Childminder in Newham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY340848 Inspection date 09/12/2011 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 2006. She lives with her husband, and their two adult sons in Manor Park, within the London borough of Newham. The whole of the ground floor except the lean-to is used for childminding.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years of age; of these, three may be in the early years age range. The childminder currently has one child in the early years age range on roll, attending full-time. She also cares for older children. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register, the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is also registered to work with an assistant.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder takes and collects children from the local schools and goes to several under fives groups regularly. She is a member of her local childminding network group.

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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 are happy, secure and are making effective progress in their learning. They are provided with a broad range of learning experiences, organised generally well by the childminder. The childminder has developed secure relationships with parents. There are good systems for sharing information about the children's needs and progress. A full range of policies, procedures and documentation contribute generally to children's overall welfare. The childminder provides an inclusive service. She meets each child's individual needs well. The childminder is making positive use of self-evaluation to improve outcomes for children. This is supported with regular attendance at training courses, obtaining a relevant childcare qualification and taking positive steps to meet previous recommendations.

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further?

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

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further?

 update the record of risk assessment to include assessment of all outings or trips  plan a welcoming environment that promotes independent access to books. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

Children benefit from the childminder's commitment to safeguarding. Effective policies are in place. These ensure that the correct procedures are followed in the event of a child protection concern. Furthermore, the childminder has updated her safeguarding knowledge through training. The childminder has developed a range of policies and procedures which reflect her practice and provides parents with useful information about her service. The home is regularly risk assessed so that children can play independently and safely. A clear evacuation plan and procedure is shared with parents and the children are included when practising this drill each month with the childminder. Children's safety on outings is promoted as most outings are risk assessed. However, they have not been amended to cover regular outings undertaken, such as to local schools or the park. Due to the thorough supervision by the childminder, this does not have a significant impact on

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the early years provision

children's safety. All required documentation is in place to contribute to children's overall welfare. The childminder is trained in current first aid and food hygiene. This contributes to children's health.

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the early years provision

Strong partnerships have been developed with parents. Good communication systems include regular discussions about their children's development, the sharing of children's developmental profiles and the introduction of parental questionnaires to explore feedback on the service they receive. This ensures that both parents and the childminder are updated with information about children's progress. The childminder demonstrates a positive attitude to developing relationships with other professionals, such as staff in settings that children may attend, who also deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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the early years provision

The childminder provides children with a broad range of play resources to promote their development. The premises are organised well to meet the individual needs of children, such as a safe area to sleep in. The childminder works with an assistant. They promote themselves as positive role models as they work well as a team. The childminder is committed to providing an inclusive service. She has good information about children's backgrounds which help her to support their individual needs. Children are developing a positive awareness of people who are different from themselves. They are provided with a good range of resources that promote diversity and they celebrate a range of religious and cultural festivals.

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the early years provision

The childminder has begun to evaluate her service. She demonstrates a positive commitment to improving outcomes for children. Furthermore, all recommendations from her last inspection have been met. One area she plans to develop is providing children with access to a computer. This is in order to further promote their skills in operating resources for information technology. The childminder has strived to promote her knowledge and skills and further promote outcomes for children. For example, she has gained a level 3 qualification and has attended a wide range of courses in childcare. She is also an active member of her local childminding network group. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has developed very good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She is confident in using effective systems to record children's progress towards the early learning goals. She uses written observations, identifies learning outcomes and includes examples of children's creative work. She shares children's profiles with parents which helps them to be involved in their child's learning and development.

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and outcomes for children

Children receive good levels of support and interaction from the childminder and her assistant. This promotes the trusting, close relationships the children have developed with their carers. They enjoy their time here as they take part in a good selection of adult-led and self-initiated activities. They welcome the childminder to be their play partner and enjoy the challenges the childminder offers, such as building towers or completing puzzles together. They enjoy lots of opportunities to develop their language skills. They share experiences with the childminder and answer questions raised by the childminder to check their learning. The childminder offers support with new vocabulary, as she describes size and encourages children to describe textures as they help make the play dough. A range of posters offer support for children's early reading skills. The regular use of the local library contributes to children receiving a range of books within the

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and outcomes for children

setting. However, the current organisation of books within the setting does not offer children immediate access to books to promote their independence. The childminder plans focused activities well, for example children make their own play dough. They are familiar with the ingredients and are able to follow instructions well from the childminder, with little help from her. They use a range of tools for creating shapes, roll out the dough and make patterns using a potato masher. Children also participate in cooking activities to make chapattis and grow coriander seeds in a pot. They concentrate well during their activities and persevere as they face challenges, such as completing puzzles or as they fill containers with sand. Children have daily opportunities to visit a range of under fives groups and venues. They have begun to make friends and also visit other childminders in their homes. Furthermore, books and resources at the setting are used to promote diversity and

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and outcomes for children

valuing others. Children participate in a range of creative activities. They explore different textures, explore natural resources and are now experiencing the childminder's newly developed sensory resources. For example, they enjoy exploring with torches in dark.

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and outcomes for children

Children's good behaviour is encouraged. The childminder praises them and uses positive encouragement throughout the day. Children are encouraged to share their ideas for play and help set out and clear away. This promotes their sense of belonging. Children's work is displayed well and this promotes their achievements in their development. Children are learning the importance of safe behaviour when they go on outings. The childminder promotes discussions and practise in road safety measures. Children are included in monthly emergency evacuation drills and a detailed record is maintained of all visitors to the setting. Children are developing an understanding of healthy living. They enjoy daily outings to a good range of local facilities. This is to ensure that they have daily opportunities to access This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 physical play resources and fresh air. Their good health is supported. The

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and outcomes for children

childminder follows parents' guidance regarding their dietary needs and promotes dental care after main meals. Children are strongly included in selecting their own choices of fruit, help wash the fruit and serve themselves. This promotes healthy eating. 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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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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