Taylor, Lisha Janie

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY433702 Inspection date 21/05/2012 Inspector Helen Steven

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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 November 2011. She lives with her partner and two children aged ten and six years. The family live in a three bedroom house in Cricklewood in the London Borough of Barnet. The premises are arranged over two floors with the ground floor play room being the main area used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The family have a cat and two rabbits as pets.

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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 to care for a maximum of five children under eight years, of which three may be in the early years age range. She currently has two part-time children on roll in the early years age range.

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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 cared for in a warm, welcoming environment where their individual needs are supported well. Safeguarding is a priority, although some procedures have not been practised. The childminder provides a wide range of activities for the children to ensure that they are making good progress in their learning and development and overall effective systems are in place to monitor progress. Partnerships with parents are good and the childminder works in partnership with other agencies as and when the need arises to meet children's individual needs. The childminder has begun to reflect on her service and demonstrates a commitment to improve her service through attending relevant training.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further the system for recording observations and assessments to more accurately monitor children's progress towards the early learning goals and to identify and plan for each child's individual next steps for learning  develop young children's understanding of how to keep themselves safe in the event of an emergency by organising regular fire drills at times when they are in attendance

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the early years provision

Children are safeguarded because the childminder has a secure knowledge of the signs and symptoms of possible safeguarding concerns and is aware of where to This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 seek guidance. The childminder carries out a detailed risk assessment of her home and continues to assess hazards during the day. Required documentation and relevant policies and procedures are maintained well in order to promote children's good health and welfare. The childminder holds a valid first aid certificate which enables her to deal appropriately with any accidents. Good arrangements are in place to prevent the spread of infection.

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the early years provision

Since registering, the childminder's priority has been embedding her policies into practice and settling the children to ensure they feel secure in her care. She has begun to reflect on her childminding service in order to begin to evaluate areas she wishes to further develop in order to improve outcomes for children. She demonstrates a commitment to improve her service by attending ongoing training. The playroom is organised well to afford children access to a good range of toys and resources. Pictorial labels as well as text enables young children to choose independently.

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the early years provision

The childminder provides a service that is inclusive for all children. She knows the children well and as a result they demonstrate a true sense of belonging in the setting. She has implemented systems to monitor children's progress and has been displaying beautiful photographs in books. However, although the childminder is clear of how to facilitate children in making progress towards the early learning goals, some records are not linked to the areas of learning in order to support the monitoring and planning process. Information is exchanged regularly with parents in order to keep them well informed about their children's achievement, well-being and development. The childminder has a positive attitude to working alongside other agencies as and when the need arises in order to support children's individual needs.

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and outcomes for children

Children are given opportunities to make good progress towards the early learning goals. As a result they are developing skills for the future. Children have formed good relationships with the childminder and are developing friendships with each other. Babies demonstrate that they feel secure in the childminder's care as they snuggle into her for comfort. Children are able to make choices about their play as resources are arranged attractively at a low level, thus encouraging them to become independent. Babies learn to become skilful communicators as they absorb the childminder's routine commentating and experiment with the sound of their voice in different areas of the home. They are introduced to the pleasure of reading as they look at books independently and visit the library.

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and outcomes for children

Children hear mathematical language throughout the day, for example the childminder asks how many grapes children have left. They have opportunities to problem solve when completing jigsaws. Babies explore the play room, crawling, pulling themselves to standing, cruising around the furniture and taking some tentative steps. Children create three-dimensional models with playdough. Children This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 have the opportunity to learn how to respect animals when they have contact with the family cat and rabbits. Children persist for extended periods of time as they learn to blow a whistle that makes a remote train move back and forth. Babies press buttons on electronic toys to achieve the effect of sound. Preparations for the Queen's Golden Jubilee are underway to give children background knowledge for their community street parties. There is a display of flags and pictures of

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and outcomes for children

members of the Royal family, art activities and the introduction of new vocabulary such as the word 'reign'.

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and outcomes for children

Children demonstrate that they are developing knowledge of how to keep themselves safe as they hold onto each spindle as they come down the stairs. They have yet to practice fire drills ensuring they evacuate the home efficiently in the event of an emergency. Children behave well as the childminder offers them choice and is consistent in her approach to behaviour management. They learn how to adopt healthy lifestyles as they are supported in hand washing prior to eating. They are offered nutritious snacks, such as fruits and breadsticks and enjoy healthy balanced lunches such as pastas with sauce. Activities such as junk modelling introduce children to recycling and sustainability. 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 3 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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