Childminder in Newham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY308379 Inspection date 17/10/2011 Inspector Shaheen Belai

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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 2005. She lives with her four children, two of adult age and a 15 and 10 year old. The premises are situated in the Custom House area, within the London Borough of Newham. The childminder lives in a maisonette situated above commercial properties, the premises has its own entrance. Children have access to the whole of the lower level of the premises and the bathroom facilities on the upper level. Access to the premises is via two flights of stairs.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children under eight years of age; of these two may be in the early years age range. The childminder currently has three children in the early years age range on roll, attending on a part-time basis. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register, the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association and her local childminding network 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 works with a sound awareness of children's individual needs and ensures that a range of appropriate learning and welfare needs are met. Children are happy and settled, because the childminder creates a safe environment, where children are valued as individuals. The childminder has an adequate understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework in relation to children's learning journies, although systems used for assessing children's development are not used effectively. Partnership with parents is in place to ensure the regular exchange of information, but links with other settings delivering the Early Years Foundations Stage are not fully developed. Improvements have been made since the last inspection, through training and through the development of resources. However, activities and resources for promoting positive images of disability are not sufficient.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the current observation, assessment and evaluation procedures using the Practice Guidance for the Early Years Foundation Stage criteria; use the information gained to support children's individual learning in relation to identifying their starting points and ongoing capabilities This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  extend on current range of resources and activities to promote positive images of disability  develop effective links with other settings the children attend where they deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage, to support continuity of learning and development.

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the early years provision

Children's welfare and safety is promoted appropriately. The childminder has a sound understanding of safeguarding procedures, through recent training and identifying her role in protecting children. Children receive high levels of supervision and adult attention, which contributes to their safety and welfare. Daily and periodic risk assessments are carried out of the premises, outings undertaken and when transporting children in the childminder's own car. In addition, documentation is maintained of household members' suitability checks, a record of visitors to the setting and parental written consents for seeking emergency medical treatment. All required documentation is in place to further contribute to children's safety, such as attendance records, the recording of accidents and details of any medication administered with parental consent.

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the early years provision

The childminder works closely with parents, developing a friendly yet professional partnership. Parents are provided with a full range of policies and procedures that the childminder has developed to reflect her practice to support children's welfare. She has begun to explore parent's views with the use of questionnaires, daily discussions at handovers, communicating by telephone during the day and also by visiting the parents in their home on a regular basis. Information on weekly activities and meals provided, are displayed. Parental feedback on the service they and their children receive is positive, reflecting on both the care and learning needs supported by the childminder. Links with other settings children attend that deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage have not been fully explored to further enhance continuity of learning and development.

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the early years provision

The childminder provides an inclusive service to all children and their families. She gathers relevant information to identify individual needs and provides for this accordingly. For example, she is aware of children who speak English as an additional language and supports them with her skills in being bilingual. The childminder promotes equality and diversity, with the acknowledgement of celebrating religious festivals at the community groups attended and through resources provided in the home setting. However, resources to support children's outlook of disability in a positive manner are limited. The childminder organises her setting well, she has a routine in place, which includes focused play at home and the use of a range of community groups to further extend children's experiences in learning.

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the early years provision

The childminder evaluates her practice through the use of the Ofsted self- evaluation form, feedback from parents and regular visits from her network coordinator. She attends training regularly to update her knowledge and understanding; this includes first aid, food hygiene, and health and safety. She has This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 recently started a long-term course to develop further knowledge of children's learning and development. These measures of reflective practice and exploring further training contribute to the effective maintenance of continual development of the provision. This promotes improved outcomes for children.

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and outcomes for children

Children have developed positive relationships with the childminder; they are happy on arrival and settle quickly into the play that is organised for them. Play materials are set out according to children's interests and what the childminder identifies to support children's learning. Children explore animals and construction play, as the childminder plays alongside them. They are encouraged to recognise names of animals and identify colours. Children initiate games of their own, which promote their problem-solving skills, such as sorting the tea set in specific colour groups. They are challenged as the childminder engages them to identify numbers as they handle toy money. Children enjoy imaginative play as they make tea or cook food using home corner resources. Children learn how to operate interactive resources, such the cash register and computer with suitable educational programmes. Early writing skills are supported, as children engage in free painting,

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and outcomes for children

free drawing and colouring activities. Older children are further supported as the childminder provides templates for them to learn to copy their name or identify different letters in their name. A range of books allow children to be supported with their language development and to be read to. Books with different textures also promote younger children's interest and support their sensory skills. Creative activities allow children to explore different textures and use tools to support developing physical skills. Children make collages, print with paint and help make dough to play with. Children explore tray puzzles and large floor puzzles, as part of learning to solve problems. Regular attendance at community groups, parks and children's gyms allow for children to explore a range of resources to promote their physical skills. Children visit the farm, seaside and are taken to swimming sessions. These excursions positively broaden children's skills, confidence and experiences.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder carries out regular brief observations, which are used to develop a learning profile for each child. These include samples of children's creative work and photographs. However, the systems currently used for assessing children's learning do not fully explore children's starting points when they are settled, do not clearly and consistently identify learning outcomes from the observations carried out, and do not always identify realistic next steps in children's learning journeys.

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and outcomes for children

Effective systems are in place for supporting children's health and well-being. They play, eat and rest in a clean environment. Children develop an understanding of supporting their own health through general routine practice and activities, such as hand washing before meals and cooking activities to promote their eating habits. Children receive meals and snacks in relation to their individual needs and hours of attendance. Children enjoy food that also reflects their own culture, supporting inclusion. The childminder explores with parents any individual medical, dietary and health needs. Space is organised in the play room for children to sleep, This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 according to their individual needs. Children behave well. They benefit from the praise and recognition provided by the childminder, for example, as they help clear away play materials or play nicely with other children. Gentle reminders and

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and outcomes for children

routines ensure children learn how to keep themselves safe, such as when sitting safely on the stool for meals or as they regularly practise emergency evacuation drills. 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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