Childminder in Havering

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY232160 Inspection date 10/05/2012 Inspector Jenny Kane

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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 registered in 2003. She lives with her two adult children in East Ham in Newham; the childminder's daughters regularly work as her assistants. The ground floor of the home is used for childminding and children have access to the secure back garden for outside play. The childminder lives within walking distance of schools, pre-schools, toddler groups, shops and parks.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She may care for a six children under eight years at any one time, of whom three may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding three children in this age group. The childminder also offers care to children aged eight to 11 years.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder supports children who speak English as an additional language. She attends a local childminder support group and is a member of an approved childminding association.

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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 are happy, relaxed and enjoy a positive relationship with the childminder and her family. Children are making good progress in their learning and development. The childminder provides enjoyable learning experiences and meets children's welfare needs well. Systems for monitoring children's progress and sharing information are mostly effective. The childminder has a good awareness of equalities and strives to make her provision inclusive. She provides a welcoming play environment but labelling to help word recognition is limited. The childminder reflects on her practice and is developing her use of a self-evaluation to identify her strengths and areas for improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop systems for monitoring children's progress, for example, improving information in the observation folders to show the children's starting points and their next steps  improve the sharing of assessment information with parents and other practitioners involved in children's care, to offer a cohesive approach to learning  encourage children's reading and literacy skills through more labelling of resources. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good knowledge of child protection issues. She has attended recent training and shares her safeguarding policy with parents. The childminder is clear about how to deal with accidents. She has an effective support system in place with other childminders, which includes in the event of an emergency. Children are cared for in a safe, secure and welcoming environment. The childminder carries out daily checks of equipment and areas used by children, to minimise and eliminate risks.

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the early years provision

Resources are in good condition and well displayed. Children are encouraged to self-select, although labelling is limited. Children have access to a good range of toys and equipment, including several that reflect diversity and positive images. Children gain an understanding of the wider world by celebrating various festivals, learning about differences and finding out about their local area.

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the early years provision

The childminder knows children's backgrounds and individual needs well. She has a good commitment to working with other settings and professionals. She has established links with school teachers and is developing a partnership and sharing information with pre-school staff. The childminder is not currently caring for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities but has recently attended training. She is confident in her ability to care for children with a range of abilities.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a positive relationship with parents. When children first start parents share information about what their children can do, to help establish their starting points. On-going daily discussion and contact books provide parents with information about routines and activities. This two-way sharing of information ensures good continuity and helps to meet children's individual needs. All the required documentation is effectively maintained and confidential. The childminder has a wide range of written policies and procedures in place, which are clear and well produced.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a clear commitment to personal development and is keen to update her knowledge and skills. She has developed an effective network of support with other local childminders. This includes sharing information and attending a local childminder group. The childminder has taken positive action in response to the recommendations made at the previous inspection. She has started to use self-evaluation to identify her plans for the future. Overall, she demonstrates a good commitment to maintaining continuous improvement.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy good support and individual attention from the childminder who knows them well. The childminder has a good knowledge of how young children This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 learn through play. She provides a good range of activities that cover all areas of learning and help children's skills for the future. Children are progressing well in relation to their starting points. The childminder plans many of the activities using children's suggestions and interests. The childminder makes observations of the children during play. However, she does not use these to assess their achievements in all the areas of learning or identify fully children's next steps. Although the childminder informs parents on their children's progress verbally, they are not yet involved in their children's assessments. This means parents are not able to fully support children's learning at home.

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and outcomes for children

Children are settled and show cooperation. The childminder joins in their play and children are engaged in the activities and behave well. Children move about selecting where to play and choosing what they do, developing their social and independence skills. Children also develop good social skills during visits to various groups and outings in the community. On these outings children learn about danger and staying safe, for example, how to cross the road safely and walking together. The childminder only visits venues that are safe and suitable; she carries essential supplies and details of the children. Children learn about staying safe indoors, for example, regularly practising the fire drill.

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and outcomes for children

Children are confident and communicate their needs clearly. The childminder helps develop their speech by listening to their comments and ideas. There is a good supply of books and the childminder also makes use of the local library. Children have access to toys and games that help their numeracy and counting. Walking to and from school each day helps children understand that exercise is part of a healthy lifestyle. The childminder provides a suitable balance of nutritious meals. At meal times children sit together at the table to eat socially. Children like to participate in cooking activities and enjoy going on shopping trips to buy ingredients. This helps them to understand which foods are healthy and where food comes from. 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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