carefully on their chair or know that they have to wait for the green man to light up before they cross the road. They adopt simple good hygiene routines when they independently wash their hands when they are sticky with glue and before they eat. They benefit from nutritious home-cooked meals and snacks and are eager to choose some grapes from a selection of fresh fruit at snack time. Children play outside every day as part of a healthy lifestyle. They enjoy running around in the fresh air or practising their physical skills when they use the large play equipment in the park.

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and outcomes for children

Children take part in a wide variety of activities and experiences that help them make good progress in their learning. They benefit from daily outings and have fun socialising at a toddler group or choosing books at the library. Children are keen to join in conversations and express their ideas, and enjoy cuddling up for a story. They solve simple problems when they work out how to fit the train track together to make the shape they want, or when they find the correct piece for their puzzle. They learn about the world around them when they collect fallen leaves from the garden, and then use their imagination to create a leaf picture with sticky tape and paper. The childminder knows children well and plans activities around their interests and needs. She makes observations of their achievements, but does not yet consistently use these to identify next steps for children's learning and track their progress towards the early learning goals. Children benefit from a familiar

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and outcomes for children

routine that helps them feel secure. They are well occupied and stimulated throughout the day and enjoy their time at the setting. 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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