Childminder in Lewisham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 128839 Inspection date 13/12/2011 Inspector Gillian Cubitt

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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 to care for children since 1990. She lives with her husband on the boarders of Bromley, close to the town centre. There are bus routes nearby and parking available outside the home. Minded children use three main rooms on the ground floor for play purposes. They also have free flow play to the rear garden.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time, no more than three of which may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding four children in this age group on a part time basis. She also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder holds a National Nursery Education Board qualification. She takes and collects children from local nurseries and schools. She attends regular childcare groups and organises a mother and toddler group each on Thursdays.

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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 feel secure and at ease with the childminder because she organises her home very well to meet their individual needs. They play in a safe environment but recording of medication does not meet with the welfare requirements. Children make good progress in the learning and development. This is supported by a good range of toys and activities together with the sound partnership with parents and other professionals. The childminder constantly evaluates her service to make continuous improvements to her provision that benefit the children in her care.

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further?

To meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 ensure prior written permission for each and every medicine from parents is obtained before any medication is given (Safeguarding and welfare) 06/01/2012

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the exchange of information with parents about how children are progressing by encouraging them to write comments on children's learning and development records. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

Children feel secure and at ease with the childminder because she organises her home very well to meet their individual needs. They play in a safe environment but recording of medication does not meet with the welfare requirements. Children make good progress in the learning and development. This is supported by a stimulating environment and the sound partnership with parents and other professionals. The childminder constantly evaluates her service to make continuous improvements to her provision that benefit the children in her care.

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the early years provision

The childminder ensures children are safe and protected by ensuring household members and assistants undergo the required checks. She promotes children's safety through her thorough risk assessments of her home as well as for different types of outings. The childminder has a good understanding of procedures to safeguard children. Her policies and methods of recording underpin her good practice. Methods of recording medication are in place and the childminder has a permission form for non-prescriptive medicines. However, she is not recording these appropriately on the days these are administered. This is a Welfare Requirement to support children's health.

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the early years provision

The childminder evaluates her service well using the Ofsted self-evaluation form. She uses her knowledge and many years of experience to provide good care for children whilst maintaining her level of training needs. She reviews the benefit of her activities and toys give to the children and she identifies areas for development. For example, by extending her resources that reflect diversity and disability she helps to develop children's awareness of others in the community. She verbally shares ideas with parents and seeks their views about children's needs and progress.

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the early years provision

The childminder's home is very organised to give children spacious rooms to play and rest. Toys are easily accessible which make children feel at home and develop their confidence and independence. Children learn about equality and diversity because the childminder actively promotes this, linking to the backgrounds of the children who attend. Children learn respect for others and introduces them to interesting aspects of cultural celebrations throughout the year.

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the early years provision

The childminder develops friendly, warm relationships with parents. Regular information is provided for parents about activities undertaken by the children; for example, through wall displays, photographs and examples of children's work. These are presented in an attractive folder showing their children's progress and learning. Frequent discussions take place to share children's progress but parents do not put their comments in writing which would enable the childminder to reflect upon and include in future planning. Parents receive full information about the childminder's service and the regulatory requirements. This information is displayed in her hall for parents to read. Many thank you cards show how much parents value the childminder's service. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children settle very well in the childminder's care because she works flexibly to meet their individual needs. Children become independent as they make choices of activities. They show understanding of safety especially when using tools such as scissors to cut out pictures for their collages. Children also learn about safety when going on outings. They know what is expected of them and behave well which ensures their safety. In the park they challenge their physical skills by ascending climbing walls. They listen to the guidance from the childminder on safety awareness as they carefully negotiate each move. Children participate in plenty of healthy physical activity and they learn how their bodies work. This helps them understand the benefits to their health of eating well and strengthening their bodies through exercise as well as knowing when they should rest. Children establish early personal hygiene awareness due to the good guidance of the

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and outcomes for children

Children move from room to room, playing happily with a variety of toys and resources. They make play dough shapes with cutters and create play meals such as sausages, chips and cakes. They count the sausages showing their early understanding of numbers and describe their cakes. Children problem solve regularly by building and constructing toys. The childminder recognises their pleasure as they begin to fit pieces together and gives them appropriate praise. Plans show how children's skills are extended by the childminder. She makes clear observations of what children do and notes her ideas to develop children's play by engaging them in making more complex constructions that link to their interests such as making a car.

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and outcomes for children

Children help themselves to books and begin to recognise stories and enjoy colouring pictures which include large letters. The childminder displays these on the wall which promotes children's self esteem. Children's communication is making good progress because the childminder notes what they say and repeats words that they are unsure of. Children enjoy rhymes and songs and these contribute to children's progress in clear pronunciation.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn about diversity through visiting many activity centres. They enjoy the weekly programme of visits which help children's overall confidence in making relationships with new children as well as enjoying playing with their existing friends. At home, children enjoy digging the garden to look for insects. The childminder extends this to help children discover what birds and animals live in the nearby park. Children explore different plants, trees and pond life. They look at the life cycle of a caterpillar and use paint to create butterfly pictures. The children proudly display these and later take them home to share with their parents. 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 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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Records to be kept, medicine administered) (Welfare of children being cared for) (Providing information to Ofsted) (Also applies to the Voluntary part of the Childcare Register) 06/01/2012

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Records to be kept, medicine administered) (Welfare of children being cared for) (Providing information to Ofsted) (Also applies to the Voluntary part of the Childcare Register) 16/12/2011

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