The Grange Centre

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 128311 Inspection date 18/04/2012 Inspector Claire Parnell

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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 with Ofsted in 1992. She lives with her husband and adult daughter, in Chadwell Heath, Essex, within walking distance of the local park, shops, library and other amenities. The ground floor and the first floor bathroom/toilet are used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for four children, three of which can be within the early years age range. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There were no children in the early years age group on roll at the time of the inspection.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to meet the learning and welfare needs of the children through the statutory requirements of her registration. She understands the importance of treating each child as an individual and offering activities and learning experiences according to children's differing stages of development. The childminder has a range of resources, activities and equipment to support all children's ages and stages of development through child initiated and adult led play. She understands the importance of gathering accurate information from parents about their children's background in order to provide an individual service. The childminder has many years experience of caring for children of diverse backgrounds and disabilities and demonstrates a good regard for tailoring the care and development for each child's differing needs.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has up to date information and all relevant documentation to promote children's welfare and development. Although the childminder provides a safe and secure environment for children, she does not maintain a record of when and by whom the risk assessment has been carried out. This is a breach of legal requirements. She has an awareness of the procedures to follow if she has a concern about the safety of a child in her care, demonstrating her knowledge of local child protection procedures

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates an understanding for keeping up to date with changes to childcare practices and is eager to find solutions to positively implement these changes, therefore committing to continuous improvement.

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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

 make a record of the risk assessment clearly stating 25/04/2012 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 when it was carried out, by whom, date of review and any action taken following a review or incident basis. (Premises, environment and equipment) 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 (also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register) 23/04/2012

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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 (also applies to the compulsory part of the Childcare Register) 23/04/2012

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