Childminder in Barking and Dagenham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY339232 Inspection date 01/06/2012 Inspector Caroline Preston

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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 husband and two children in Barking, within the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. The childminder is situated close to shops, parks, schools and public transport links. The ground floor of the home is used for childminding and there is an enclosed garden for outside play.

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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 care Register. She may care for five children under eight years at any one time, of these two may be 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

Overall, children's needs are met and they make good progress in their learning. A wide and interesting range of good play experiences are available. However, there are few opportunities for children to play outside with a range of different play resources and activities on a daily basis. Children are safeguarded effectively and their health needs are met. The childminder has a strong partnership with parents. Good self-evaluation and robust continuous improvement helps children achieve and develop in all areas.

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further?

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

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further?

 make the garden area a learning environment for children on a daily basis.

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the early years provision

Children are safeguarded well. The childminder has a strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and all required documentation is in place. Risk assessments are thorough and any identified hazards to children are removed.

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the early years provision

Good resources are available that are interesting, stimulating and help children learn through play. All toys are easily accessible in the two well decorated playrooms. Children's work is displayed for parents to see and to help children feel proud of their work. The childminder's good knowledge of children's backgrounds helps her promote equality and diversity effectively. She is able to identify children's level of development and plan for their learning across the six areas of the early learning goals. Toys reflect differences and children celebrate various festivals, giving them a positive understanding of the wider world. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Currently, no children attend other settings or need support from other agencies. However, the childminder is aware of the need to work in partnership with others if the need arises. The good partnership with parents helps children to settle and

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the early years provision

feel secure. Parents are informed of their child's day, achievements and progress. The childminder asks parents for their views on the service she provides. This information is used to make improvements and parents know that their views are valued.

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the early years provision

Robust self-evaluation helps identify areas for improvement. For example, the childminder has extended play areas children use and improved systems for observations and assessments. The childminder attends regular training and has achieved a level three qualification in childcare and education.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn how to stay safe and understand the safety rules. For example, they tidy away toys, listen to gentle reminders about safety issues and learn about road safety and stranger danger. Children show a good awareness of what constitutes a healthy lifestyle. They wash their hands before and after eating and enjoy healthy snacks. They understand the importance of exercise and enjoy large physical play outside.

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and outcomes for children

Children display a strong sense of belonging and security. They are happy, settled and behave well. Children share and take turns while playing with the resources. Children enjoy playing and learning from the good range of programmable toys, which include small computers, phones and tills.

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and outcomes for children

Children are confident and play with a range of different play resources. They are engrossed and concentrate well during role play activities. Children have formed a good relationship with each other and the childminder. Children listen with enjoyment to stories and understand that print carries meaning. Younger children enjoy listening to older children read to them. Children practise their writing skills during role play and painting and drawing activities.

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and outcomes for children

Children develop their mathematical ideas, for example, counting during games and cutting small pieces of fruit at snack time. Children investigate while out and about in the local community. They build and construct with different sized bricks, skilfully building different designs. Children enjoy physical play and move with confidence and coordination. However, children do not have enough opportunities to play outside on a daily basis with a range of different play resources and activities. 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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