Childminder in Haringey

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY356158 Inspection date 24/04/2012 Inspector Lynn Wordsworth

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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 2007. She lives with her three children in Tottenham in the London Borough of Haringey, within easy walking distance of shops, parks, nurseries and schools.

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Description of the childminding

The whole of the ground floor of the home is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight at any one, of whom two may be in the early years age range. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder walks to local nurseries and schools. to take and collect children. No children were present at the time of the inspection.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge and understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She shows an understanding of effective safeguarding measures to keep children protected. For example, she is aware of child protection procedures, and who to contact if there is a concern about children's well-being and safety. The childminder makes detailed risk assessments in her home and when taking children on trips. She discusses how these help her to minimise potential hazards. The childminder has insurance to further protect children. She demonstrates how she helps children to learn about their own safety. For example, practising fire evacuations with the whole family.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder shows a clear understanding of how to support children's development across the areas of learning. She discusses how she offers a balanced range of good quality resources so that children may access them and initiate their own play. The childminder understands the importance of involving parents in their child's care and learning, by providing a settling in period. In addition, she would share observations with them, and have regular discussions on children's learning.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates how she helps children learn about a healthy lifestyle. For example, by providing fresh nutritious home cooked snacks and meals. She describes how she encourages physical activities. and provides space for children to run, climb and challenge their physical ability.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder discusses how children learn in an inclusive home, and how positive images and resources for diversity are displayed. The childminder has a clear understanding of how to make children and families feel valued, by celebrating their own cultures. The childminder also recognises the importance of working with other providers, and external services, to support children's care and learning. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder shows how she is a reflective practitioner and evaluates her service. She demonstrates continuous improvement by attending training, and reading further childcare literature.

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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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