Braddick, Pauline

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY422976 Inspection date 20/09/2011 Inspector Samantha Smith

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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 2011. She lives with her husband and two children aged 18 and 15 years in Enfield Chase in the London Borough of Enfield. The family has a cat and two dogs as pets. The whole of the ground floor will be used for childminding and there is an enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the Compulsory and Voluntary parts of the Childcare Register to care for four children under eight years at any one time. There are currently six children on roll, four are in the early years age range and attend various sessions throughout the week. The childminder provides care for children all year round.

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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 provides a secure, welcoming and caring homely environment, where children's individual care needs are well known and supported. The childminder effectively engages with parents, resulting in a good two way flow of information. She is aware of the benefits of developing effective partnerships with other professionals, although she is yet to form such links with other provisions that children attend. Planning and observation on children takes place, although there is room for further development. Self-evaluation is in its infancy and is not yet fully developed to identify and focus on all areas where development is best targeted.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the use of observations and assessment to consistantly identify children's next developmental steps and reflect their progress over time  develop partnerships with other settings that children attend to enhance their learning expriences.  develop further self evaluation systems in order to identify strengths and priorities for development.

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the early years provision

The required documentation is in place for the safe and efficient management of the setting. The childminder supervises children vigilantly and she maintains the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 required records relating to risk assessment of the home and on outings. Records are reviewed and appropriate action is taken if the need should arise. The childminder understands issues relating to child protection, her responsibilities and the procedures to follow if an allegation is made against her or members of her household.

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the early years provision

The childminder has created a welcoming and child friendly designated playroom. The available space is well organised and creatively presented. This provides a stimulating and interesting environment where children are encouraged to investigate and explore at their own leisure. For example, toys and resources are stored at low level, making them easily accessible. The colourful child size furniture provides a comfortable place for them to sit and engage in activities. The cosy book area encourages children's interest in books, and the outdoor play area has been redeveloped to provide a safe space for children to play. Different cultures and abilities are reflected in the range of resources provided and the childminder demonstrates a positive attitude to promoting equality and diversity in her practice.

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the early years provision

The childminder provides a good range of play experiences that encourage children's learning and development well. She plans a range of home based play and makes good use of local facilities, such as, the children centre and library visits to compliment the experiences provided for children. Sensitive observations are recorded to provide a picture of the progress children are making. Although the next steps in children's learning are identified, observations are not yet extended to revisit these to see whether they have been achieved or reached.

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the early years provision

Good relationships are built with parents which results in clear two way communication. Information is being shared well, both verbally and in written form through children's daily diaries. Information is obtained about children's individual routines at the beginning of a child's placement, enabling the childminder to follow familiar routines from the children's home. This helps children to settle well and feel secure.

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the early years provision

The childminder is aware of the benefits of developing effective partnerships with other Early Years providers that children attend, although she has yet to establish such links. The childminder has begun to evaluate her practice. However, this is not yet fully developed; it is not used to illustrate what is going well or target future improvements.

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and outcomes for children

Children appear confident and happy in the childminder's care. They benefit greatly from warm and affectionate interactions with the childminder. This helps them settle quickly, feel valued, and gain a sense of belonging in the childminder's home. They demonstrate they feel safe and secure in the childminder's care as they confidently move around her home and garden, freely accessing the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 resources available. They communicate their needs effectively to childminder, who responds well and supports them appropriately.

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and outcomes for children

Children are appropriately supported in developing key skills that they will use in the future through the range of activities and planned social experiences provided. They are well behaved and respond well to the childminder's requests. They enjoy a good balance of home based play, and they are increasing in confidence as they learn to socialise in larger groups of their peers, through regular visits to local toddler groups. They are becoming aware of the wider world through the range of resources made available daily, such as, books and dolls that reflect diversity. Information gathered from parents is used by the childminder to support children's individual needs. Their interest in the natural world is fostered through visits to local parks and other outdoor spaces, where they enjoy opportunities to explore nature. They are also beginning to gain their confidence with animals through visits to the wildlife parks and as they interact with the childminder pets.

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and outcomes for children

Children's language is encouraged through the positive interactions that they share with the childminder. She constantly talks to children about what she and they are doing and she encourages children to vocalise their needs, and she listens well. A good range of books are made freely available for children to access independently and there are basic writing materials made available. Children enjoy opportunities for role play and have fun and they become different characters as use they use the dressing up clothes provided. They are encouraged to be creative as they engage in various arts and crafts activities and they show off their imaginative as they take part in musical movement sessions with the childminder.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy regular opportunities for outdoor play and exercise, for example, they play in the childminder's garden and use the equipment available. Children are gaining an awareness of safety, through gentle reminders from the childminder as they play, and through the colourful visual reminders displayed throughout the home. Whilst engaged in small world play they can be heard talking about road safety with the childminder and when walking carefully up the stairs to the bathroom, they talk about holding onto the banisters. Children have opportunities to learn about keeping themselves healthy as they become familiar with the daily routine and are learning the follow good hygiene practices, such as regular hand washing at appropriate times throughout the day. Children enjoy healthy meals and snacks provided by the childminder. Their physical wellbeing is promoted by the childminder, as she encourages them to be active or to rest according to their

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and outcomes for children

needs. 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 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 2 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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