Childminder in Hounslow

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Unique reference number EY374034 Inspection date 05/02/2009 Inspector Elizabeth Juon

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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 registered in 2008. The childminder works with another registered childminder and minds from her co-childminder’s house in Hounslow. The co- childminder’s husband lives at the property. The childminder uses the whole of the ground floor of the house for childminding with rest and toilet facilities upstairs. There is an enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder makes use of local facilities such as the park, library and toddler groups. The co-childminder has a cat.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder may care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time. She is currently minding two children in the early year’s age range. When working with a co-childminder, together they may care for a maximum of six children under eight years. Currently they are caring for four children between them. Both childminders have equal responsibility for the childminding practice.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the quality of the provision is good. The childminder and her co- childminder provide a happy, welcoming environment, in which children’s welfare is successfully promoted. The individual needs and family background of the children are understood well to enable children to be included, feel secure and make progress in the setting. There are particularly notable methods in place to support children with English as an additional language. There is no system at present to assist the childminder and co-childminder in evaluating their strengths or areas for improvement in line with current practice.

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further?

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

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further?

 obtain the Early Years Foundation Stage statutory framework and guidance and update knowledge and understanding of the requirements  obtain current information on the Local Safeguarding Children's Board and the procedures for referral  ensure vehicle insurance is appropriate and adequate for business purposes  ensure the first aid kit is sufficiently stocked To fully meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 complete an appropriate paediatric first aid course (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 09/03/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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provision

The childminder cares for children in her co-childminder’s pleasant home. Children feel welcome as they enter and see their art work displayed and a written welcome in their own home language. The setting runs smoothly on a day-to-day basis as the two childminders work co-operatively to ensure children are content and well occupied. The childminder has gained valuable previous experience of caring for children as a nursery assistant in a more formal setting. This has helped her to develop an understanding of how to provide suitable activities to encourage children’s learning through play. The varied selection of stimulating resources are clean and in good condition and easily accessible to children to aid independent decisions about their play and promote their self-care skills, such as, the step which enables children to reach the basin and wash their hands. Together, the childminders provide daily and weekly activities that offer variety across the six

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provision

areas of learning. Their understanding of the valuable resource, the Birth to Three Matters Framework and by adhering to the requirements of registration enables them to promote children’s welfare and help them to make progress in their learning and development. However, they do not have any current information on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) to be able to reflect on and evaluate their practice using the new standards. The childminder has a positive approach to attending further training and will endeavour to update her knowledge to ensure the outcomes for children match the new guidance for learning and development. The childminder promotes strong links with parents to ensure consistency of care for the children. She demonstrates a high regard for children’s individual needs and cultural background to help children be proficient in the English language and be able to manage in their future settings, such as, nursery and school. The

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provision

resources and equipment are within the co-childminder’s home but the childminder is fully aware of what is available to the children. She is jointly responsible for compiling risk assessments, fire procedures and daily checks, ensuring the setting is safe and that resources are clean and in good condition to promote children’s health and safety. The childminder understands the importance of safeguarding children from harm. However, there is no current information on the Local Safeguarding Children’s Board should concerns arise about children in her care, nor the appropriate business use vehicle insurance in place to fully ensure children’s welfare. Comprehensive and detailed records, policies and procedures to promote the safe and efficient management of the provision are jointly produced by the childminder and co-childminder. However, although providing worthwhile information to parents, they relate to the old National Standards. The childminders

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provision

each take responsibility for their contracted minded children and each complete a register of attendance, child records, parental consents, accident, medication records and children’s observation, daily diary and assessment tracker records. Undertaking this key person role provides security for children and reassurance to parents.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminding is very much a joint venture, with the co-childminder and both showing affection and respect to all the children present. This ensures confident This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and happy children. The childminder takes specific responsibility for her minded children to support their learning. Children have opportunity to improve the language and communication skills as they choose from a plentiful supply of story books. Children snuggle up to the childminder as she reads a story and asks questions that make children think. Children develop confidence and self-esteem because the childminder enables them to make decisions and praises their achievements. The childminder and her co-childminder have consistent daily routines, to provide a secure environment for the children, for example, outings in the morning and returning for a meal and rest. Children’s emotional well-being is

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

fostered as the childminder ensures they deal with the daily care of their minded children, for example, changing a nappy or cuddling a child to sleep. Children are beginning to learn how to share and play co-operatively with the childminder’s sound guidance and consistent approach to behaviour management. Children learn appropriate habits such as, washing hands before eating, saying please and thank- you and sitting at the table to eat to provide a basis for appropriate behaviour now and in the future. Children enjoy a worthwhile range of activities which help to promote their good health, including walks to the park. The childminder ensures they have suitable clothing so weather, such as; snow does not inhibit enjoyment but provides a fun learning opportunity. Children receive lots of warmth and affection. This supports their emotional well-being and gives them the confidence to explore new experiences. Their individual routines are adhered to for eating and

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

rest and the childminder is aware of their likes and dislikes. Nutritious meals and snacks help children develop healthy eating habits from a young age. Children are cared for in an environment that is clean and tidy and where they receive good support to develop an understanding of personal hygiene. Children regularly socialise with other children at local toddler groups; this encourages their understanding and use of the English language. Children play with resources that promote positive images of diversity in the wider world. Children benefit from the trusting partnership between parents and the childminder which ensures children’s well-being. In agreement with parents, children are taken to extra-curricular activities such as ballet and proudly show off their tutu and ballet shoes. The childminder has begun to record observations carried out on each child by completing the tracker book. However, this process does not identify each child's

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

next step sufficiently clearly to plan effectively for their next step in 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? 1 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? 3 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 registration.

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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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