Childminder in Croydon

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY292346 Inspection date 06/03/2012 Inspector Rebecca Khabbazi

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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 2005. She lives with her partner and two children, aged one and three years old. The family live in a two bedroom first floor conversion flat, in a residential area of Croydon. The premises are accessed by stairs. The whole of the flat is used for childminding. A garden is available 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 is registered to care for two children under eight years old, one of whom can be in the early years age group. There is currently one child under eight on roll, who is in the early years age range.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder has a relevant childcare qualification.

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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 offers a welcoming, inclusive family home where children are safe and well cared for. Good relationships with parents ensure that the childminder knows children well and effectively meets their individual needs. Children make good progress in their learning overall, given their age, ability and starting points. The childminder has a strong commitment to continual improvement and regularly reflects on the service she provides, in order to identify priorities for future development.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the use of the garden, in order to provide a wide range of interesting outdoor experiences for children across all areas of learning.

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the early years provision

Children's welfare is effectively safeguarded. The childminder has a clear understanding of her responsibilities towards the children in her care. She completes relevant training and knows what to do if she has concerns about a child. The childminder makes sure that all relevant documentation that promotes children's health, safety and wellbeing is in place and is kept up to date. She conducts careful risk assessments of the home and makes sure appropriate This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 precautions are in place so that children can play safely. The childminder's home is well organised to meet children's needs. Children have space to play and can easily help themselves to a wide variety of good quality resources and play materials that are suitable for their age and stage of development.

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the early years provision

The childminder works closely with parents to make sure that she has a comprehensive understanding of each child's background and needs. She plans the day to ensure that children's individual needs are effectively met, such as respecting their routines for mealtimes and sleep. She adapts activities as appropriate so that all children can take part. For instance, when the children make play dough older children complete more complex tasks such as measuring, while younger children help mix the ingredients. This helps ensure that equality and diversity are effectively promoted. Parents are kept well informed through discussions, a daily diary and emails as appropriate. Although children on roll do not attend any other early years settings at present, the childminder is aware of the need to work in close partnership with other providers or professionals where required. The childminder shows a strong commitment to continual development.

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the early years provision

She makes good use of local authority support as well as links with other childminders to keep up-to-date and to evaluate her provision. She reviews her practice and takes well targeted steps to improve the setting; for instance, by updating paperwork so that all agreements with parents are clear, or by increasing resources.

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and outcomes for children

Children settle quickly in the childminder's care. They show a strong sense of belonging and grow in independence as they confidently move around the home and choose their own toys and play materials. They learn to keep themselves safe when they remember to sit carefully on their chair, learn to be careful with the play dough knife so that it doesn't hurt anybody, and take part in fire drills. Children develop a good understanding of healthy lifestyles. They adopt good hygiene routines, remembering to take off their shoes indoors and washing their hands before they eat, which helps reduce the risk of cross-contamination. They benefit from regular meals and a range of healthy snacks that take into account their nutritional needs. They find out about different fruit when they hold a big pineapple or coconut for the first time and talk about food that is good for you. They play outside every day, enjoying visits to local parks where they run around

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and outcomes for children

in the fresh air and practise their physical skills on the climbing frame.

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and outcomes for children

Children take part in a wide variety of indoor activities and experiences that help them make good progress in all areas of their development overall. They also enjoy daily outings and playing in the park, but the garden is not yet used to provide a wide variety of outdoor learning experiences across all areas of the curriculum. The childminder gets to know children well and uses her observations and feedback from parents to plan activities that build on their interests and skills. Children's early communication skills are fostered when they cuddle up for a story or join in with simple songs and rhymes. They solve simple problems when they This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 pour the pasta back and forth between different sized containers, or discover that when they add more flour to the play dough it becomes less sticky. They learn useful skills for the future when they press buttons on an electronic game or talk

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and outcomes for children

Children find out about the world around them and learn to value diversity when they taste food from different countries or explore a discovery box of objects brought back from holidays around the world. Children use their imaginations when they dress up in hats and become explorers, or turn a long brightly coloured striped sock into a snake by putting it on their hand. They express their creativity when they move their bodies to music or make up their own song with musical instruments. Children are well occupied and stimulated throughout the day. They benefit from a balanced routine that is based around their needs, and thoroughly enjoy their time at the setting. 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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