Eastwood Village Primary School

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Unique reference number 140378 Inspection date 25/11/2008 Inspector Gulnaz Hassan

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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 has been registered since 1980. She lives with her grown up son in a two bedroom house in South Tottenham in the London borough of Haringey. The kitchen and back room which serves as a play room are easily accessible to children and visitors. One bedroom and the bathroom are situated on the first floor and are available for childminding purposes. A fully enclosed garden is available for outdoor play. The family have a pet cat.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children under eight years and of these three may be in the early years age group. The childminder is also registered on the compulsory part of the Childcare Register. There are currently three children in the early years age group on roll. The childminder is available to look after children from Monday to Thursday.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The overall effectiveness of the provision is good. The childminder works particularly well in partnership with parents and as a result she meets the needs of children in the Early Years Foundation Stage effectively. The childminder promotes most aspects of inclusive practice generally well, for instance she meets the needs of individual children consistently. The capacity of the childminder to maintain continuous improvement is good. For instance she is aware of aspects of her practice, such as promoting children's knowledge and understanding of diversity, that are less well developed and she has identified sources of support to secure improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 promote children's understanding of diversity through activities that encourage children to talk about and develop an understanding of similarities and differences and the reasons for these  ensure that observations are used to plan for the next steps in children's progress and development towards the early learning goals

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provision

The childminder is conscientious in evaluating and reflecting on the provision she offers. The childminder is aware of the strengths and weaknesses of her provision and she has taken effective action to bring about improvement. In addition a previous recommendation with regard to assessing risks to children, in respect of furniture and resources, has been met well. The childminder has attended training and works closely with the early year's development team in order to secure long term improvement and good outcomes for children. Partnerships with parents are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 well established and the two way flow of information ensures that children's individual needs are met well. Information about children is further enhanced by home visits and this has a good impact on the childminders understanding and knowledge of children's starting points and interests and this has been integral in

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provision

supporting children's learning and development. Furthermore, the childminder has established good links with the additional educational settings that children attend. The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of child protection issues, she has guidelines to share with parents and is secure of the procedures necessary to secure the welfare of children in the event of concerns or allegations.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are making good progress towards the early learning goals and they show positive attitudes to learning. The childminder plans a range of balanced activities and experiences that have clear links to the areas of learning. Children are progressing exceptionally well in certain areas, for instance in communication, language and literacy, where children demonstrate very good levels of vocabulary and in problem solving, reasoning and numeracy. For instance, children can count everyday objects, such as the pieces of post and the number of cars in their collection. The childminder knows children and their individual interests well, she discusses these with children and resources available, such as books, take into account the development of children's individual needs. In addition to planned activities, children enjoy initiating their own play, for example, children engage in pretend and imaginative play enthusiastically. Children are further supported by

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

the good range of easily accessible play materials and resources available. Children enjoy everyday practical activities, such as preparing the table for lunch, helping to make their sandwiches and fetching the post. There are satisfactory systems in place for observing and documenting children's progress and capabilities, as yet these are not used to plan for the next steps in children's progress. Children have access to a number of resources and play materials, such as books, puzzles and dolls that reflect diversity and disability. The systems in place to generate regular and planned discussion and understanding of diversity, differences, similarities and the wider community are less well developed.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a good level of commitment to promoting children's safety. For instance the quality of risk assessments and awareness of hazards ensures the safety of children. In addition the childminder carefully assesses risks to children, for instance when visiting local children's centres, libraries and parks. Risks and hazards are discussed with children so that their sense of safety has been developed well. They are very aware of outdoor safety and know the reasons for safety rules, such as using scissors carefully and riding scooters near the wall when on the pavement. Clear accident and sickness procedures are in place, these have been agreed with parents and ensure that prompt and suitable action is taken in all eventualities. Children are cared for in a clean home where good hygiene and food preparation procedures ensure the health of the children. Children enjoy nutritious and well balanced meals, snacks and drinks served

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

throughout the day. Menu's are organised in partnership with parents taking into account the specific requests of parents as to the suitability of meals provided. Children's behaviour is suitably managed and children are learning to manage their This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 own behaviour. In addition children are well supported and frequently praised so that they demonstrate good levels of confidence and security. The childminder works effectively with the parents to ensure that management of behaviour is consistent in practice. 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 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 received by Ofsted since the last inspection.

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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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