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Inspection report for early years provision

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EY343057 Unique Reference Number 13 June 2007 Inspection date Natasha Parsons 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 14 year old son in the London borough of Hackney. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's home in addition to the living room on the first floor is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. She attends local under fives groups and takes children to the book library and local parks.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder is presently caring for two siblings under the age of five years, on a part time basis.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is satisfactory. The children are cared for in a clean and appropriately maintained home. They benefit from the sound hygiene practices in place when the childminder prepares children's meals, changes nappies. Children are enjoying learning about the importance of hygiene practice's when they wash their hands before eating, after using the toilet and clean their teeth after meals.

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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 are protected as the childminder has recorded accident's well and parents have been informed. Medication record forms and written parental consent for emergency medical treatment is in place. The childminder has an unwell policy is in place, which protects children.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children are unprotected as the childminder does not have a first aid qualification, she is however committed to undertake this training as soon as she can secure a place on a course.

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Helping children to be healthy

The childminder provides children with regular opportunities to engage in physical exercise when they walk, run outside , visit parks develop their climbing skills and use the garden. Children's individual rest needs are met in consultation with parents wishes.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children are well nourished as they are provided with a variety of nutritious home cooked meals and snacks which they enjoy. The childminder is aware of their dietary needs and incorporates this information into her menu plans which are displayed for parents information.

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Helping children to be healthy

Mealtimes are a sociable occasion, when children's independence skills are fostered and they have the opportunity to try new foods and taste's. Children remain well hydrated as they can freely access suitable drinks during the day. However written records of food eaten for the under two's is not kept, this information is shared verbally with parents.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is satisfactory. The childminder's home is safe and secure children are protected as there are safety measures in place for example window locks, stair gates, and children are supervised by her when using the staircase. Children are learning about staying safe when they are encouraged not to throw items and use equipment appropriately.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The childminder has appropriate safety practices for outings, for example children remain in her direct supervision, wrist straps, children are learning about crossing roads safely and stranger danger.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children are protected as the childminder ensures play materials and equipment are suitable, cleaned regularly and broken items are thrown away. Babies are protected from small objects that could cause chocking. Equipment is used appropriately to ensure children are safe, for example a harness would be used in a highchair.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children have benefited from the childminder making them aware of the action they would need to take in case of a evacuation emergency, however this plan is not written, practised or recorded.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The childminder has a sound knowledge of child protection, the signs and symptoms she would take appropriate action to safe guard children. Children are appropriately protected from un vetted adults.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is satisfactory. Children enjoy the time they spend in the childminder's home, they benefit from being able to move freely between the indoor play area and the garden. Play materials and equipment is accessible and rotated to maintain interest. A planned activity programme ensures children

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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 have opportunities to experience different groups. A good balance of time is spent at groups and the childminder's home this ensures children's individual care needs are met.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The childminder plans to meet children's individual interests and their age and stage of development, however the childminder missed opportunities to extend vocabulary and learning within an observed cooking activity.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

Children have opportunities to develop their independence for example when they feed themselves, and develop their walking skills. Children take part in outings and enjoy sharing this information with their family this helps strengthen the link between the childminder's and home.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The childminder knows the children well, and a secure relationship has been formed. The children are confident within the setting and make themselves at home. Children's art work is displayed this helps children to develop a sense of belonging.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. Children are developing an awareness of the local community when they attend groups, visit parks and local events, their individuality is valued and respected by the childminder.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The childminder has a limited range of play materials and equipment that reflect diversity, however children are becoming aware of disabilities through play materials and discussion with the childminder. She is committed to extend the range of diversity materials available. Children are encouraged to participate and experience all types of play regardless of their gender.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children with learning difficulties and disabilities would be appropriately cared for and the childminder would seek the advise and training needed to support the placement, while ensuring the needs of all children in her care could be met.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children behave well and respond to the childminder's requests, this can be attributed to the individual attention they receive. Children are acknowledged and praised for their good behaviour this helps to build confidence and self esteem. Boundaries and the management of unacceptable behaviour are appropriate, children benefit from the consistent approach practised by the childminder.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

A committed working relationship between the childminder and parents ensures the daily exchange of relevant information about the children, their progress and activities. Children sense of belonging is aided when parents are welcomed into the childminders home and their contribution is valued. A well thought out settling procedure enables children to settle at their individual pace, and a working relationship to become established between parents and childminder.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. The childminder is developing her role and making links to establish herself as a childminder within the local community and childcare groups. Children are not protected as the childminder does not have a first aid qualification, She is committed to participate in relevant childcare and first aid training.

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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 Children's wellbeing is safeguarded as the childminder has all the required records and consent forms in place which enables her to meet children's needs and parents requests are followed. Documentation is stored to ensure it is accessible, and confidential. Policies and procedures that have been put into place are effective and shared verbally with parents.

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Organisation

The childminder is aware of the legal requirements, for example notifying Ofsted of significant events. She has a sound knowledge of the national standards and child development. This contributes to children's overall welfare.

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Organisation

The childminder meets the needs of the range of children for whom she provides.

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Complaints since the last inspection

There have been no complaints since registration.

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Complaints since the last inspection

Since the last inspection 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. 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 range of play materials and activities that reflect diversity. • enhance parent information for the under two's with written records reflecting daily activities, developmental progress and care needs, • ensure completion of a first aid course which includes training for young children.

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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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