Childminder in Newham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY336009 Inspection date 19/07/2012 Inspector S Campbell

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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 2006. She lives with her adult daughter, adult grandchild and three grandchildren pre-school and primary school aged. The family live in a residential area of Stratford, in the London Borough of Newham. The childminder regularly works with two assistants. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's house is available for childminding and there is an enclosed garden for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time; of these, three children may be in the early years age group. She is currently caring for two children in this age group. The childminder also cares for children over five years. When working with an assistant she is registered to care for a maximum of eight children under eight years; of these, not more than six children may be in the early years age group, and of these, not more than two may be under one year at any one time. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder walks and drives to local schools to take and collect children. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are making sound progress in their learning and development. However, observations and assessments are in the early stages. The childminder has addressed previous actions and demonstrates a satisfactory capacity to maintain continuous improvement. However, she does not fully evaluate all areas of her practice. All children's welfare is suitably promoted. Some aspects of documentation are not completed, such as written parental consent, or the recording of fire drills. In addition, children's attendance is not accurately recorded.

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further?

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

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further?

 maintain an accurate record of children's hours of attendance (Documentation) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register) 02/08/2012

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should: This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  develop observation and assessments to identify learning priorities to plan relevant and motivating learning experiences for each child linked to the areas of learning and involve parents as part of the ongoing assessment process  improve documentation to include written parental consent for outings and record evacuation drills  develop systems of self-evaluation to identify the setting's strengths and priorities for development that will improve the quality of provision for all children.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a sound understanding of her role in safeguarding children. She is aware of the procedures to follow should she have a concern about a child in her care. The childminder has implemented a number of polices and procedures and they are shared with parents, which further promote children's well-being. However, some documentation, such as a record of the fire drill is not in place. The daily attendance register is not always accurate and this is a breach of a specific legal requirement. There are appropriate safety measures in place to enable children to play safely, such as safety gates. The childminder undertakes risk assessments for both the home and outings.

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the early years provision

The childminder is developing positive relationships with parents. She has implemented a daily diary enabling her to maintain a two-way flow of communication with parents. The childminder obtains both verbal and written information from parents about babies' routines enabling to provide continuity of care. However, not all parents are fully involved in the process for assessing their children's learning to enable the childminder to effectively build on what children already know. Additionally, written parental consent to take all children out on outings has not been obtained. Although children do not attend any other setting the childminder is aware of the importance of making links to support children's learning and development.

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the early years provision

Since the last inspection the childminder has attended training such as safeguarding children and healthy eating. This helps her to promote positive outcomes for children. There are basic processes in place for self-evaluation. However, these are not sufficiently rigorous to identify all areas for further development, such as breaches of requirements. The childminder promotes an inclusive environment because information has been obtained about children's individual needs and backgrounds. Children have access to a suitable range of resources to support their learning and development. They are readily available enabling children to make choices about their play. Children are beginning to learn about their own culture and beliefs and those of other people. They have access to a suitable range of resources that reflect positive images of diversity and take part in a range of celebrations. Additionally, the childminder provides a range of cultural

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the early years provision

foods, such as Afro Caribbean and a variety of exotic fruits. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and settled. Toddlers happily babble and sing throughout the day. The childminder consistently talks to children to promote their developing language. Their language and communication is supported as the childminder spends time reading books to children. Through practical routines children's independence is promoted. Toddlers are encouraged to feed themselves and make choices about their play. Children are well behaved and the childminder uses gentle reminders to encourage children to say "please" and "thank you" at appropriate times. They are developing positive relationships with their peers and are able to follow simple instructions.

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and outcomes for children

Children benefit from playing with modelling dough to promote their creative skills. They use their imagination as they take part in a range of arts and craft activities. While playing with modelling dough they use a range of small tools, for example rolling pins and dough cutters. Children enjoy dressing up activities enabling them to act real life situations. They take pleasure in showing their friends and adults their plaited Afro Caribbean wig. Children are able to build and construct because they have access to a range of construction toys such as example wooden blocks and train tracks. Children are beginning to gain an understanding of some features of living things through activities such as growing fruit and vegetables. For example, they grow water melon seeds, tomatoes, sweet peppers and cress. There are appropriate opportunities for children to make marks through drawing activities. Children are beginning to use numbers in everyday situations by

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and outcomes for children

counting objects and toys, enabling them to develop skills for the future. They also benefit from playing with puzzles and a posting box to develop early problem solving skills.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a suitable understanding of how children learn. Consequently, children are steadily making progress in their learning and development. The childminder is able to talk about how she is moving children on in their next stage of development. However, systems to to undertake observations and assessments to effectively track and support children's learning and development are in the early stages. Children are cared for in a generally well maintained environment. They are encouraged to wash their hands at appropriate times which minimises the spread of cross infection. Children receive healthy snacks. They also benefit from a range of healthy freshly prepared meals, which help them to develop good eating habits. Choices includes chicken pie, tuna and sweetcorn wrap, vegetable stew and roast chicken. Children are beginning to learn how to keep themselves safe on outings because the childminder talks to children about road safety

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and outcomes for children

Children's physical skills are adequately promoted because they go out on regular trips in the community to take older children to and from school. They regularly play in the garden and have access to a suitable range of outdoor equipment. This means they benefit from regular exercise and fresh air. 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 3 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 3 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 3

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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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Records to be kept) 02/08/2012

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Records to be kept) 02/08/2012

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