Childminder, Out-of school day care in Redbridge

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Unique reference number EY369543 Inspection date 06/10/2008 Inspector Samantha Smith

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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 2008. She lives with her husband in Woodford Green, in the London borough of Redbridge. The whole of the ground floor and there is a bathroom on the first floor of the home is used for minding. Access to the provision is via the front door with a step. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time and is currently minding one on a part-time basis. The childminder takes and collects children to and from pre-school. She is happy to attend local toddler groups. The family have pets. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years and Compulsory and Voluntary parts of the Child Care register.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are happy and well settled in the warm and welcoming home provided by the childminder. They have established close and caring relationships with the childminder, who knows them well and therefore plans for their individual needs. As a result children take part in a range of fun and stimulating activities that are mostly planned well to meet their learning needs. Parents are provided with good levels of information about the care offered through the written policies and procedures in place. The childminder has yet to begin evaluating her practice in order to improve outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure all children have access to appropriate resources on a daily basis  take into account children own ideas when planning topics and activities  further develop partnerships with other groups attended by minded children to ensure continuity in service

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further?

To fully meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 obtain the appropriate medical aides for children, take appropriate action to reduce identified potential hazards inside and out of the home and update knowledge of how to respond to child protection concerns (W1.1 Safeguarding and welfare) 23/10/2008  obtain all written agreements and signatures of acknowledgement from parents, this relates to permission to take children on outings, in a vehicle, administer medication and seek emergency medical 23/10/2008 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 advice or treatment in the future (W5 Documentation).

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provision

The childminder is generally well organised. Written policies and procedures are in place to support her practice and parents are provided with appropriate information about her provision. Most of the necessary documentation is in place and easily accessible with the exception of some written consents and signatures of acknowledgement which could potentially impact on the overall well being of the children. She has completed the required suitability checks and courses for registration.

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provision

The childminder demonstrates a positive attitude to improving her provision though she has not yet completed the self evaluation form but is aware of its importance. The quality of care and learning is likely to continue to develop as the childminder is keen to further her personal development by attending relevant courses. The learning environment is planned reasonably well to support children's care, learning and play needs. A selection of toys and resources are made available for children each day from the vast range the childminder has stored in a room upstairs.

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provision

The childminder provides a welcoming and child friendly learning environment, where children's individual care needs are considered. Positive partnerships have been established between the childminder and parents and carers consequently, there is a good two way flow of information exchanged. However, the childminder has yet to establish positive working relationships with other groups that children attend. The childminder has identified a number of hazards in and around the home, however these still need to be addressed and there are no forms of risk assessments carried out.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's development is mostly well supported by the childminder who has a sound knowledge of child development and of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). In addition she demonstrates her understanding of the different ages and stages of development and uses this to plan activities both inside and out that meets the needs of the children attending. They receive appropriate levels of support for their ages and stages of development. However, at times resources that have been set out provide limited challenge for older children. Resources are generally stored well at children's level, so that children can make some independent choices about what they play with. However, further resources are not always easily accessible for children if they want to play with something else.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Good use is made of the outdoor space available and children enjoy taking part in a range of fun and enjoyable outdoor activities; they enjoy growing and watering plants, using the tents and the farm. The childminder spends time on their level This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 interacting with them and taking part in their play. At the start of the child's placement, time is spent with the parents gathering and sharing information which helps the childminder find out about children's starting points and this exchange of information is continued, ensuring that parents are fully informed about what their child has done during the day. Plans cover the six areas of learning to ensuring all aspects are catered for and regular observations are carried out in the form of photographs and these are used to demonstrate what children can do. The childminder regularly evaluates activities provided to determine their success.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are confident and developing well. They enjoy spending time at the childminder's engaging in interesting and fun activities and they have developed warm and positive relationships with the childminder and her family. Behaviour is good and children respond well to the childminder's fair and consistent approach. They are learning to be responsible for themselves as they are encouraged to tidy up when they have finished playing. Older children are aware of the needs of the younger children and show a kind and caring attitude towards them. Children are learning how to keep themselves healthy through daily routines and some planned activities. They are encouraged to wash their hands at appropriate times throughout the day, including when they visit the toilet. Cooking activities such as making porridge and fruit salads contributes to children's understanding of healthy eating. This along with policies and procedures contributes their overall health and well-

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

being. However, a number of written consents from parents have yet to be obtained along with signatures of acknowledgement for when medication has been administered, which could have impact on children's overall health and well-being. 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

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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of children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

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

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How effective is the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement? Satisfactory

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How well does the setting work in partnership with parents and others? Satisfactory

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How well are children safeguarded? Satisfactory

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? Satisfactory How well are children helped to be healthy? Satisfactory How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? Satisfactory How well are children helped to make a positive contribution? Satisfactory

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped develop skills that will contribute to their future economic well-being? Satisfactory

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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. 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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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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