Childminder in Redbridge

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY437492 Inspection date 20/06/2012 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

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 2012. She lives with her two daughters in a house in Plaistow in the London Borough of Newham. The house is within easy walking distance of shops, parks, nurseries and schools. The whole of the ground floor of the house is used for childminding. Toilet facilities are on the ground floor. 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 both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of four children under eight years at any one time; of these, three may be in the early years age range. There are currently four children on roll, all of whom are in the early years age range. The childminder walks to local nurseries and schools to take and collect children.

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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

The childminder provides a safe learning environment for children where they feel settled, content and secure. They make good progress in their learning and development and their needs are met well although the childminder is not fully exploiting links with other providers. Overall, the childminder forms effective relationships with parents and keeps them updated about their children's achievements. There is a breach of the welfare requirements with regard to safeguarding children's welfare. The childminder is enthusiastic and has a clear vision for her service to continue to improve outcomes for children.

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further?

To meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 request written permission from parents for seeking emergency medical advice or treatment (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare). 04/07/2012

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further?

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

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further?

 strengthen the involvement of parents in their child's learning, for example, by encouraging them to contribute to their child's ongoing observation and assessment  improve the two-way flow of information with other early years providers to help support and extend children's learning and development. 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 understanding of how to safeguard children and promote their safety. She has a comprehensive knowledge of the reporting procedures for child protection concerns. Most required documentation to support children's safety and welfare is in place. However, the childminder has not requested written parental permission for the seeking of emergency medical treatment or advice. This is a breach of a legal welfare requirement and affects her ability to care for children in the event of an emergency. The childminder carries out robust risk assessments that help her effectively identify and minimise risks to children.

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the early years provision

The childminder accurately identifies her strengths and aspects of her practice that require further improvement. For example, she has plans to increase the resources that promote children's exploration of natural materials. Parents contribute to the evaluation of the provision and this has resulted in changes to the routine of the day. The childminder makes good use of support from the network coordinator to develop her childcare practices. She demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous improvement. For example, the childminder is accessing further training courses to improve her knowledge and skills.

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the early years provision

The childminder provides an attractive range of good quality toys. The resources are suitable for the ages of children that attend. Children have access to resources that show positive images of diversity such as books and puzzles. The childminder actively promotes equality and diversity. She has a good knowledge and understanding of children's individual needs. The childminder gains information about their health and diet so that she can give them a good level of care. She has gathered a list of words that help her support children who speak English as an additional language.

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the early years provision

The childminder cares for children who attend other settings delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. She forms satisfactory relationships with a child's key person. They provide the childminder with information about children's progress. However, the childminder is not sharing what she knows about a child's development and learning with the setting. As a result, partnerships with others are not fully effective in supporting children's achievements.

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the early years provision

The childminder forms good relationships with parents. She keeps them well informed about children's learning and future developmental stages. However, parents are not fully involved in contributing to their child's ongoing assessment. Parents have access to a wide range of helpful information about the setting that is on display on various notice boards in the childminder's home. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children make good progress towards the early learning goals. They have free choice in their play and all activities are age appropriate. The childminder plans stimulating learning experiences for children with the help of parents. The childminder makes good use of her written observations to plan children's next steps for development.

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and outcomes for children

Young children concentrate well as they look at books. They communicate with babbling sounds as they feel the textures on the pages. Children enjoy listening to the stories the childminder reads. Young children show they feel safe with the childminder as they explore the features of her face. They form strong bonds with older children. When they arrive, older children soon settle down to play. They safely use tools such as scissors. They cut paper and practise their writing skills. They confidently talk about their designs. They enjoy sitting with the childminder as they play with the dough. They make different objects as they manipulate the dough. Children make good progress in their physical development. Young children confidently travel around the furniture with the childminder close by to provide support if they fall. Children develop good levels of independence. For example, young children try to put their shoes on their feet.

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and outcomes for children

Children develop well in the skills they need to secure future learning. Young children enjoy exploring simple technological resources. They use the switches and press the buttons to investigate what happens. Children have good opportunities to develop problem solving skills as they match colours and shapes. They have a lovely time at the shops where they buy their healthy snacks. This activity helps children to develop a good awareness of number and the value of money. Children enjoy a good range of creative activities such as painting, sticking and drawing.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn about their own culture as they take part in prayer routines. They learn about other children's cultures as they look at books and listen to different languages. They visit places of interest in the community such as the local park where they play on the large play equipment.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder effectively uses open-ended questions to extend children's understanding of healthy eating. Children confidently talk about the foods they like to eat at home. They enjoy nutritious foods that the childminder prepares. Young children sit safely in highchairs to eat their meals. Children adopt good personal hygiene routines. They clearly demonstrate a good understanding of the importance of hand washing in preventing the spread of germs. Children develop a good understanding of how to stay safe. They enjoy practising the fire drill and know what to do in an emergency. The children have soft cosy areas available so they can rest and sleep throughout the day. 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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