Childminder in Sutton

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY299687 Inspection date 29/03/2012 Inspector Denys Rasmussen

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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 lives with her husband and three children. They live in a house in a residential area of the London Borough of Sutton. The whole of the house is used for childminding purposes except for two of the bedrooms upstairs. There is an enclosed garden available for outdoor play. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years, and of these, three can be in the early years age range at any one time. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. At the time of inspection there were no children on roll in the early years age range.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of the procedures to follow if she had concerns about the welfare of a child in her care. She understands her role and responsibility in helping to safeguard children. She is aware of the steps to take to minimise risks inside and outside her home so children can play safely. She describes the measures she will have in place before she continues caring for children. For example, safety gates to restrict access to the stairs and all hazards removed from the garden. However, she does not have a current first aid certificate, which is a requirement of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. The childminder demonstrates clearly how to encourage children to become aware of keeping themselves safe. She describes realistic house rules, teaching road safety and practising fire evacuation. Through discussion, the childminder provides clear examples of managing children's behaviour in ways that are appropriate for

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

the age and understanding of the children. She describes, for example, using explanation and distraction.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates through discussion the ability to identify areas of her practice she has developed and would like to develop further. For example, she has reviewed and updated her policies and procedures and is keen to attend training to keep up to date with changes and current issues. She has attended training to support her understanding of how to effectively observe, plan for and assess children to enable her to improve outcomes for all children. She has met most of the recommendations set at her last inspection. The childminder demonstrates a sound capacity to maintain continuous improvement. The childminder explains how she develops positive relationships with parents. She shares her policies and procedures and asks parents to agree to them. She discusses the children daily and supplements this with written information in their contact book. The childminder describes the benefits of liaising with other settings

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

or agencies children may be accessing to support consistent care.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates through discussion her clear understanding of how to promote children's learning. For example, supporting children's communication and language skills by providing activities about sounds and reading stories. She describes supporting children's physical development through activities such as This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 skipping, climbing and playing ball games. The childminder describes making good use of outdoor play to help children understand the benefits of adopting a healthy lifestyle. For example, by walking everywhere and through regular trips to the local park to play with more challenging equipment. She describes providing children with nutritious, home cooked food that meets their dietary requirements. There is a good range of play resources available that support all areas of learning. The childminder describes how her resources will be organised to promote children's

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

freedom of choice to help to develop their independence. She describes tailoring activities to meet children's individual needs. She describes how she will help them to learn about a variety of cultural festivals and traditions from around the world and is gathering resources to help children to embrace differences. She describes valuing children's cultural backgrounds and providing activities and resources to support their self-esteem and sense of belonging.

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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 a paediatric first aid course approved by the local authority (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register). 12/05/2012 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). 12/05/2012

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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) (also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register). 05/04/2012

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