Childminder in HounslowOfsted inspection, 6 Mar 2012

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY267680 Inspection date 06/03/2012 Inspector Patricia Edward

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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 2004. She lives with her, two adult children and one aged 13 in Isleworth, located in the London Borough of Hounslow. The whole of the ground floor and first floor daughters bedroom are areas of the home used for childminding, There is a fully enclosed garden for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register, and on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of four children under eight, three of whom can be in the early years age range and one under one, at any one time. She is currently caring for three children on a full and part-time basis. The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. She attends the local parent/toddler groups and the park. The childminder supports children who learn English as an additional language.

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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

Children are fully included, settled and happy within the childminder care. She provides an inclusive and welcoming environment. The childminder provides resources and activities, which overall, support children well in all areas of their learning and development .She has developed good working relationships with parents and they communicate well to promote continuity of care for the children. She keeps her knowledge up to date by attending training, demonstrating her capacity to maintain continuous improvements. The process of self evaluation is very much in its early stages and has yet to identify all areas for improvement; as a result there are some minor weaknesses in the childminders practices.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the observation system to ensure the next steps for children's learning are identified, linked to the areas of learning and planning  develop further the process of self-evaluation to make continuous improvement.  show particular awareness of the needs of children learning English as an additional language. Use their home language when appropriate within the setting 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 an ample understanding of safeguarding issues and knows her role and responsibilities to protect children. Children are kept safe, as the childminder carries out regularly written risk assessments for all areas of her home, used by children and for outings. This helps her identify and quickly reduce any potential hazards. A range of well maintained policies and procedures are in place and are shared with parents. These help her setting to run smoothly. The childminder has addressed all the weaknesses identified at the previous inspection. All of which promotes and safeguards children safety and well being.

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the early years provision

The childminder values diversity and is committed to challenging discrimination. She recognises each child as an individual and provides for their individual needs. Children who learn English as an additional language are developing well. However, their first language is not reflected within the environment. Children are learning about the wider society although the range of resources and activities used to promote their understanding of disabilities and or physical disabilities is not extensive. The childminder's home is well organised and children are able to move freely and safely. They confidently make choices about what to play with as they self-select from the low-level boxes. Using her knowledge of each child's interests enables the childminder to ensure children have access to toys and resources which interest and encourage their learning. Toys are well cared for and maintained. Children learn about looking after their toys as they happily tidy up

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the early years provision

with little prompting from the childminder.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a positive attitude to training and has recently attained a diploma in Early Learning and Childcare at level three to enhance her care of the children. She has made a start to the process of identifying her strengths and weaknesses; however, this is still in its very early stages. The partnership with parents and careers is good. Each child has an all about me file, which notes their progress towards the early learning goals. Parents with children under the age of three are also given daily diary. These diaries include details of what the child as eaten, nappy changes and details of what they have enjoyed doing. Parents are generally involved in their child's continuous learning and assessment records. The childminder instigates links with the other provisions children attend to help promote continuity of care and learning. In addition, she works with other childminders to share best practice. Parents are agreed in their positive comments

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and settled within the childminders home environment. They are prompted to have good manners such as saying pardon, please and thank you. They are encourage to gain respect for their environment and for the toys they use. Children have fun whilst putting equipment away before moving onto the next This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 activity. They are learning to share and take turns with each other when playing with their friends who also attend the setting. The childminder helps children make good progress in their development. She plans activities according to their individual interests. Children's work is displayed on the walls and this helps children gain a sense of belonging. Her system for observational assessment is effective in identifying children's next steps for learning. However, these are not consistently linked to the six areas of learning to inform planning.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn about healthy eating as they have regular opportunities to engage in cooking activities, where they choose ingredients for pizzas. They enjoy going shopping where they help choose and purchase some of the ingredients. They help prepare pizza's for their tea, discussing the healthy foods they are using. Mealtimes are a happy sociable time where they enjoy the delicious home cooked food. The childminder prevents the risk of cross infection, as the children take part in effective hand washing routines before meals. They have daily opportunities to play outdoors in the garden and in the park. All of which promote their good heath and hygiene practices.

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and outcomes for children

Children problem solve as they complete simple puzzles. They learn mathematical language as they talk about shapes and identify numbers . Children frequently participate in art and craft activities; they paint, draw and make collages, all which effectively contributes to their creative development. The childminder is fully aware of children's individual needs and respect their differences. There are a range of resources displayed and available that are non-stereotypical and show positive images of society. This promotes children's positive attitude towards diversity.

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and outcomes for children

Children have a wonderful time accessing physical play materials. They energetically crawl through apparatus such as tunnels to develop their physical skills. They know to regularly access their individual drinking cups, to mange their thirst levels throughout the day. The childminder is skilful in supporting children's understanding how to keep themselves safe. They regularly participate in routine fire drills and road safety activities, which enhances their understanding of how to protect themselves. Children have good opportunities to develop healthy lifestyles. 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 2 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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