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Inspection report for early years provision

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EY320922 Unique Reference Number 29 March 2007 Inspection date Deborah Wilkinson 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 satisfactory. 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 was registered in 2006. She lives with her partner and school aged daughter in a three bedroomed garden flat in the NW3 area of Camden.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

A lounge, bedroom, kitchen and hallway are the main areas used for childminding purposes. There is also a garden for outdoor play.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder who is registered to care for a maximum of two children is currently looking after one child who attends on a part time basis.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is good. Children are cared for in a clean and well organised environment, with good measures in place to prevent the spread of infection. Their welfare is safeguarded by the recording of information about their medical needs. If medication is needed parents give their written consent. Details of administration are kept and parents sign the form to acknowledge that this has been done.

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Helping children to be healthy

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 children are active and there is adequate space for them to move around and play comfortably. Although the garden is not often used, due to work that is being completed, there are regular walks; they often go to Hampstead Heath which is about 15 minutes away.

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Helping children to be healthy

Dietary needs and possible allergies are discussed with parents and a record of these kept. Parents are informed of what their child has eaten when they talk to the childminder at the end of each day. The children sometimes have breakfast and are provided with lunch and tea each day. In the kitchen the childminder and a child chat about lunch. The child pretends to make a sandwich,"it's tuna". The childminder asks "do you like tuna", " yes" replies the child," "then we can have tuna sandwiches for tea." If weather is nice a picnic is sometimes enjoyed on the heath or the childminder may take the children to a local café.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is satisfactory. The home is organised to provide ample space for the children to play. They use the living room, hall and kitchen moving freely and confidently between the areas. The childminder checks the rooms each day using a safety check list. There is selection of clean and well maintained resources and the children choose what they want to use.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

There is a clear understanding of safeguarding children's welfare, with systems in place to record any accidents that may occur. The childminder has a current first aid certificate and a first aid box is available. There is a written evacuation procedure which has been practised with the children.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The children are learning about keeping themselves safe when the childminder talks to them about taking care on the roads.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children are well protected. The childminder understands her role and responsibilities with regard to child protection and keeping children safe. She has completed training about this and is aware of the possible signs that might alert her to a problem. However, the childminder is not fully aware of whom to contact for advice or notify if there are any concerns.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is satisfactory. The children are happy and settled and their relationships with the childminder are very positive. They are comfortable in their surroundings; confident to explore the environment and choose from a selection of resources, which are organised to be easily accessible. Further equipment is kept in the cupboard; the children are familiar with this and choose the box of animals to take back to play with.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The children enjoy listening to music and dance when the childminder puts on a nursery rhyme tape. They sit on the floor to play and make a fuzzy felt picture. They talk about what they are doing and the childminder reminds them that the girl in the picture needs her hat if she's in the sun.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The children go out regularly, often walking to the local one o'clock club where they have opportunities to socialise and join in group play.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

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 make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. Children are valued and respected as individuals. Their needs are met as the childminder knows them well and follows the normal daily routines, which are discussed with parents. The children start to learn about other cultures when they go out and see different lifestyles in the cosmopolitan area where the childminder lives. They have access to some multi cultural resources, including books.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The children are learning to behave well. The childminder is a good role model. She is patient; speaking quietly and gently she explains why behaviour, such as throwing, is not a good idea. She helps the children who are learning to share and take turns. She encourages positive behaviour when she praises the children and appreciates their efforts.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Working with parents is considered important and children benefit from the positive relationships which develop. The childminder discusses her policies and procedures with parents; she keeps them informed about all aspects of the child's day. The use of contracts and record forms ensure that the childminder has current information, helping her provide appropriate care for the children. A notice board displays the certificates the childminder has been awarded for completing training and the leaflet about Ofsted provides them with contact details.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. The children are happy and confident in the home which is arranged to provide them with space to play. The childminder organises her routines to ensure there are regular outings and opportunities for the children to meet other people.

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Organisation

The record keeping is well organised and using individual files ensures that information is easily accessible.

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Organisation

The childminder has attended courses on a variety of topics to help her develop her practice.

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Organisation

The provision meets the needs of the range of children for whom it provides.

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Complaints since the last inspection

Since registration 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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Complaints since the last inspection

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 satisfactory. 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): • ensure you are familiar with the reporting procedure if you have any concerns about a child's welfare and know which organisations to contact for advice

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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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