Sandymoor Ormiston Academy

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Unique reference number 147683 Inspection date 22/10/2008 Inspector Julie Biddle

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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 1990. She lives with her one adult child in the London Borough of Harrow. The ground floor of the house and upstairs bathroom is used for childminding purposes. There is a fully enclosed garden 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; there are currently five children on roll. The childminder receives support from the local authority and she has obtained 'Quality First' accreditation through the National Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder's ability to recognise the uniqueness of each child significantly contributes to the exemplary care they receive. Children benefit from stimulating communication and interaction that helps them feel safe, secure and confident.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Plans and observations are in place and ensure each child's individual needs are met and they make excellent progress towards the early learning goals. In addition, the good relationship with parents and carers means they are very well informed of their child's progress.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, an inclusive and a very welcoming service is provided by the childminder. A highly effective self evaluation system helps lead to improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop planning and assessment processes

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provision

The childminder has developed a very extensive self evaluation process that is aimed to bring about further improvement to her service and outcomes for children. For example, she has developed detailed observations that include details of the children's starting points and aims for future challenges. The childminder has consistently attended training sessions, meaning she has ensured all her childcare knowledge, skills and guidance are up to date. This commitment to improvement and training benefits the excellent childcare she offers.

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provision

Extensive and well documented records, policies and procedures safeguard children's welfare and ensure parents are included in their child's care. These are regularly reviewed in line with requirements and to ensure that the needs of all This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 children are met.

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provision

The very well organised environment and risk assessments contribute to the children keeping safe and feeling protected. The childminder helps the children to understand the importance of being safe when in the home or outdoors. She talks to them about road safety, stranger danger, and staying safe in the home environment.

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provision

Children have easy access to an exciting variety of toys and learning resources, which captures their interest and motivates them to learn. The childminder organises the environment to allow children to explore freely, thereby assisting them to become independent learners. Children are enabled to independently select their play equipment, the childminder enthusiastically supports their choices. Children equally enjoy singing 'this is the way we tidy up' as they complete this task.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The very enabling environment helps children to make progress in all areas of learning and development. Resources are easily accessible as they are stored in low- level units, this enables children to self-select and make choices in their learning and play. The childminder is passionate about her care of and work with the children. She praises children as they accomplish and complete activities; she is constantly encouraging them to challenge themselves. For example, she asks children if they would like to try and write their names on their creative work. Children are delighted as they cut, stick and create a toy box with their favourite toys in. She makes excellent use of these opportunities to introduce questions about colour, shape and favourite toys. Children have considerable opportunities to enjoy a range of experiences. This is evident in photographs which show children digging in the garden, playing with play dough and on outings to a lido and the park. The

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

childminders plans experiences that build upon children's own interests, such as Olympics in the garden during the summer. She adapts activities in order to ensure that all children are included and involved.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are extremely happy and well behaved. They learn to share and take turns, for example, as they complete a jigsaw and build with building blocks. Books in dual language and that reflect differences are available for children to use, and the childminder ensures that resources include positive images. Written observations of children's progress show evidence of them learning through practical activities and spontaneous opportunities.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder responds to the individual needs of the children as she works with parents and carers in order to establish their personal needs and requirements. Children are encouraged to learn about acceptable behaviour through the calm approach which the childminder adopts. The childminder speaks to the children in a respectful caring way that captures their interest, and contributes to the children's self esteem and wellbeing. 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? Outstanding The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement. Outstanding

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

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

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

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

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How well are children safeguarded? Outstanding

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

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

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

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

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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

Since the last inspection there have been no complaints made to Ofsted that required the provider or Ofsted to take any action.

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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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