Childminder in Enfield

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY428698 Inspection date 26/01/2012 Inspector Julie Biddle

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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 adult son and daughter in the London Borough of Enfield. Children have access to a self-contained playroom and the bathroom. There is an enclosed garden for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children under eight years at any one time; of these, two may be in the early years age group. There are currently three children in the early years age group on roll. The childminder also cares for older children. She is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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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 settled and relaxed in the comfortable environment provided by the childminder. Policies and procedures generally underpin the childminder's work appropriately. However, she does not request all the required information from parents or encourage their involvement in children's learning very well. The childminder has a developing knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and generally, activities include all areas of learning. However, the childminder does not use her knowledge of the children effectively to plan their next steps in learning. The childminder displays appropriate awareness of self-evaluation and a sound commitment to take her service forward to 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?

 request written parental permission for the seeking of any necessary emergency medical advice or treatment (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare). 08/02/2012

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further?

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

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further?

 strengthen partnerships with parents by sharing information about their children's learning and development and so enabling them to extend their learning at home  develop the systems to observe and assess the children's learning to include children's next steps and challenges so they receive more support to help them progress. 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 has a suitable understanding of the correct procedures to follow should she have any safeguarding concerns about the children in her care. The childminder has undertaken written risk assessments covering potential hazards in the house, the garden and on outings. This ensures that children are safe and secure while in the childminder's care. Overall, the required documentation is in place, including written policies that the childminder shares with parents. However, the childminder does not request written permission from parents to seek emergency medical treatment or advice. This is a specific legal requirement.

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the early years provision

The childminder develops positive relationships with the children's parents. There are suitable systems in place to ensure a daily two-way flow of information through regular discussions. The childminder shares information about activities, meals and sleep routines. However, she does not regularly share information about the children's learning and development, so that parents can continue that learning at home. Links with other providers offering the Early Years Foundation Stage, such as the local school, are steadily developing. This is helping the childminder provide a consistent approach to caring for the children.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a willingness to improve. She has completed 'singing hands' training, for example. The course has developed an interest and enthusiasm of learning sign language to benefit children's communication skills. In addition, the childminder has applied to attend a safeguarding course to extend her knowledge. She is becoming aware of her strengths and areas for development through adequate self-evaluation. This reflects sufficient capacity to make continual improvements.

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the early years provision

The childminder has stared to complete observations of the children's achievements. However, she is not using this information very effectively to plan for the children's next steps in their development. Records show examples of the children's creative work with some written observations and photographs. This system is in its early stages and does not yet clearly track how the children are progressing in all areas of their learning. A suitable range of resources for the children is fully accessible, on open low-level shelving. This supports the children in making independent choices. The childminder is beginning to develop an environment that supports children in their understanding of the wider world. Children are starting to play with a good range of resources that promote their understanding of diversity. Posters on display reflect the languages of the local community, demonstrating the childminder's respect to others.

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and outcomes for children

The children feel safe and are comfortable in the childminder's care, because she provides a friendly environment where children learn through play. Children enjoy This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 a suitably varied range of activities that support them to grow and develop. The children learn about staying safe, for example, when on outings. They know how they need to hold onto the buggy when near busy roads. The childminder has shared a television programme about road safety with the children to enhance their understanding.

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and outcomes for children

The children are learning about adopting healthy lifestyles. They eat nutritious snacks such as fruit and drinks are available throughout the day so children do not become thirsty. In addition, they follow appropriate hygiene routines, such as hand washing, which prevents the risk of cross infection. Posters in the playroom reinforce how important this is. Children enjoy suitable opportunities for fresh air and exercise as they play in the garden. They develop their physical skills as they play in the park on the large apparatus, such as the slide. The children are well behaved and there are clear boundaries in place, which the children understand and respect. They are encouraged to play nicely together and share the toys by taking turns.

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and outcomes for children

The children develop their skills in communication and literacy by choosing from a range of age-appropriate books. They talk to the childminder who helps them extend their vocabulary. They have fun as they sing songs using actions and reminding the childminder when she forgets the words. The children are very proud of the books they have selected at the local library. They take pleasure in choosing a book for the childminder to read and sitting closely to her as to listen to a favourite story. Children enjoy opportunities to use mark-making equipment, such as pencils and paints. Children use their skills of imagination as they use play knifes to cut fruit, and vegetables. They decorate cakes with strawberries and laugh as the childminder pretends to eat the cake. Children develop appropriate numeracy skills as they play with resources, such as jigsaw puzzles, and shaped clock faces. Children are beginning to understand the concepts of numbers and

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and outcomes for children

size as they build towers with blocks. They are very pleased as they recognise numbers in the books they are reading. This demonstrates that children are developing positive attitudes to learning. 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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