Childminder in Croydon

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY241555 Inspection date 21/02/2012 Inspector Denys Rasmussen

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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

Children only attend this setting before and/or after the school day and/or during the school holidays. The judgements in this report reflect the quality of early years provision offered to children during those periods.

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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

There were no children on roll when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children on roll, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states if the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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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 since 2003. She lives with her seven-year-old child in a ground floor maisonette in a residential area of Broad green in the London Borough of Croydon. Situated close to local shops, public transport and parks. The whole of the property is used for childminding. There is an enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder is an approved member of the Broad Green Childminding Network. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children aged under eight years and of these, three may be in the early years age group. Currently there are no children on roll in the early years age range. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The enthusiastic and motivated childminder demonstrates through discussion and documentation her good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements. She makes it her top priority to safeguard children and has attended training to reinforce her knowledge. The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of the action she would take if she had any safeguarding concerns. She has risk assessments in place for both indoors and outside to enable her to maintain a safe play environment. She demonstrates clearly how to encourage children to become aware of keeping themselves safe. She describes realistic house rules, teaching road safety and gradually supporting children to risk assess for themselves. The childminder has a current first aid certificate.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Resources are of a good quality and available for the children to access easily. She has a broad range of play resources covering all areas of learning. The childminder has implemented the recommendations from the last inspection by installing a secure fence in the garden and replenishing the contents of the first aid box. She demonstrates a good understanding of the need to evaluate her service to enable her to continually improve her practice. The childminder recognises the importance of equality and diversity. She described using sign language to support communication skills and attending training to understand different learning styles. The childminder understands the importance of planning activities and experiences that interest children and meet their individual needs. She recognises how the use of observation and assessment will enable her to do this. The childminder has a sound understanding of the ways in which children develop and learn. She

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

describes a variety of stimulating activities and experiences to support their progress towards the early learning goals.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder describes promoting good health and hygiene by keeping all areas of her home clean. She stated that children need individual face cloths, towels and bedding to reduce cross-contamination. Good hygiene habits are encouraged by pictures displayed in the wash area to remind children to wash their hands. Her comprehensive sick child policy reduces the risk of the spread of infection. She understands the importance of regular physical exercise and providing children with healthy meals to promote healthy lifestyles. The childminder is fully aware of This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 the benefits of working in partnership with parents and others. She describes suitable arrangements for keeping parents well informed about their children's achievements and sharing information with other settings. She has an informative portfolio to share all aspects of her service with parents.

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Compliance with registration requirements

The registered person continues 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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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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