Childminder in Bromley

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number EY295283 Inspection date 21 July 2005 Inspector Donna Bonner

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Type of inspection Childcare Type of care Childminding

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This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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ABOUT THIS INSPECTION

The purpose of this inspection is to assure government, parents and the public of the quality of childcare and, if applicable, of nursery education. The inspection was carried out under Part XA Children Act 1989 as introduced by the Care Standards Act 2000 and, where nursery education is provided, under Schedule 26 of the School Standards and Framework Act 1998. This report details the main strengths and any areas for improvement identified during the inspection. The judgements included in the report are made in relation to the outcomes for children set out in the Children Act 2004; the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding; and, where nursery education is provided, the Curriculum guidance for the foundation stage. The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration or 1 April 2004 whichever is the later.

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough For more information about early years inspections, please see the booklet Are you ready for your inspection? which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are good. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder has been registered since 2004. She lives with her adult daughter. They live in a house on a residential road in Bromley. There are shops, schools, parks and a main line station within walking distance. The whole of the ground and first floor is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder is registered to care for 4 children at any one-time. She is currently minding 3 children.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 The childminder attends local facilities regularly. She is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is satisfactory. Children play in a welcoming environment where they learn to follow good hygiene practices through their daily routine. They know that thorough washing of their hands before meals and after using the bathroom helps to prevent cross-infection. Children are further encouraged about the benefits of a good cleaning routine from the childminder as she is a good role model and maintains a clean home. Children's welfare is safeguarded as the childminder has suitable arrangements if children are ill. The childminder holds a relevant first aid qualification and so has the knowledge and equipped boxes to act appropriately in the event of an accident. Permission to seek emergency medical treatment is not requested from parents to ensure their wishes are followed. Children enjoy choosing from a wide choice of meals and snacks which meet their dietary needs and the hours they attend. They benefit from a broad range of healthy

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Helping children to be healthy

and nutritious meals which are healthily prepared and appeal to all, for example fruit salad, stir-fries or chicken salad sandwich. Children enjoy meals as a relaxed and social occasion as they sit and talk together with the childminder and eat at their own pace. Children's specific individual needs are respected as the childminder gives thorough consideration to allergies and well chosen alternatives are provided. Children enthuse about the trampoline they use regularly in the back garden and such physical exercise encourages their good health. Local park visits offer increased opportunities for them to be involved in physical activity.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. Children are well cared for in a welcoming and safe home where risks are minimised to prevent accidents. They are well supervised and there is ample space that is well organised so that children move freely and have good access to a wide variety of toys and equipment. These resources are safe and well chosen to ensure that children play safely. Children understand how to keep themselves safe through discussions with the childminder when out. She further encourages their safety when travelling in a vehicle by maintaining the required documents. Child protection guidelines are available and the childminder understands her duty to protect children in her care to safeguards children's welfare.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. Children enjoy a full range of well planned stimulating activities which are arranged invitingly. Varied indoor and outdoor games help encourage their all round development. Children benefit from visits to local parks and make good use of the garden where they may also use skipping ropes. Children speak freely with the childminder and develop good relationships where trust is being built. The childminder encourages them to express themselves by asking good questions and listens well. This encourages their responses and also extends their language. Children engage in spontaneous play and feel a great sense of pride as they enthusiastically complete their activities, for example fine beading. They freely suggest ideas to the childminder, for example knitting and sewing, to learn and practice new skills . Children's self-esteem is further enhanced as their ideas are included in plans and the childminder offers them support in this way. Further

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

creative opportunities such as paints and cooking widen children's creative development where they can play alone or as part of a group.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is good. Children's individual needs are met very well as the childminder discusses their needs with their parents and respects their wishes by planning effectively. Good systems are in place to ensure all children are well cared for. Children also benefit from consistent care as the childminder and parent have talks on collection. Children's self-esteem is promoted as they receive effective praise and encouragement. Children are confident and value and respect each other's needs. They talk happily and openly about differences, their home life and things that are important to them. Children behave well. They are secure in the home and assume appropriate responsibilities such as tidying toys away. Children show respect for each other and the equipment by playing team games and taking turns. Children understand and practice consistent ground rules by playing nicely within the clear boundaries.

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Organisation

The organisation is good. Children's needs are recorded on contracts which are reviewed regularly with parents. Clear records, including attendance and procedures, are well organised and easily accessible. Children receive good support from the childminder and feel secure in the welcoming and well organised home. The register shows good ratios are maintained so that their needs are met well. Parents receive regular feedback on their child and this encourages consistent care. The provision meets the needs of the range of the children for whom it provides.

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Organisation

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are good. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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The quality and standards of the care

To improve the quality and standards of care further the registered person should take account of the following recommendation(s): • request permission from parents to seek emergency medical treatment

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The quality and standards of the care

procedures set out in the leaflet Building better childcare: Compliments and concerns about inspectors' judgements which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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The quality and standards of the care

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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