Childminder in Greenwich

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Unique reference number EY320185 Inspection date 13/11/2008 Inspector Silvia Richardson

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Type of setting Childminder This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Introduction

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under Sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of the registered early years provision. ‘Early years provision’ refers to provision regulated by Ofsted for children from birth to 31 August following their fifth birthday (the early years age group). The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and welfare, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Introduction

The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration whichever is the later, which require Ofsted or the provider to take action in Annex C.

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Introduction

The provider must provide a copy of this report to all parents with children at the setting where reasonably practicable. The provider must provide a copy of the report to any other person who asks for one, but may charge a fee for this service (The Childcare (Inspection) Regulations 2008 regulations 9 and 10).

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Introduction

The setting also makes provision for children older than the early years age group which is registered on the voluntary and/or compulsory part(s) of the Childcare Register. This report does not include an evaluation of that provision, but a comment about compliance with the requirements of the Childcare Register is included in Annex B. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Description of the childminding

The childminder was registered in 2006. She is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder works with an assistant and is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time. She is currently minding three children in the early years age group and one child before and after school.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder lives in a house close to shops, parks, library and public transport links. There is off-street parking available. All areas of the property are used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder has no pets. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association (NCMA) and is an NCMA accredited childminder.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The children's learning environment is exceptionally well organised and arranged, affording exciting and motivating play and learning experiences. Children have superb opportunities for exploration and discovery using a vast range of resources, helping them to acquire knowledge and skills and make rapid progress. The childminder effectively promotes inclusion, ensuring all children have equal access to the learning environment and take part in stimulating activities that acknowledge, respect and value differences. The childminder conscientiously strives for continuous improvement through her commitment to attending further training.

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further?

To further improve the high quality early years provision the registered person should consider:

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further?

 using self-evaluation, to consider how instructions are given to children to support their cooperation

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provision

The childminder is rigorous and thorough in her implementation of policies and procedures and in her maintenance of records, ensuring the safe and efficient management of childminding arrangements and services. The childminder uses her documentation to effectively promote accountability and to demonstrate how she meets the welfare and learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Self-evaluation is recorded extensively and clearly shows the childminder's theoretical knowledge and understanding of children's needs and through discussion, she shows willingness to reflect on her practise. The childminder plans meticulously for children's learning and the organisation and presentation of the home environment is outstanding in This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 ensuring the diverse needs and interests of the children are addressed.

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provision

Partnerships with parents, carers and other agencies are strong, so that children's individual needs are clearly assessed prior to joining the setting and then continually monitored. The childminder builds on children's agreed care and learning plans, so that activities are tailored to their expressed interests, helping to establish and sustain an enthusiasm for learning. Parents and carers are made very welcome, so that they may observe their children playing in the setting and discuss plans with the childminder for the next steps in children's learning. Children are safeguarded well, because the childminder knows what to look for and how to effectively observe and record any concerns and report appropriately to care services. Appropriate arrangements are in place for collecting children, so that they are safe and only released to carers by secure prior arrangement.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The ground floor rooms of the childminder's home are attractively set out as a pre- school learning environment, providing a haven for exploration and discovery. The six areas of learning are clearly reflected, so children are able to develop knowledge and skills and make rapid progress towards the early learning goals. Children are enjoying a superb range of play and learning resources, which are exceptionally well organised, so that they are easily accessible and children can make real choices about what they want to do and with what they wish to play. The childminder uses resources creatively and innovatively with the children, stimulating their interest and imagination. The childminder helps children develop their ideas and gives real meaning to their activities, recording children's responses about what they have made and completed.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Much of the children's art, creative and other work is displayed, valuing their efforts and achievements and enabling children to share and discuss their experiences with others. Play areas include an attractive and comfortable reading area and a 'chill out' zone, ensuring a good balance of restful activities. Children are enjoying stimulating indoor and outdoor learning experiences, some child- initiated and others as planned adult-led activities. Observations and assessments of each child's achievements, interests and learning styles clearly identify learning priorities. This is enabling parent, carer and agency partnerships to plan relevant and motivating learning experiences for each child that address their learning and development needs.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder talks to the children all the time while they are playing, engaging them in lively conversation and discussion about colours and shapes, what things look and feel like, so they explore and make discoveries using all their senses. Arrangements for collecting autumn leaves encourage children to sort and count, and role play opportunities, such as their play shop, encourage calculating and problem solving. Children enjoy using writing resources, forming letters and numbers confidently. They discuss healthy eating and the importance of fresh air and exercise as part of their routines. Children are clearly gaining a vast amount of knowledge through well planned activities and are beginning to develop social skills, so that they can play collaboratively. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder talks to children about the importance of sharing and taking turns,

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

although sometimes they misunderstand what is being asked of them, so they may be less cooperative. The childminder has introduced a picture exchange communication system (PECS) helping children to understand and express their feelings and to identify key aspects of routines, such as snack, meal, rest and activity times. Picture signs such as 'good listening' are helping children to feel good about themselves, to communicate with others and effectively promote integration and inclusion in a range of activities, including group board games and story telling. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

The key inspection judgements and what they mean

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

Grade 1 is Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Grade 2 is Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Grade 3 is Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Grade 4 is Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough

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of children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

How well does the provision promote inclusive practice? 1 The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement.

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How effective is the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement? How well does the setting work in partnership with parents and others? How well are children safeguarded? 1

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 1 How well are children helped to be healthy? 1 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 1 How well are children helped to make a positive contribution? How well are children helped develop skills that will contribute to their future economic well-being?

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

procedures set out in the guidance available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Met This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex C: complaint/s made to Ofsted

This section of the report includes details of any complaint/s made to Ofsted when:  we took action for the provider to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register; or  we asked the provider to take action in order to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register; or  the provider had already taken any necessary action to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register.

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Annex C: complaint/s made to Ofsted

We will not report on any complaint where the provider met the requirements of the Early Years Register or did not require any action by Ofsted or the registered provider.

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Detail of the complaint/s

There have been no complaints made to Ofsted since registration.

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Detail of the complaint/s

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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