Childminder in Hillingdon

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY347838 Inspection date 28/03/2012 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

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 husband and two children aged 16 and six years in Uxbridge in Middlesex. The ground floor of the house is mainly used for childminding and 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 five children under eight years may attend at any one time and there are currently five children on roll, three of whom are in the early years age group. The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children and also attends local pre-school groups. The family has a pet cat.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children clearly enjoy the wide variety of activities and play opportunities and are building warm and trusting relationships. The childminder generally uses the space available well to meet children's individual needs and abilities. Consequently, they are making good progress in all areas of their learning. The childminder develops highly effective partnerships with parents enabling them to be fully involved in all aspects of the provision. The childminder is proactive in maintaining continuous improvement through attending training and this helps her achieve positive outcomes for children.

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 increase opportunities outdoors to set up relevant activities for energetic play.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates clear knowledge and understanding of how to keep children safe. She has a range of policies and procedures which are shared with parents. The childminder is clear on the procedures to follow in the event of a concern with regard to children's welfare. Thorough and detailed risk assessments enable the childminder to provide a safe and secure environment. Outings are assessed on a regular basis to maintain children's safety.

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the early years provision

The childminder has good systems to monitor and evaluate all aspects of her provision. She has completed the Ofsted self-evaluation form clearly identifying areas that she would like to develop such as simplifying her planning systems. She This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 meets regularly with the local authority support team and other childminders where they discuss relevant childcare issues. Parents and children are encouraged to share their views and any suggestions are implemented. For example, one parent said they would prefer verbal contact rather than written information about the child's progress. As a result the childminder offers various methods of communication such as daily diaries, telephone calls and face-to-face meetings. The childminder is very committed to training and is currently completing a Childcare Diploma to support her further in her practice.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good range of resources which are accessible to the children. This enables children to make choices in their play and learning. Indoor space is well used to create different play and learning opportunities. However, this is not the case with the outside area. The childminder does not always maximise learning opportunities for all children in the garden. There is a good range of resources covering many aspects of our diverse society. In addition the childminder provides opportunities for children to learn about respecting and valuing others. For example, at the local children's centre they participate in a variety of celebrations such as Chinese New Year.

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the early years provision

Partnerships with parents and carers are outstanding. The childminder has secure systems to share information with parents and include their views of their children's progress in their learning journeys. Consequently, parents feel extremely involved and their contributions highly valued. The childminder has good systems in place to share information with other early years providers and professionals to enable children to have a smooth transition between the settings.

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and outcomes for children

Children participate in a wide range of activities both in the home and the local community. They freely choose from a good range of resources that are easily accessible. The childminder provides a balance of adult-led and child-initiated play. Consequently, children are motivated and independent learners. They enjoy counting cars and talking with a visiting adult about the different types such as a sports car. They correctly identify the colours and match them to the pictures. Children enjoy looking at books and the childminder is skilled at talking with them about what they can see in the pictures. She keeps their interest as she reads a story and helps them develop their communication and language skills. Children have opportunities to grow plants such as sunflowers in individual pots and monitor how they are growing. As a result children are developing good skills for the future.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder completes regular observations and takes photographs of the children involved in activities and in the other groups they visit during the week. She demonstrates good knowledge of children's individual needs and learning styles and provides activities tailored to their individual needs. The childminder gathers good quality information about children's starting points. The childminder provides parents with a book that they can complete about what their children This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 have been doing during family holidays. In addition, regular discussions with parents mean that the childminder has an up-to-date understanding of children's progress.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn about healthy lifestyles through discussion. They go on regular walks to collect older children from school and visit the park. Children develop their physical skills such as jumping over the wooden toadstools. Some children are particularly active in their learning and the childminder recognises this through her planning. However, this is not always extended in the outdoor environment. Children benefit from the childminder being well-organised when on outings and each child has a photo identity card in case of an emergency. They practice the evacuation procedure to enable children to become familiar with what to do in an emergency. Children learn about keeping themselves safe because the childminder gives clear explanations. For example, a child tries to climb in a box and the childminder explains it may tip up and they may hurt themselves. Children benefit from the childminder being a positive role model in the way she speaks to the

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and outcomes for children

children, promoting good manners and consideration to each other. Consequently children are well-behaved and say 'please' and 'thank you' at appropriate times. Children learn about the community through visits to the local shops such as the florist where they learn about different flowers. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

The key inspection judgements and what they mean

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

Grade 1 is Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Grade 2 is Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Grade 3 is Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Grade 4 is Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough

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children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement

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Early Years Foundation Stage

The effectiveness of leadership and management in embedding ambition and driving improvement The effectiveness with which the setting deploys resources 2 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 2 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 2 The effectiveness of the setting’s engagement with parents and carers

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Stage

The quality of the provision in the Early Years Foundation Stage 2

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 The extent to which children feel safe 2 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 2 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 2 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 2

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Stage

procedures set out in the guidance available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk 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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