Childminder in Hillingdon

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number EY298542 Inspection date 23 June 2005 Inspector Keriann Belcher

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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 was registered in 2004. She lives with her partner and two children aged 2 and 10 years in Uxbridge n the London Borough of Hillingdon. The whole of the house, except the main bedroom is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of 3 children at any one time and is currently minding 2 children under five all day. The childminder is not registered to provide overnight care.

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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 drives to the local schools take and collect children. The childminder attends the local parent and toddler groups. The family has no pets The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is good. Children enjoy a range of healthy meals, which are provided to meet their individual dietary requirements. Children sit and eat comfortably using age appropriate seating and enjoy sociable meal times with the childminder. Children are protected from illness and cross infection as they do not attend if they are unwell or contagious. They are cared for in a warm, clean home. Good policies and procedures are in place for first aid, accidents and medication, so that children are cared for in a safe and efficient manner. Children are given daily a good range of opportunities to progress in their physical development by outings to toddler groups, the garden and to explore their environment.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is satisfactory. Children are cared for in a safe home, where risks are identified and reduced. This means children can move around safely, freely and independently. The childminder has devised a clear policy to evacuate children in the event of a fire or emergency. However, she has not practised this with the children ,so that they are not familiar with the procedure in the event of an emergency. Children can independently select age appropriate activities from a range of safe, good quality toys and equipment. The children are well protected by the childminder's good knowledge and understanding of her role and responsibility in child protection.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. Children are delighted to be in the childminders company, vocalising and having fun. Their language skills are developed by activities such as singing and listening to stories. There are good opportunities for children to develop their early writing skills

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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 when drawing. Children are engaged in a variety of activities which support their progress and learning. For example, imaginative games as they play with the toy kitchen and food. Children make good progress in all areas of their development as the childminder has a secure understanding of how children learn. Children are settled well and receive lots of warm, individual attention.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is good. A range of resources reflect different cultures and disability which enables children to gain a positive image and to learn about the world we live in. The childminder has good anti-discriminatory attitude to her childcare which enables the children to learn by example and to feel good about themselves and respect others. Children are happy because parents share information about their child's individual needs with the childminder and the childminder respects their wishes. Good introduction plans ensure that children are content in the childminder's home. Positive methods of behaviour management ensure that children are well behaved. The methods used enable the children to learn right from wrong.

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Organisation

The organisation is good. Children benefit from the childminder's willingness to develop her skills. For example, doing asthma management training. The childminder organises her day well so that children have a variety of experiences and they can follow their own routine. The documentation is used effectively to promote the welfare, care and learning of the children. They are regularly shared with parents to keep them well informed about the service and their child's activities. Overall, the needs of the children are met.

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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 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): • Improve fire precautions by practising the fire evacuation procedure, so children are prepared should an emergency situation were to arise.

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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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