Childminder in Hounslow

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY222885 Inspection date 15/03/2012 Inspector Lorraine Sparey

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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

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 was registered in 2002. She lives with her partner and two children aged 13 and eight years in Brentford, Middlesex. The living room is available for childminding and one of the children's bedroom is used for children who require a sleep. There is an enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. A maximum of two children who may be in the early years age range, may attend at any one time. There are currently no children in the early years age group on roll.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates through discussion and documentation an appropriate knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children. The childminder describes suitable procedures to follow in the event of a concern with regard to the child's welfare. She has developed safeguarding and complaints policies and procedures. These are shared with parents, so they are aware of her role in this area. She completes risk assessments and would review these as children start or their needs and abilities change. The childminder demonstrates through discussion a basic awareness of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and child development. She describes appropriate procedures to gather information about children's starting points, such as using observations or talking to parents. This would include information on their individual needs and routines, enabling her to support them in all aspects of their care, learning and

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

development. The childminder explains how she would work in partnership with parents and others, to share information and help support children's progress and development.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates that she has a suitable range of toys. She states that these would be rotated depending on the age and development stage of the children attending. Some of the resources reflect positive images, enabling children to gain an awareness of equality and diversity. The parts of the home that are available for childminding appear safe, secure and suitable for young children. The childminder has all the necessary documentation available such as contracts, accident and medication records, child information sheets and a register. The childminders paediatric first aid certificate as has elapsed. This breaches a specific legal requirement of the Early Years Foundation Stage statutory framework. The childminder has some basic procedures to monitor and evaluate her provision, such as attending local childminding group meetings where they can discuss relevant issues. She has addressed previous recommendations by making the

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

garden fence safe. The childminder demonstrates a capacity for continuous improvement. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Compliance with registration requirements

In order to continue to meet the requirements of registration, the registered person must take the following action by the specified date:

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Compliance with registration requirements

 complete an appropriate paediatric first aid course (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register) 02/04/2012 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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Welfare of the children being cared for) 02/04/2012

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Welfare of the children being cared for) 02/04/2012

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