Childminder in Hackney

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY307329 Inspection date 16/03/2012 Inspector Katie Dempster

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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 2004. She lives with her school aged child in the Stoke Newington in the London Borough of Hackney. The whole of the first floor flat is used for childminding and there is an enclosed garden for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and the voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children aged under eight years, all of whom may be in the early years age range. There were no children in the early years age group on role at the time of the inspection.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder does not meet all the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder does not hold public liability insurance, which is a breach of a specific legal requirement. The childminder demonstrates a suitable understanding the possible signs and symptoms should she have concerns about a child's welfare. She is clear of the reporting procedures to follow should she have any concerns, or if allegations are made against her or family members. The childminder carries out risk assessments that cover all areas requiring regular checks and fire evacuation procedures are in place. The childminder has a sound understanding of how to promote the children's health. She understands the significance of gathering information from parents regarding any medical needs, dietary requirements or allergies children may have. The childminder has a valid paediatric first aid qualification to enable her to treat children in her care if the

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder understands the importance of working effectively with parents. She explains her systems to keep parents well informed about how their child spends each day and their developmental progress. For example, through the shared use of communication books. She explains how liaising effectively with other settings where children attend and other agencies involved contributes towards their care and learning. The childminder describes how children's needs are met through her inclusive service and how she intends to support children's awareness of others. For example, through planned activities and discussions relating to equality and diversity. The childminder shows a sound understanding of how the use of observation and assessment enables her to meet the individual needs of children. She uses the information gained from observations to help her assess and plan effectively. She has a wide range of suitable resources, play

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

materials and equipment to support children's progress towards the early learning goals.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates that she evaluates her practice. She has the capacity to continuously develop her practice through the implementation of the recommendations made her last inspection. She is aware of the need to keep an accurate record of children's hours of attendance along with consents from parents This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 for a range of events. Furthermore, the childminder has increased the programme of activities as well as the resources available to children.

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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

 carry public liability insurance for the provision. (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) ( also applies to the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register) 03/04/2012 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 (Insurance) 03/04/2012

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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 (Insurance) 03/04/2012

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