Childminder in Southwark

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Unique reference number EY371032 Inspection date 03/11/2008 Inspector Josephine Geoghegan

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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 2008 and lives in the Old Kent Road area of Southwark with her two daughters and younger sister, all of whom are over the Early Years age range. All areas of the home are accessible to minded children, except the bedrooms. There is an enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder is currently caring for one child in the Early Years age range. The childminder does not employ an assistant or provide overnight care. The family do not have any pets. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register to care for a maximum of three children. The childminder is also registered on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The needs of children in the Early Years Foundation Stage are met well as the childminder shows a clear understanding of their individual needs, their progress and areas to promote further development. Children benefit from good relationships with the childminder; they are settled and purposefully engaged in play. Although no children presently attend who are learning English as an additional language or have identified learning difficulties and/or disabilities, systems are in place to promote inclusive practice. In addition, children are supported in learning about all people in the community. The childminder shows an awareness of promoting continuous improvement, enabling children's needs to be met.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to extend knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage six areas of learning and development; evaluate observations of children's progress with regard to the areas of learning.

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provision

Children and parents benefit from the childminder's professional approach to childminding. For example, children's learning and development is promoted effectively as the childminder plans a range of interesting activities and outings. In addition, good systems are in place to assess children's progress, although the areas of learning and next learning steps are not presently recorded. Children's welfare is promoted well within the setting and while on outings. The childminder holds appropriate qualifications in childminding and first aid and has attended an Early Years Foundation Stage training course. The childminder has systems in place to evaluate her service and has extended the range of resources available since registration. Effective systems are in place to promote partnership with parents, for example, parents participate in a gradual settling in process, enabling This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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provision

children to feel secure when their parents leave. All information is shared effectively through use of a home contact book, required documents and policies and procedures devised by the childminder to support the management of her service. Children's welfare is safeguarded as the childminder implements a range of safety procedures effectively, including suitability checks for household members and appropriate systems are in place to ensure any concerns regarding children's welfare are dealt with promptly.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children show interest in their environment, moving freely and making choices of toys and books. They have secure relationships with the childminder and enjoy snuggling in for cuddles and respond well to a small number of boundaries with encouragement and support. Children benefit from lots of interaction with the childminder, helping to extend their vocabulary during play and while looking at books. Children's independence is fostered well during meal times, developing their self care skills. Children show interest in a variety of objects and familiar things as they explore the items in the heuristic play treasure box made by the childminder. Children have good opportunities to develop their sense of place as they participate in frequent outings in the local environment. They are supported well in recognising special people as they look at a book containing photos of their extended family with the childminder. Children's physical skills are promoted well

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

as the childminder encourages them to move freely, for example, developing their confidence and walking skills. Children are developing their sense of rhythm as they jig along to music. They have opportunities to use a range of resources aimed at promoting imaginative play.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children benefit from a balanced routine as the childminder plans a variety of indoor and outside activities and outings that are appropriate for their age and stage of development. Children's progress is monitored well as the childminder makes written observations of children's progress and is able to clearly discuss their next learning steps. However, observations are not evaluated to show which area of the Early Years Foundation Stage six areas of learning and development they relate to, limiting the effectiveness of the assessment process.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's safety is promoted well as the childminder ensures the home is well maintained and a range of safety equipment is in constant use, such as stair gates and smoke alarms on every level of the home, electric sockets are covered and the play space is clear, enabling children to move freely and safely within the home. Good systems are in place to help safeguard children's welfare as all adults in the home have completed suitability checks and the childminder knows what to do if she is worried a child is being abused. Children benefit from good communication between the childminder and parents. For example, all required documents are shared appropriately, such as records of any accidents, children's attendance and information about children's individual needs. In addition, the childminder has devised a variety of policies and procedures that are shared with parents, providing clear information regarding the care offered. The childminder has a

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

range of resources available that support the learning and development of the currently minded children; these include books and toys that promote equality and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 home made resources, such as shakers and a treasure box. Resources are in good condition and well organised, enabling children to make choices and develop their independence. Children's physical care needs are met through use of an appropriate range of equipment, such as a travel cot and highchair. Children are offered a variety of healthy snacks and meals provided by parents are stored and prepared appropriately by the childminder. Good systems are in place to ensure children's individual dietary needs are known and records are shared with parents regarding food and drink intake of younger children. 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 raised 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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