Childminder in Croydon

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY341760 Inspection date 05/04/2012 Inspector Rebecca Khabbazi

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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 registered in 2006. She lives with her husband, adult children and three children aged children aged 15, 12 and one year old. They live in a three- bedroom house in a residential area of New Addington, within the London Borough of Croydon. The ground floor is used for childminding. A garden is available for outdoor play. The childminder's husband occasionally works with her as an assistant.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for three children under eight years old at any one time, two of whom can be in the early years age range. There are currently no children in the early years age group on roll, although the childminder does care for school age children.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder offers a welcoming, inclusive environment for children. Through discussion, she shows an appropriate understanding of how to keep them safe and promote their well-being. For instance, she explains what she would do if she had concerns about a child's welfare and makes sure that all relevant policies and procedures are in place. She describes how she makes regular checks of her home and garden. She puts precautions, such as safety gates, in place to provide a safe environment for children to play in. She describes appropriate strategies to help children learn to keep themselves safe. For instance, she has previously helped children to learn about road safety and has organised regular fire drills. She describes how she would encourage children to develop an understanding of simple good hygiene routines. For instance, she would remind them to wash their hands before they eat. From discussion and menu samples, the childminder shows

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

that she is capable of offering children varied meals and snacks that meet their nutritional needs. The childminder describes a wide variety of activities and experiences across all areas of learning. She explains that she would take children on regular outings, for instance to the local library, Children's Centre, or to the park. She makes sure that a suitable variety of play materials and resources are available at her home. She is aware that children enjoy activities such as art and craft, making music and dressing up. Through discussion, the childminder shows an appropriate understanding of how to support children's learning and help them make progress. She describes how she would observe children's achievements to think about the next steps for their learning and plan future activities. The childminder explains that she values partnerships with parents highly. She has experience of working closely with them to make sure they are well informed

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

through daily feedback and diary sheets. She also provides a wide range of policies, procedures and information about her setting. The childminder is aware to work in close partnership with any other early years settings as required, for instance if children also attend school or a nursery. The childminder has systems to obtain information about each child, to ensure that she can meet their individual needs. She describes how she would encourage children to value diversity by This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 helping them learn about different experiences and beliefs. For instance, by cooking a Chinese meal together and talking about Chinese New Year. The childminder demonstrates a good commitment to continuous improvement. She keeps up to date and evaluates her provision by attending local training courses, talking to other childminders and asking parents to complete feedback

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

questionnaires. She is keen to take steps to improve her setting, for instance by continually developing her arrangement to work with parents.

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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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