Childminder in Bromley

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Unique reference number EY376318 Inspection date 19/01/2009 Inspector Silvia Richardson

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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. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She lives with her husband and their two daughters aged one and four years. The family live in a house in Bromley, close to shops, parks, library and public transport links. The whole of the property is suitable to be used for childminding. Minded children play in the living room and dining/playroom. The kitchen and family bathroom are situated on the ground floor. There is an enclosed back garden for outdoor play. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children at any one time and is currently caring for two children in the early years age group. The family keep a pet dog. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are extremely happy and making excellent progress, because the childminder is very attentive to their welfare, learning and development requirements. Children are thriving in the setting, because the childminder values the uniqueness of each child and responds warmly to their individual needs. The childminder creates an inclusive environment, which reflects and promotes positive attitudes towards racial and cultural differences, so that children develop understanding and respect for others. The childminders capacity for continuous improvement is really good, because she is highly motivated and committed towards providing the best possible outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve risk assessment, with particular attention to ensuring flexes and stair gates are safely secured  continue to develop partnership working, in particular the system for involving parents as part of the ongoing observation and assessment process of their child's learning journey

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provision

The home is very well organised, so that children have plenty of space to sit and relax, play comfortably on the floor with toys and sit up at the table for creative activities. They enjoy a broad range of learning experiences, some of the children's choosing, and some in which the childminder has planned to help children towards the next steps in their learning. Clear and accurate records are kept, including a register and visitor details, promoting accountability. Polices and procedures provide some good information about childminding arrangements and are well presented to encourage reading. Self evaluation is rigorous and thorough, helping This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 the childminder to really think about the quality of care and learning opportunities she provides for children. The childminder successfully identifies her strengths and builds on these, promoting good outcomes for children. Some areas of outstanding

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provision

practice are identified, associated with children's health and well-being and their enjoying and achieving in the setting.

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provision

The childminder establishes positive relationships with parents and carers, so that children enjoy continuity of care and consistency in approaches to learning. Effective communication is enabling the childminder to build on children's learning experiences in school, so that they take part in activities that consolidate their learning, for example, about different religious and cultural festivals. Excellent use is made of contact books for exchanging information about children's welfare. Good use is also made of planning booklets, although parents are not fully involved in the ongoing observation and assessment process of their child's learning journey. The childminder keeps a record of risk assessment, helping to promote safety. However, not all details are fully recorded and some areas have been overlooked, for example a loose flex and fixings for the stair gate at the bottom of the stairs. Children are safeguarded should concerns arise, because the

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provision

childminder knows what to look out for and how to make an appropriate referral.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's play and learning experiences are fun and stimulating, through provision of an excellent range and balance of resources. Play materials are very well organised, sorted into sets and labelled, so that children see what is available to them and help themselves, encouraging independent learning. The childminder consistently has the six areas of learning in mind and these are reflected well in the layout of the playroom, creating enabling and inclusive environments for play and learning. Children enjoy learning experiences both indoors and outdoors, because the childminder takes advantage of opportunities as they arise, such playing and exploring in the snow, using all their senses. The childminder extends children's interests in living things, for example, planning a visit to a local farm, bringing learning to life.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder effectively assesses, evaluates and monitors children's acquisition of knowledge and skills using the 'look listen and note' system, so that planning for next steps builds on children's previous success, helping them make excellent progress towards the early learning goals. The childminder seeks the views of children, asking them what they enjoyed and what they would like next time, involving them in their learning processes. Parents are informed about their children's progress through regular discussion and in writing, using contact books. However, the system in place does not provide for parents to contribute fully to children's learning journeys.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children take part in an excellent range of enjoyable activities promoting their learning of how to stay safe in a range of situations, such as road safety, 'stranger danger' and fire drills. Children enjoy an active lifestyle, walking to and from school and using local parks. They are encouraged to make healthy choices from a variety of nutritious foods and learn about good personal hygiene, such as hand washing, This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 promoting their health and welfare. Children use a range of books, stories, play figures, dolls and role play, to learn about different faiths and cultures, developing respect for others. The childminder supports children to be kind to each other, share toys and take turns with games, developing social skills, positive attitudes and desirable behaviour. 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? 1 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 1 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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