Childminder in Lambeth

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY216432 Inspection date 19/10/2011 Inspector Lorna Hall

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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 has been registered since April 2002. She lives with her adult child and teenager in the London Borough of Lambeth. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register, as well as the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. A maximum of four children may be cared for at any one time. She is currently minding three children in the early years age group.

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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

Children make good progress in their learning and development because learning resources are of a very high quality. The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of how children learn. Children are confident, self-assured and enjoy their learning. Their health and safety is promoted well, overall. There is a strong emphasis on professional development and the childminder uses effective methods to review and reflect on her practice to secure continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve the risk assessment to cover anything with which a child may come into contact, such as low-level cupboards in the kitchen  improve children's understanding of healthy practices, and further minimise the spread of infection by showing them that the changing mat is cleaned after each use.

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the early years provision

Children are successfully safeguarded because the childminder has good knowledge and understanding about safeguarding issues. The written policy has all the required information and the childminder liaises with other childcare agencies as required. All the records required for the safe and efficient running of the provision are up-to-date and meets requirements. Risk assessments are effective overall, and include all outings, so children remain safe inside and in the community. However, although supervision is good at all times, one low-level This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 cupboard containing glass bottles does not have a safety lock.

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the early years provision

Highly effective partnerships with parents promote the children's welfare. There are extremely effective methods used to pass on information to parents. For example, there is a communication diary for parents to record information. The information parents provide about their children's capabilities are used extremely well to plan relevant and meaningful activities. Their views are sought and consistently acted upon through questionnaires. Parents are extremely happy with the care and education their children receive. The excellent level of trust between the childminder and parents means that they regularly seek her advice on child development issues.

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the early years provision

The childminder is committed to providing an inclusive environment for young children. There is a Braille alphabet and she uses sign language to ensure all the children are involved. This greatly promotes their self-esteem. There is strong emphasis on meeting children's individual needs. Therefore, children have equal access to learning resources, many of which effectively promote their understanding of diversity and differences.

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the early years provision

The childminder has significantly strong links with others delivering the Early Years Framework. For example, she regularly uses community resources such as the children's centre to enhance the service she provides. The childminder is passionate, enthusiastic and committed to her work and has strong links with the early years advisory team. Through the process of self- evaluation she reviews and reflects, seeking ways to further improve the high quality care and learning offered. The childminder demonstrates a strong capacity to drive improvement.

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the early years provision

The progress children make in their learning and development is attributed to the highly effective deployment of resources. The childminder uses a wealth of positive resources to promote respect for diversity. Learning resources are of a very high quality and suitable for the ages of children to support their learning and development effectively.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder provides a good variety of activities that enhance the children's understanding of the world around them, for example, going on visits to the local park. The children show high levels of enthusiasm in all the activities they choose. The children play harmoniously with each other, and are confident to initiate their own play. Learning resources are attractively organised so children can see at a glance what is available. Through carefully implementing the Early Years Foundation Stage framework the childminder enables all the children to be effectively challenged in their learning. They make good progress in communication, literacy, and numeracy and information technology helping them to develop good skills for the future.

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and outcomes for children

Observations and assessments accurately reflect children's progress and are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 consistently updated to clearly show how the childminder plans for the children's learning. The learning journals are supported with beautiful pictures of the children engaged in activities under all areas of learning. Parents are fully informed about their children's learning and how they can contribute. The high quality adult interaction and good organisation of routines help young children to gain a strong sense of security. In the home effective safety devices and fire detectors are fitted. The childminder seeks advice from appropriate agency to ensure these appliances conform to safety requirements. The environment is well-organised with good quality child-sized furniture such as a low level book shelf. This enables children to investigate and choose resources safely. Children learn about safety on outings in

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and outcomes for children

the local community. The childminder carries essential information and items with her on outings.

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and outcomes for children

Children show a good understanding of healthy eating and make healthy choices at meal times. They understand how their body works and ask for a drink. Although the children are young, the childminder enables them to be fully involved in hygiene routines. For example, they have individual flannels with their pictures on. Lots of colourful posters are displayed and through discussion children learn the importance of good hygiene and hand washing. However, the arrangements to clean the changing mat after use are not always consistent with the generally good standard of hygiene.

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and outcomes for children

Children are extremely well behaved and say 'please' and 'thank you' without prompts from adults. Children make a positive contribution because they have a voice and help make decisions about their care and play choices. Where possible the childminder carries out their wishes. They work harmoniously with their peers, and build strong relationships with the childminder and their friends. 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 1 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 1 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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