Childminder in Southwark

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY356266 Inspection date 14/03/2012 Inspector Beryl Witheridge

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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 2007. She lives with her family, including three children over 12 years, in Peckham, London Borough of Southwark. The whole ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children under eight years at any one time, all of whom may be in the early years age range. She is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There were no children on roll when this inspection took place.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder holds a recognised childcare qualification.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has safeguarding and child protection procedures in place. She attends safeguarding training every two years, has current supporting documentation and knows what to do if she has a concern about a child. She carries out risk assessments on a regular basis, and a clear record is kept. This ensures, as far as possible, that children's play spaces and outings are safe. A planned emergency evacuation procedure is in place and would be practised with all children. The childminder's first aid training is up to date to ensure she knows how to care for a child in an emergency. The childminder is a qualified nursery nurse and an experienced childminder. She keeps all her written documentation, policies and procedures up to date. The childminder attends regular courses and workshops to ensure she keeps herself informed on current childcare practices. She is a member of a childminding network and has regular contact with her network coordinator.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder knows how to use reflective practice to evaluate her provision. She explains that she would listen to the views of others such as parents and the network coordinator to identify priorities for development and improvements. The childminder prefers to provide children with meals and snacks. She states that she wants to ensure they are having healthy, nourishing, well-balanced meals. However, she is also happy to accommodate parents who wish to provide their own food for their children. The childminder has a wide range of toys and resources, across all ages and stages of development. These resources include a broad selection providing positive images of the diversity of society. She has a very good understanding of the areas of learning and the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework. She has past paperwork that shows how she records observations and assessments on children, enabling her to identify their next steps for future

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

planning. The childminder explains that she would use a contact book with parents and encourage them to share in their child's observations and assessments. She would provide parents with photographs of their children taking part in activities which support the observations. The childminder understands the importance of working with other settings involved in the care of the children to help provide This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 consistent care for each child

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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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