Mirza, Ayesha

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY425337 Inspection date 18/01/2012 Inspector Sheila Harrison

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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 was registered in 2011. She lives in Chigwell, Essex, with her husband and children aged 16, 10 and four years old. The ground floor of the property is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder is able to take and collect children from local schools and pre-schools. The family has no pets.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than two may be in the early years age range. There are currently two children attending who are within the Early Years Foundation Stage, all of whom attend on a part-time basis. The childminder also offers care to children aged over five years. She is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and children, who speak English as an additional language. She 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

The childminder provides a positive atmosphere with a welcoming environment. Children are happy, settled and making good progress in their learning and development. There are strong relationships with parents, who are clearly informed about their child's welfare and this helps meet the individual needs of each child. Children are safe and secure and benefit from the strong health and safety procedures. The self-assessment process is in the early stages of development and the childminder is keen to improve her practice. Key priorities for development are purposefully targeted.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further self-evaluation systems to continually assess all aspects of the provision.

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the early years provision

Children's welfare is well managed due to the childminder's genuine commitment to safeguard children and a good understanding of the known indicators of child abuse. The childminder completes comprehensive records for the safe and efficient management of the early years provision. Children are cared for in a secure environment with hazards thoroughly recognised and minimised and this supports their safety. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder has developed a strong and effective relationship with the parents and there is a good two-way flow of information, knowledge and expertise. She ensures that the needs of all children are met and parents are well-informed. Children's achievements are confirmed through a daily diary and frequent verbal discussions. The childminder has completed all the required training and has a plan to address future training needs. However, she has not fully implemented a self-

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the early years provision

evaluation system to review the setting against challenging quality criteria that will improve the quality of the provision for all children.

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the early years provision

The childminder provides a welcoming and supportive environment. Children's learning is well maintained as she gives them ample individual attention. There is a plentiful range of good quality and age-appropriate toys that are within easy reach for children to choose from.

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the early years provision

The childminder develops an inclusive ethos where each child's individual and group identities are nurtured. Each child's home language is used in their play and learning. For example, the childminder learns words in the child's home languages that she is unfamiliar with and uses her fluent English and Urdu capabilities. This ensures children are very well integrated. She is developing a secure knowledge of children's individual needs, interests and their families. The childminder has not yet cared for any children who also attend other early years provision or have special educational needs and/or disabilities. However, she has a sound understanding of the importance of partnership working to support children's continuity of care.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder effectively promotes children's learning and development. She undertakes regular, sensitive observations and accurate assessments of the child's development. She plans for the next steps in the children's development making use of information within the Early Years Foundation Stage. She uses the children's interests to plan future experiences. An interest in rhymes gives valuable opportunities for them to link language to physical movement. Children enjoy wearing dressing-up clothes and this helps them settle and to communicate their feelings.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder's calm approach and warm and playful interactions motivate young children well and help them to make progress. They laugh and show delight as they count the bricks while they are building a tower. Children's emerging language is very well supported through the childminder's closeness and attentiveness. They enjoy books together turning the pages and confidently talking about the characters. The childminder sensitively models correct pronunciation. Children are developing the behaviours appropriate to encourage learning. The shape sorters and electronic toys help the children to concentrate and the childminder uses appropriate praise for success. They learn the house rules and help to tidy away the toys. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children are learning about their community as they make frequent visits to the local park and library. They greatly enjoy a bus ride. They are learning to respect

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and outcomes for children

others as their festivals and those of their friends are acknowledged. They watch their favourite television programmes to extend their understanding of the world around them.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder is effective in supporting their good health and well-being. Children enjoy healthy and nutritious meals and snacks each day, which offer variety and choice. Children's dietary needs and preferences are well known by the childminder, who ensures that these are strictly adhered to. Parents can choose to provide the meals for the children if they wish. Children are learning about healthy eating and are encouraged to try new tastes and to use cutlery successfully during a planned activity of making a fruit salad. Parents are well informed of the childminder's procedures. Children are taught to be safety conscious as they participate in the emergency evacuation plans. They move around the house carefully and are reminded of the reason for not climbing on the furniture. 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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