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Unique reference number 137138 Inspection date 16/12/2008 Inspector Rebecca Elizabeth Khabbazi

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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 1994. She lives in a three bedroom house in a residential area within the London Borough of Bromley. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding. There is a garden available for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for four children under eight years old and there are currently two children in the early years age group on roll.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder promotes all aspects of children's welfare and learning successfully. She offers an inclusive service and is sensitive to children's individual needs. She has good relationships with parents, which support children's good progress in their development. The childminder makes use of self-assessment to ensure she continually improves the service she provides.

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further?

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

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further?

 re-evaluate hand drying facilities to ensure the risk of cross-infection is minimised  extend partnerships with other providers delivering the EYFS for minded children so that relevant information is shared to ensure progression and continuity in learning and development across different settings

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provision

The childminder ensures all required documentation is in place and is well organised and accessible. She reflects on the service she provides and shows a commitment to development and improvement. She makes sure she keeps up-to- date with changes to ensure all requirements are met. The childminder makes good use of local training opportunities to update her skills. For instance, she has completed a child protection awareness course, which means she knows what steps to take if she is concerned about a child and helps safeguard their welfare. Partnerships with parents are well established and ensure each child's needs are taken into account. There is a good two-way flow of information, including daily verbal discussions and a contact book. The childminder has positive relationships with other providers who deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) to children in her care. They exchange information on a regular basis, but this has

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provision

not yet been extended to include details of progress and development, to promote consistency across different settings. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are happy and settled in the childminder's welcoming, well maintained home. They move freely and confidently around the areas used for minding because the childminder is vigilant about safety issues and takes effective steps to reduce potential hazards. The childminder maintains high standards of hygiene throughout the home. Children learn about simple good hygiene practices when they wash their hands before they eat using liquid soap, although at present they share a towel to dry them, which does not fully protect them from the risk of cross-infection. Children benefit from nutritious home-cooked meals and snacks that take into account their dietary needs, and they help themselves to water from their own cup whenever they are thirsty. Children respond well to the childminder's clear guidance and reassurance and their behaviour is very good.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder supports children's learning effectively and they take part in a broad range of activities and experiences that help them make good progress in their development. Children enjoy outings to the library to choose books or to join in a rhythm and rhyme session; a visit to a playgroup to socialise with other children; or a trip to see the animals at the farm. At the childminder's home they help themselves to a good range of play materials that the childminder ensures are suitable for their age, interests and stage of development. They become absorbed in a game together, bathing and getting their dolls ready for a long walk up and down the hallway in the buggy. They enjoy art and craft activities and sharing a story with the childminder. The childminder makes regular observations of children's interests and achievements and uses these to plan activities for them that build on what they already know and can do. This supports children's

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

continual progress in their learning. 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

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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 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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