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Inspection report for early years provision

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EY319712 Unique Reference Number 21 November 2006 Inspection date Salma Raquib Inspector

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Childcare Type of inspection Childminding Type of care

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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

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

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 November 2005. She lives in a one bedroom ground floor flat in Dulwich, in the Borough of Southwark. There is an enclosed garden for outdoor play. The childminder takes children to local resources on a daily basis. The accommodation is close to a good bus route, train station, parks and schools.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder cares for her nine year old granddaughter. The childminder is registered for three children under eight years; currently there are 2 children on roll.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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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

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is good. Children stay healthy because the childminder ensures children follow highly effective procedures. They enjoy a wide range of physical outdoor activities on a regular basis which contributes to their good health. They walk to and from local parks and shops and regularly play in the garden where they are able to learn new skills. For example, playing on the swing, climbing and jumping from the climbing frame. This helps them to grow in confidence and self-esteem. They are becoming increasingly aware of the effect exercise has on their bodies and know when to take a rest or a drink.

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Helping children to be healthy

The adult support and guidance helps children gain an excellent understanding of hygiene and a desire to become increasingly independent in personal care. Children are cared for in a warm and clean home where good hygiene practices are promoted, to reduce the risk of cross-contamination. Children have a good understanding about germs and how it can be passed from one person to another. Children are taught to wash their hands before meals, after playing in the garden and using the bathroom. All children have individual towels and wipes are accessible for children to use themselves.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. Children are cared for in a welcoming, secure and safe environment because the childminder identifies and minimises risks for children in the home. This means children are able to move around safely, freely and independently. The childminder teaches children road safety whilst out in the community; for example, during walks to the park, shops and library. As good practice children will become familiar with the emergency evacuation procedure, so that they know the procedure to follow in an emergency.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The childminder has a good understanding of how to ensure a balance of freedom and setting safe limits. Children independently select activities from a wide range of good quality toys and equipment, which meet safety standards. The childminder carefully monitors and supervises children’s choice of toys, making sure they are safe and appropriate for their age and stage of development.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The childminder safeguards and promotes children’s welfare. She has clear child protection policies and procedures and understands her role with regard to child protection issues. The childminder holds a current first aid certificate and has an understanding of child protection procedures. Parents countersign accident and medication entries and appropriate records are maintained.

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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 thoroughly enjoy their time at the childminder's home. Activities are thoughtfully set out to create an interesting and stimulating environment. Children achieve well because the childminder is highly skilled, affording children individual time and attention. The routine is child-centred and focussed on ensuring children are settled and purposefully occupied. Although the childminder has the Birth to three matters framework she would benefit from further training, to enable her to incorporate the Birth to three matters components fully in her practise; this will further enhance the childminders care.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The children's individual needs are fully met while attending the provision, as they feel at home and part of the family. They have a positive relationship with the childminder. Children's confidence and self-esteem is given high priority as they are offered praise and acknowledgment for their efforts and achievement. Children's independence is fostered as they make their own choices and decisions. Self-esteem is high as they settle quickly and select their chosen activity from the good range of toys and equipment available, playing imaginatively with the resources and creating their own games and ideas. The children regularly participate in messy play and outdoor activities; for example, climbing frame, slide, balls and bike. They explore the garden, under the careful eye of the childminder, looking, smelling and feeling the plants and trees learning about the different plants and herbs.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

Outdoor activities afford children opportunities to practice both fine motor and gross motor skills, when they throw a ball and catch it or ride their bikes. The childminder helps the children to develop their all round skills praising and encouraging their achievements. Outings to local resources aid children's social and physical development.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is good. Children are valued, respected and treated as individuals. The children develop an understanding of other people and the world around them; through the use of a range of readily accessible resources promoting positive images such as books, finger puppets and dolls. The childminder has experience of working with children with learning difficulties and/or disabilities.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children are encouraged to be independent and make their own choices. Children are very confident in their surrounding. They have a good relationship with the childminder which makes them feel safe, secure and part of the family. The childminder provides a friendly, stimulating and comfortable atmosphere. Children are fully aware of the house rules and behave well . They play co-operatively together, sharing and taking turns .

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Organisation

The organisation is good. Children are well cared for and benefit from an organised environment. The childminder has an organised port folio including clear written policies and procedures. This is readily available to parents providing them with detailed information about how the childminder organises her

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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 business and provides suitable care for the children. She has well organised records which are suitably filed and stored to maintain confidentiality. The childminder regularly attends training to update her knowledge and skills, enhancing her childcare practice further.

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Organisation

The provision meets the needs of the range of children attending.

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Complaints since the last inspection

Since 1 April 2004 there have been no complaints made to Ofsted that required the provider or Ofsted to take any action in order to meet the National Standards.

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Complaints since the last inspection

The provider is required to keep a record of complaints made by parents, which they can see on request. The complaints record may contain complaints other than those made to Ofsted.

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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): • make sure children are familiar with the emergency evacuation procedure and practice the fire drill • further develop knowledge and understanding of the Birth to three matters framework to enhance childcare practice

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The quality and standards of the care

set out in the leaflet Complaints about Ofsted Early Years: concerns or complaints about Ofsted's role in regulating and inspecting childcare and early education (HMI ref no 2599) 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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