Childminder in Enfield

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY337551 Inspection date 17/01/2012 Inspector Samantha Smith

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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 three children near Bush Hill Park in London Borough of Enfield. The whole of the ground floor of the home is used for childminding and there is an enclosed garden for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She may care for a maximum of four children under eight years at any one time. There are currently four children on roll; and of these, two are in the early years age group. The childminder also provides care for older children before and after school. She supports children who have English as an additional language.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are happy, well settled and their needs are generally well met. The childminder uses her knowledge to support children in making steady progress in their learning and development. However, she does not always manage children's behaviour appropriately or use observations of their development effectively. The childminder demonstrates a suitable understanding of partnership working by establishing positive relationships with parents. She shows a positive attitude towards improving her practice, although she does not use self-evaluation effectively. She has a sound capacity overall to maintain continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop children's understanding of what is right and wrong by offering them explanations appropriate to their stage of development  improve the use of observation and assessments of children's learning to clearly plan and follow through with activities to support their development  improve communication with parents about children's progress so they can share in their children's learning  improve systems for monitoring and evaluating practice to highlight strengths and identify priorities for development that will improve the quality of provision for all children. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

The childminder manages her setting appropriately and safeguarding arrangements are generally robust. The required records, policies and procedures are in place and implemented appropriately. The childminder takes suitable steps to minimise hazards to children in the home. She keeps records of risk assessments that include all aspects of the home and garden. She also completes appropriate risk assessments for outings, demonstrating her understanding of keeping children safe whilst on trips. There are sound systems in place to manage the administration of medication and for dealing with accidents to children. The childminder maintains suitable records of these procedures.

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the early years provision

The childminder uses the local children's centre and toddler groups to compliment the experiences she provides for children. The home environment provides a sufficient space to play. Resources are suitably organised to enable children to make some choices about their play. The childminder demonstrates a sound awareness of equality and diversity issues, which she uses to support children's understanding of difference. She provides a selection of resources that depict positive images of diversity and menus represent different cultures. Some of the children currently attending come from similar cultural backgrounds as the childminder. She supports this by providing them with opportunities to communicate in both their home language and in English.

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the early years provision

Partnerships with parents are sound. The childminder obtains the required information from parents and contracts and written agreements are in place. Although there is some form of communication between them, this is not used well to support children's learning needs. There are currently no children on roll who attend other settings or need support from other agencies. However, the childminder is aware of the need to work in partnership with any other settings if the need arises. The childminder builds supportive and positive relationships with her local authority development worker and other local childminders in order to develop her practice. Overall, the childminder's capacity to improve is sound. She addressed recommendations from the last inspection and she acknowledges that there is still room for further improvement. However, she has yet to introduce an effective system to evaluate her practice thoroughly.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and settled in this warm and welcoming environment. They have access to a suitable range of resources and engage in experiences that encourage their learning and development in different areas. Children explore early mark making, using basic tools such as paper and pencils. Children are encouraged to develop an interest in books as they gain free access to the suitable selection of books available. Children develop their creativity through activities such as painting, making collages and role play. Children's early social skills are developing This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 through various visits to playgroups and the library, where they enjoy opportunities to mix and play with other children. They enjoy regular opportunities to engage in physical activities both indoors and outside. They access the garden and enjoy regular visits to the park, where they use the large apparatus to support

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and outcomes for children

their physical development. Children's gain a suitable awareness of others through a basic selection of resources and experiences. While rolling out dough, for example, children tell the childminder that they are making chapattis.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a sound understanding of her role in supporting children's learning and development. She demonstrates that she knows children well. She carries out regular observations and identifies the next steps of learning, which generally focus on supporting them to make progress. However, it is not always clear if the next steps are followed through in future plans or whether these have been achieved. Furthermore, there are no systems to encourage parents to become involved in their child's learning.

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and outcomes for children

In the most part, children are well behaved and respond appropriately to the childminder's requests. However, the childminder does not provide appropriate explanations to enable children to gain an understanding of how their behaviour may affect others. Appropriate routines are in place to promote children's well- being and support them in developing healthy lifestyles. They are encouraged to wash their hands at appropriate times throughout the day. Drinks are regularly available and food is sufficiently nutritious. Children are learning about keeping themselves safe as they participate in regular emergency evacuation practices. 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 3 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 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 3

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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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