Childminder in Waltham Forest

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 November 2016 14 March 2013

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

p.1

This provision is good

 The childminder's self-evaluation process takes into consideration feedback from others, including parents and children, which she uses well to improve the provision and children's experiences continuously.  The childminder forms close relationships with parents and encourages involvement in their children's learning at home. For example, information is shared quickly and easily, to encourage a consistent approach between home and the setting.  The childminder provides a wide range of opportunities for children to explore freely and develop new skills. She successfully joins in with children's play to support their learning. All children make good progress with their development.  The childminder effectively supports children to develop positive behaviour and skills. For example, she role models good practice and sets clear boundaries to teach the children right from wrong.

p.1

It is not yet outstanding because:

 At times, the childminder does not promptly link learning experiences she offers to individual children's next steps, in order to extend further their progress at a faster pace.  The childminder misses opportunity to praise children's efforts and help them to recognise their own achievement.

p.1

What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

 make better use information taken from assessments to influence planning and children's next steps in learning, to strengthen further their all-round development  explore broader opportunities to enhance further children's growing self-esteem and self-confidence.

p.2

Inspection activities

 The inspector sampled a range of documentation including the childminder's insurance policy, records of attendance, risk assessments and safeguarding policy.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her daily teaching and care practices.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder, and observed the quality of care, teaching and children's learning.  The inspector looked at the areas, toys and equipment used for childminding purposes.  The inspector took account of the children's views and written feedback from parents.

p.2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder evaluates the setting and she has addressed previous recommendations well. For example, since the last inspection, she has increased the opportunities for children to learn about families within the local community. She maintains her professional development well to enhance her knowledge and skills. For example, she learns how to make better use of resources to extend children's interests. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder attends safeguarding training and has a secure understanding of child protection issues. She is aware of how to report concerns to the relevant authorities. Strong partnerships with parents ensure they are familiar with the setting's routines, policies and procedures, and they know what to expect. In addition, the childminder monitors children's progress and shares this information with parents.

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows individual children well, and she generally provides good indoor and outside play opportunities for them to enjoy and learn. For example, children use their imagination well when using various role-play materials, such as pretending to cook on the stove, and learn about the purpose of different kitchen items. The childminder provides many interesting sensory and creative play opportunities for children to explore, experiment and create ideas. For example, children use various materials to make autumn crowns and they mix different colour paints to make a rainbow. The childminder supports children's literacy skills well. For example, children learn to identify images and talk about stories, and practise their early writing skills.

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children settle well and form close attachments with the childminder. They enjoy playing with other children and develop their social skills well. For example, they learn to share and take turns. Children have the opportunity to develop their personal skills and manage small responsibilities independently. For example, the childminder sensitively stores resources on children's level and encourages them to choose their own play as well as feed themselves. The childminder effectively supports children's healthy lifestyles. For example, she encourages children to eat healthily, and to sleep and rest between their play. The childminder supports children's physical development well. She effectively supervises children and teaches them how to keep safe.

p.3

Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. They develop skills for the next stage in their learning and for school. For example, babies are active; they learn to walk and enjoy nursery rhymes. Older children display good coordination, and they learn to count and recognise letters in their name. They listen and show respect to others.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY435736 Local authority Waltham Forest Inspection number 1062528 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

p.4

Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 14 March 2013

p.4

Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Walthamstow, within the London Borough of Waltham Forest. The childminder operates her service on weekdays from 8am to 6pm, throughout most of the year. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3.

p.4

Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

p.4

Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. 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.

p.4

Telephone number

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/, write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk .

p.5

Telephone number

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our website for news, information and updates at www.ofsted.gov.uk/user.

p.5

Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

p.5