Childminder in Islington

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY421848 Inspection date 28/05/2012 Inspector Vicky Vasiliadis

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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 2011. She operates from the premises of another registered childminder who lives with her husband and two adult children in the London Borough of Islington. The whole of the ground floor of the home is used for childminding purposes and there is a bathroom is available on the first floor. There is an enclosed garden for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

When working alone, the childminder may care for a maximum of three children under eight years at any one time, with no more than three in the early years age group. When working with another childminder and assistant they may care for no more than 11 children under eight years at any one time, with no more than eight in the early years age group. There are currently 17 children on roll, of whom 15 children are in the early years age range who attend on a part-time basis. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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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 and content within this warm and welcoming environment. Overall, children have access a wide range of opportunities and experiences, which promotes good results in their learning. Effective systems are in place to promote partnership working with parents. This helps to ensure that children's individual needs are met well. The systems for reflective practice are good and the childminder demonstrates a good capacity to improve.

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further?

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

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further?

 provide time to support children's understanding of how exercise, eating, sleeping, and hygiene promote good health.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a clear understanding of safeguarding procedures. For example, she is aware of the reporting procedures to follow if there are concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder supervises the children effectively, which helps to ensure that children are safe and secure. There are effective risk assessment processes in place and the childminder takes action to limit risks both indoors and outdoors. In addition, the childminder has all of the legally required documents, policies and procedures in place to ensure the safe and efficient This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 management of the setting.

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the early years provision

Since the last inspection, the childminder has worked hard to address actions and recommendations. This has had a positive impact on the overall quality of the provision and outcomes for children. The systems for reflective practice through self-evaluation are effective and the childminder works well with her co- childminder to review practice issues. The childminder seeks the views of parents through parent questionnaires, which she helps review. For example, some parents commented on the organisation of pick up times. They reviewed this process and made changes, in order to make this a smoother process. The childminder continues to attend training in order to remain informed of relevant issues. As a result, she demonstrates a good capacity to improve. The environment is well organised and the childminder works well to provide a happy and stimulating environment for the children. In addition, children are able to access a good range

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the early years provision

of resources, equipment and activities that are fit for purpose, safe and suitably maintained.

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the early years provision

The childminder has established good relationships with parents and carers. This helps to ensure that individual children receive good levels of support and their achievements promoted. Parents are encouraged to share information about their child through the relevant forms. The childminder ensures that parents receive regular updates about children's progress and achievements. For example, she talks to them on a daily basis, provides progress reports and informs parents that they can access children's learning journals as they wish. In addition, the childminder works well with parents to identify children's individual needs. As a result, she is fully aware of children's backgrounds, dietary and religious observances and cultural requirements. Children are able to access a good range of resources, which support their understanding of the wider world. In addition, children learn about different language scripts, as there are words in children's

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the early years provision

home languages displayed in the home. Consequently, children feel valued and included. The childminder is not yet involved in the collection of children from school or nursery. She understands the importance of developing partnerships with agencies or other settings children attend to promote children's care and learning.

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and outcomes for children

Children make good progress in relation to their starting points and capabilities. This is a result of the effective systems, which identify children's likes, dislikes, interests and abilities. Observation and assessment process are successful and planning is based on the next steps in children's learning. Consequently, children are able to access an environment, which is stimulating and challenging. For example, children thoroughly enjoy the opportunity to extend their learning from the indoors to the outdoors. Resources are attractively presented as they are stored in low-level boxes or on the floor. This supports children's independence skills as they can make choices and lead their play.

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and outcomes for children

Children's behaviour is good in relation to their ages and understanding. They This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 receive lots of praise and encouragement for their efforts and achievements, which promotes their self-esteem and confidence. Children access a good selection of resources that are reflective of the wider community. For example, dolls, dual language books and puzzles. In addition, the childminder acknowledges festivals such as, Chinese New Year, Christmas and Black History Month. This helps to support children's understanding of diversity and helps to promote a sense of belonging.

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and outcomes for children

The children's numeracy skills are developing well and the childminder introduces lots of mathematical language to develop the children's understanding. For example, there discussions about big and small, numbers, shapes and colours. Children are beginning to understand that print carries meaning; they handle books with care and enjoy having stories read to them. The childminder supports children's language skills well. For example, she talks to children, responds to their questions and poses open-ended questions. This helps children to begin to think for themselves. Babies and young children have access to a good selection of resources that promote their interest in technology. Consequently, children develop good skills for the future.

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and outcomes for children

The children are cared for in a safe and secure environment and they learn the importance of how to keep safe. For example, children know what to do in the event of a fire because they periodically practise the evacuation procedures. Children have regular access to the outdoors as they visit local parks and attend children's centres, which contribute to a healthy lifestyle. In addition, children learn about their own personal hygiene as the childminder encourages them to wash their hands before mealtimes and after messy play. However, children do not always have the time and opportunity to discuss how exercise, eating, sleeping, and hygiene promote good health. 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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