Childminder in Enfield

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Unique reference number EY306075 Inspection date 23/10/2008 Inspector Julia Louise Crowley

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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

Children only attend this setting before and/or after the school day and/or during the school holidays. The judgements in this report reflect the quality of early years provision offered to children during those periods.

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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 2005. He lives with his mother and father and adult sibling. They in Edmonton in the London borough of Enfield. The ground floor of the childminder’s parents house is used for childminding plus a first floor bathroom/toilet. Access to the childminders home is via one step into the house and one step into the garden area. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder when working alone is registered to care for a maximum of four children at any one time. However, when working with his mother, who is also a registered childminder, may care for 6 children at any one time. Currently, they are childminding seven children, some on a part time basis.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. He attends local toddler groups and takes children to the local library and park. The family have one cat. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are well occupied and cared for because the childminder ensures he has the necessary information from parents to meet the children’s individual needs. The childminder promotes an inclusive practice by providing children with play resources that are enabling, challenging and support their learning. Resources around the children reflect positives images of culture, gender and abilities. The childminder is motivated to update and enhance his practice by attending childcare training and reading childcare publications. He and his co-childminder provide a stimulating and interesting environment that supports the children's knowledge and understanding.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure children progress through the early learning goals by further improving activity planning during the week  ensure thorough risk assessments are effectively completed and recorded

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provision

Children make good progress in their learning and development because the childminder is focused on helping and supporting all of the children. He makes careful observations that are discussed with his co-childminder. These are used to create opportunities for development in the children's learning. For example, each child has a tracker book, where observation and photographs assist the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 childminder's planning for play activities. However, planning for each week can not be seen by parents as it is not written down.

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provision

Although the self-evaluation document was not completed, the childminder clearly and effectively assesses his childminding practice and identifies areas of strengths and weaknesses. He is highly motivated to ensure that the children have an interesting and varied day, where they feel secure and supported throughout.

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provision

The childminder transports children to and from nurseries and childcare groups where he has forged strong links. Currently, he and his co-childminder contribute to an early years communication book that has been provided by the children’s nursery. He informs parents on a daily basis of what the children have achieved and compliments and supports children’s progress with other early years providers. Consequently, children’s learning is reinforced and varied.

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provision

All records required for a safe and efficient childminding practice are available. All parents see the policies and procedures and sign that they are in full agreement. Consequently, children are well cared for and parents are effectively informed. The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding children and has effective systems for monitoring and recording, should he have concerns.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children play in a sufficiently safe environment both indoors and outdoors, as effective safety risk assessments are completed, however action taken is not recorded. The childminder supports children’s learning, offering them a wide range of resources, materials and play equipment that inspire and challenge them. For example, children select materials, such as papers, scissors, stickers, glue pens and calculators from a large display cupboard.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Books are displayed attractively on a large shelving rack, where access is easy for children of all ages. Time is spent reading, spelling out words, connecting sounds and letters and generally chatting about their day.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has experience working with children who have learning difficulties and disabilities. He is sensitive to the importance of creating an enabling environment for all children and ensures activities, whether adult-led or child- focused, match the children ages and stage of development. Consequently, children grow in confidence and self-esteem. 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? Good The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement. Good

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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? Good

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

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

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

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

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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 or 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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