Childminder in Tower Hamlets

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Unique reference number EY333084 Inspection date 09/02/2009 Inspector Liz Corr

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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 2006. She lives with her husband and two children aged two and seven years. They live in a two bedroomed house in the E3 area of the London borough of Tower Hamlets, close to parks, schools and local drop-in groups. Children access the whole of the ground floor. There is an enclosed garden available for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than two may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding three children in this age group. She also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder collects children from the local school and attends several toddler groups on a regular basis. She is a member of an approved childminding network and is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good. Children are happy and learning in the care of the childminder and their welfare is promoted very effectively. The childminder has created a welcoming environment and has formed secure relationships with the children in her care. Children are making progress in their learning as they take part in a varied range of planned and spontaneous activities. Their individual needs are very well met as there are good systems in place for communicating regularly with parents and carers. Children's individual backgrounds are highly valued as the childminder successfully promotes inclusion.

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further?

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

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further?

 further develop procedures to ensure that risk assessments are fully implemented for outings  further develop the good learning opportunities children are offered by providing young children with a wide range of natural materials to explore  continue to develop knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage guidance to formalise children's starting points and fully develop partnership working with other agencies.

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provision

The childminder has a very organised approach to childminding. All documentation is readily available for inspection and there are secure systems in place to ensure confidentiality. The childminder is committed to improving her childcare knowledge This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 through further training, with regular sessions taking place on a Saturday. Secure support systems have been developed through her local childminding network. She has also begun to use self-evaluation to monitor the strengths of her setting and identify improvements.

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provision

The childminder has well organised systems to promote children's safety. Risk assessments are undertaken indoors and safety equipment such as gates and socket covers are all in place. However, formal systems to risk assess outings are not fully developed. Fire safety equipment is in place, including a fire blanket and smoke detectors which are checked regularly. Children are learning to keep safe as they take part in emergency evacuations. Children are collected by adults that are known to the childminder and uses precautions such as passwords to ensure their safety. Children are protected from harm and abuse because the childminder has a clear understanding of her role with regards to recording and reporting child protection concerns. Parents are also informed of her role.

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provision

The childminder holds a current first aid certificate. This means children receive appropriate care in the event of an accident or emergency. Secure systems ensure that parents are well informed of any accidents and are provided with a written report.

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provision

The childminder has developed secure partnerships with parents. They are provided with very useful information about their child's day by way of a daily diary and discussion. Diaries are taken home and are also used by parents to record significant details. The childminder responds to requests from parents and works in partnership to ensure children's individual needs are well met. A comments book is used by parents on occasions, to respond to events that have taken place. Comments and references from parents confirm they are very pleased with the care their children receive.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are confident and secure in the childminder's care. The childminder has developed a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Consequently, children are provided with many good opportunities to help them make progress in all areas of learning. Activities are planned in line with children's interest and stage of development. Their progress is well recorded using photographs and text to illustrate their development. Records and details of their daily achievements are regularly shared with parents which helps to promote their involvement in their child's learning. Systems for recording children's starting points are not fully developed to help assess their initial progress after they settle into her care. Systems for working in partnership with parents are working well. Some children attend settings who also provide the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. However, communication systems with staff at these settings to

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

A stimulating learning environment has been created. Children access a good range of play equipment. They receive a balance of home based and group activities at local drop-in groups which helps promote their social skills. The This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 childminder is sensitive to children's feelings and works hard to ensure they feel secure and comfortable in her care. A settling-in period is organised around their individual needs and close working relationships with parents ensure that children's daily progress is monitored and shared with parents. The childminder allows children time to adjust after they have had a nap. They sit with her and enjoy being cuddled until they are ready to play with the other children. Consequently they are secure in their relationship with the childminder, which helps them to form friendships with other children.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Even very young children enjoy being involved in creative activities as they play with play dough. Children's interest in early reading is promoted with the use of story bags. Children enjoyed reading the story of the Gingerbread Man and using props from the story. Their interest was further promoted as they cooked Gingerbread and made their own cut-outs of Gingerbread Men and Women. A stimulating range of activities and play equipment is available at each session. Babies and toddlers access play equipment stored on low shelving in several different areas around the home. This maintains their interest and increases their independence as they help themselves to play equipment. Young children have some opportunities to develop their curiosity and explore as they access natural play materials. However, the childminder has identified that she wishes to increase her supply of natural play materials.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

There is a strong emphasis from the childminder to promote inclusion. She recently acquired a selection of books to increase children's understanding of disability. During story sessions the books are used to raise their awareness as they discuss the characters from the stories. Children's home languages are valued as the childminder provides dual language stories which are shared with all the children. This helps to promote their self-esteem and provides a valuable opportunity for all the children to value other cultures.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are cared for in a clean and well organised environment. They are provided with individual hand towels and bed linen which helps to prevent the risk of cross infection. Children eat well in the childminder's care. Their individual dietary needs are well recorded and adhered to. Freshly cooked meals and healthy snacks of fresh fruit are provided. Children are easily able to access fresh drinking water whenever they need to, as their individual cups are left within easy reach. 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? 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 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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