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Inspection report for early years provision

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EY335225 Unique Reference Number 17 April 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 who was registered in 2006, lives with her husband and four school-aged children in a two bedroomed, twelfth floor flat in the Belsize Park area in the London Borough of Camden.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The flat is close to local shops and there are various children's groups nearby. Most childminding activities take place in the living room and there are facilities to rest in the bedrooms. The childminder is registered to care for two children under the age of 8 years and currently has one child on roll.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is satisfactory. Children are healthy and well looked after. They are cared for in a clean, well organised environment with appropriate measures in place to prevent the spread of infection. Their welfare is safeguarded by the recording of information about their medical needs. However parents have not given their signed consent for the childminder to administer 'Calpol' if it is needed.

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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 Children have opportunities to get fresh air and exercise when they go for walks or to the nearby park. They also attend local children's groups where they enjoy joining in the activities.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children's meals are provided by the parents although the childminder sometimes introduces them to new foods such as bananas or freshly made juice. Parents are informed of what their child has eaten when they talk to the childminder at the end of each day. Children have access to drinks throughout the day.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. The home is organised to provide space for children to play. They have access to all areas of the flat but tend to stay in the living room where they use a selection of clean, well maintained toys. A gate in the doorway prevents them going into the kitchen. A travel cot is available for rest and the baby settles quickly when placed here to sleep.

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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 completed training in first aid and describes the action she will take should a child have a raised temperature.

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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 and is aware of the possible signs that might alert her to a problem.

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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 positive. They have access to a selection of resources and the childminder chats with them and they look at books together. The children enjoy stories and being sung to. The childminder takes photographs of the activities they do and these are shared with the parents and involve them in their children's progress. The childminder encourages the baby's developing mobility by placing toys just out of her reach that have to be stretched for, however she has limited knowledge of other ways to extend the play.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The children see the wider community and learn about their environment when they walk to the shops or park or enjoy a bus ride. There are regular visits to the local toddler groups where the children enjoy playing and meeting other children and adults.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. Children are valued and respected. The childminder understands their needs which are discussed with parents, however limited details about children's individual routines are recorded. The children start to learn about other lifestyles and cultures when they go out into the diverse community where the childminder lives.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The children are learning about good behaviour. The childminder is a positive role model. She is patient, speaking quietly and gently and her interaction with the children is affectionate.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 Working with parents is considered important and children benefit from the positive relationships which develop. The childminder discusses her policies and procedures with parents, and provides copies of these in the parent pack. The use of contracts and record forms ensure that the childminder has current information which help her provide appropriate care for the children. The certificates of registration and insurance and the leaflet about Ofsted with contact details are displayed for parents.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. The children are happy 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 childminder has a first aid certificate and has attended training to help her develop her practice.

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Organisation

The record keeping is generally well organised although there are weaknesses in the information recorded about children's individual routines.

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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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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): • develop the written information recorded about each child at the start of a placement • obtain written permission from parents before administering medication to children

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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 • increase knowledge of ways to plan and provide activities to extend children's play and help their development

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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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