Mirza, Ferdous

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY425742 Inspection date 17/11/2011 Inspector Lynn Palumbo

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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 three children in the London Borough of Hackney, within easy walking distance of shops, parks, nurseries and schools. The whole of the ground and first floors of the home are used for childminding. Toilet facilities are situated on the first floor 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 and the compulsory part of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of three children under eight at any one time. There are currently two children on roll, both of whom are in the early years age group and they attend at different times of the week. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association. She walks to local nurseries and schools to take and collect children.

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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 promotes a safe learning environment and children are settled and secure. Children are making good progress in their learning and development and, overall, their care needs are met well. Effective partnerships with parents ensure they are informed about their children's learning. However, a two-way flow of information with other early years providers has not been fully established. The childminder is motivated, has ambition and a clear vision for the service she offers children. She takes positive steps to improve outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 establish a two-way flow of information with other early years providers to ensure a shared approach to children's learning and development is fully achieved  support children's growing independence, with particular regard to making drinking water more easily accessible.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding children and promoting their safety. She has a comprehensive knowledge of the procedures to report any child protection concerns. Effective vetting procedures ensure all adults living at the premises are suitable to have contact with children. The childminder makes This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 robust risk assessments to minimize hazards while children play in the home. She also risk assesses potential hazards while travelling to places in the community. This further protects children's safety.

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the early years provision

The childminder is fully aware of the strengths and aspects of her practice that require improvement. For example, she has plans to buy more resources for children to explore natural materials. The childminder demonstrates her proactive commitment to continual improvements, for example, she plans to continue her professional development.

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the early years provision

The childminder displays an attractive range of good quality toys, which are suitable for the age and stage of the children. Positive images of diversity are also accessible, for example, small world figures, posters and books. Children also visit places of worship within the community. The childminder actively promotes equality and diversity, for example, she has a good knowledge of children's needs and backgrounds. She takes positive steps to challenge unfair discrimination. This ensures children and families feel valued and gain a sense of belonging.

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the early years provision

The childminder is caring for children who attend other providers delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage. Although the childminder has made attempts to establish a relationship this is not fully effective in supporting all areas of children's achievements. The childminder has highly positive relationships with parents, ensuring they are fully involved with their children's learning and development. Parents are involved in contributing photographs and information about their children's learning in profiles. This supports the clear communication and enhances outcomes for children.

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and outcomes for children

Babies make good progress towards the early learning goals. The childminder has a good knowledge of the learning and development and welfare requirements. Well planned activities, which are based on accurate observations and assessment, meet the babies' needs. They are inquisitive learners who initiate play, making their own choices and reaching out for toys. They enjoy the interaction with the childminder, jumping in excitement when different activities are presented. They greatly enjoy their time with the childminder. They have a close bond, responding positively with smile and bouncing up and down when excited.

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and outcomes for children

Babies' communication skills are developing well. For example, they gurgle and copy the childminder's facial expressions. They are curious, investigating resources of different textures and mouthing to ease their teething. They enjoy making tunes with a wide range of musical instruments, shaking and drumming. They explore technology, pressing, pushing and pulling levers. They become very engaged, concentrating on the different light effects on balls. They are gaining an understanding of difference as they socialise with children from various cultures and the childminder talks to them about different people in books. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Babies are confident and feel safe to take risks. For example, they reach out to the childminder from a distance. The childminder has established a good routine which makes the babies feel more safe, content and secure. They are comforted as they

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and outcomes for children

sleep in a suitably prepared area. Babies practise the fire evacuation with the childminder's children. They are developing a good understanding of personal hygiene. For example, they hold their hands out to be wiped. They thrive on a healthy diet, such as pureed vegetables and fruit and they thoroughly enjoy their warm bottle of milk. However, water is not easily accessible which does not support their growing independence. Babies are developing physical skills as they begin to crawl, stand and confidently shuffle. 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 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 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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