Childminder in Greenwich

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Unique reference number EY359570 Inspection date 26/02/2009 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 2007. She is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time, of whom three may be in the early years age group. There are currently two children on roll in the early years age group, attending four full days each week, and before and after school.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder lives with her husband and their two children, aged 16 years. They live in a house close to shops, parks, library and public transport links. There is on and off-street parking. All areas of the property are available for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The family have two tortoises and a dog as pets. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the quality of the provision is good. Children are happy, relaxed and confident in the setting because the childminder is very attentive to their welfare needs and effectively supports their learning and development, helping them to make good progress. The childminder values the uniqueness of each child, providing stimulating activities of particular interest to each of them. The home environment is well arranged, effectively promoting inclusion through easily accessible resources. The childminder demonstrates a high capacity for continuous improvement through her drive and determination to provide quality care and learning experiences for children. She seeks guidance and support with the implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage, striving towards promoting the best possible outcomes for children.

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 develop the use of risk assessment, identifying aspects of the environment that need to be checked on a regular basis, ensuring safe emergency evacuation of the premises  plan and organise a range of activities that promote and value diversity and differences  match observations of children's attainments to the expectations of the early learning goals

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provision

The childminder is organised and efficient with record keeping, demonstrating accountability and promoting children's welfare. She effectively evaluates aspects This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 of her childminding services and readily considers areas where improvements can be made, such as in promoting children's learning and understanding of racial and cultural diversity. Risk assessment is effective in minimising hazards to children and keeping them safe. However, emergency evacuation from the premises has not been fully considered with specific regard to the storage of resources in front of the door to the garden, hindering a swift exit from the kitchen. Children are protected should safeguarding concerns arise because the childminder knows what to look out for and how to make a referral to care services if worried about a child.

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provision

The childminder feels she communicates well with parents through general discussion on a daily basis, sharing information that promotes children's welfare. The childminder shares her journal of childminding activities with parents and emails them photographs of their children taking part in activities, such as woodland walks. These arrangements are enabling parents to have and enjoy a good understanding of their children's play and learning experiences, and helps them talk meaningfully with their children about their activities with the childminder. The childminder observes and records aspects of children's activity, effectively identifying their learning priorities and planning for their needs. Parents are informed of the childminder's findings and they agree on areas in which they will work together, such as teaching a child the names given to different shapes.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage, putting the principals into practice, so that children make good progress. Children enjoy a good range and variety of learning experiences both in the home and outside of the setting, and the childminder links these to the six areas of learning in her planning so that children's all round developmental needs are considered. Children are observed taking part in activities and the childminder makes notes, assisting her in identifying children's next steps in their learning. Although the childminder has a good awareness of individual children's achievements, their attainments and skill levels are not directly linked to the early learning goals, therefore ensuring there are no gaps in children's learning and that they make as much progress as possible.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder provides resources and talks to children about disabilities, promoting a caring and sensitive understanding. Planning covers topics such as Easter and Bonfire night but activities are not offered that introduce children to other religious and cultural festivals such as Divali, limiting their learning experiences of differences. The childminder provides inclusive experiences through making the range of resources and activities offered available to all children. However, the setting is not fully reflecting and embracing the diversity of individuals and communities, enabling children to develop understanding and respect for these. Children have some good opportunities to learn about healthy eating and the importance of good personal hygiene habits, such as hand washing.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are learning to share and take turns, and develop social skills through This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 mixing with others at activity groups. Children's speech and language skills are developing well because the childminder actively participates in discussion with children. The childminder supports children's play effectively, sitting with them and helping them work things out and fit things together, such as the train track, so that they become competent and confident learners. A wide range of creative resources are available to children, enabling them to practise mark-making, develop skills in cutting, sticking and painting. Children enjoy their activities and achieve well because the childminder covers topics of interest to the children, such as 'under the sea', and supports children's learning with a good range of reference books. 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? 2 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? 2

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 2 How well are children helped to be healthy? 2 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 2 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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