Childminder in Barking and Dagenham

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Unique reference number EY303165 Inspection date 22/01/2009 Inspector Amanda Gill

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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 May 2005. She lives in a two bedroom home in Dagenham, in the London borough of Barking and Dagenham. The premises are within easy access of local schools, public transport, shops, parks and local community resources. The whole of the premises is registered for use, the ground floor lounge and play room are the main areas used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder does not have any pets.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for no more than six children under eight years of age. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory part of the Childcare Register. The childminder currently has two children in the early years age group on roll. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association (NCMA).

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder provides effective care and education for children in the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder has created a welcoming environment, where all children can play freely and benefit from the range of resources and activities available. Inclusive practice is good and the childminder responds flexibly to the needs of each child and their family. The childminder is effective at ensuring children make good progress towards the early learning goals, through systematic observations and assessments. Parents receive regular information regarding their children's daily routine and on the progress of their learning. The childminder has made improvements since the last inspection and ensures that all records are maintained.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve systems to identify the starting points of all children on entry to the provision.  further develop the self-evaluation process to help identify ways to improve outcomes for children

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further?

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

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further?

 request written permission from parents for seeking emergency medical advice or treatment (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 04/02/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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provision

Effective written safeguarding policies and procedures are in place to ensure children are protected. For example, clear and robust procedures are in place for the arrival and departure of all children and the childminder has a clear knowledge of her role and responsibilities in reporting safeguarding concerns. Visual safety and risk assessments of her home are carried out daily and she takes prompt action to minimise any risks to the children.

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provision

The childminder holds a current first aid certificate. This means that she can give appropriate treatment if there is an accident to a child in her care. Most of the required accident and medical records are in place. However, the childminder has failed to obtain written permission from parents for seeking emergency medical advice or treatment which is a legal requirement of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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provision

The childminder's home is well organised and provides children with opportunities to become independent. For example, resources are easily available in the lounge and the play room and laid out on the carpet. Flexible daily routines allow them to experience a varied range of activities in the home and to develop their knowledge of the community. The childminder works closely with the local children's centres and has good links with the local authority and the toy library.

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provision

The childminder plans her day well and ensures all of the children's needs and routines are incorporated. The childminder is committed to ensuring that her service is inclusive for all families. Parents are made to feel very welcome and pre- placement visits provide parents with a valuable opportunity for their wishes and preferences to be agreed. The childminder provides parents with written copies of her policies and procedures, menu samples and activity plans. Parents receive good information about their children's care through regular verbal feedback at the end of each day and can look at their child's development files any time they wish to.

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provision

The childminder does not currently self-evaluate her practice but, through discussion, was able to identify her key strengths and areas for development of her provision. The childminder is committed to striving for improvement to provide quality care and education. She has completed many training courses and intends to continue to attend additional training to further develop her knowledge and enhance the service she provides.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder's home is well organised and provides children with opportunities to become independent. There is a good balance between child-initiated and adult- led activities. Children are keen to participate in the range of activities provided and are encouraged to independently choose resources and initiate their own activities and games. Planning is good and effectively supports the childminder in ensuring that every child is able to make good progress in all areas of learning. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children enjoy a good balance of different types of activity throughout each week with opportunities to explore, to play physically, to express their creativity and to develop number and communication skills on a regular basis.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

During activities the childminder supports the children very well. As a result, the children are keen to take part in the range of activities provided, such as puzzles, building blocks, soft balls, musical instruments, listening to stories and arts and craft equipment. The childminder is very aware of children's likes and dislikes and ensures that children are kept stimulated and interested in the things around them every day. Children enjoy purposeful and exciting outings within the time they spend in the childminder's care, such as to the local parks, the children's centres and other places of local interest. The children learn about road safety through projects and discussion such as the safest places to cross the road.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Daily plans effectively cover all areas of learning and the activities provided relate closely to the written planning. Although, the childminder does not currently have a system in place for gathering information to help her assess each child's individual starting points. The childminder completes observations and assessments for each child and records them in their individual development file. The childminder completes spontaneous and planned observations of each child and uses photographs to reflect children's development. This ensures the childminder is able to provide feedback to parents on the progress the children are making and their next steps for development. For example, she is very aware that one particular child has become very attached to the drum and thoroughly enjoys playing this everyday. The childminder is now trying to develop this enthusiasm further by encouraging him to play with a range of different instruments that make

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

There is a strong emphasis from the childminder to ensure her practice is inclusive for all families. Children enjoy a variety of activities which help them to learn about a range of world festivals and this, combined with a good range of resources, helps children to understand the world they live in and develop a sense of respect for others. Children behave well, learning to treat each other with kindness and responding well to requests and instructions from the childminder. 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 made to 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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