Childminder in Croydon

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Unique reference number EY374352 Inspection date 11/05/2009 Inspector Pamela Patricia Paisley

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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 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. She is on the Early Years Register and on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder lives with her husband and her three year old child in South Norwood within the London borough of Croydon. The whole ground floor and one bedroom on the first floor of the childminder’s home are used for childminding. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children at any one time and is currently minding two children in the early years age group. The childminder 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’s individual needs are met well and there are effective links with parents to help involve them in their children’s care and education. Plans for the future are well targeted to bring about further improvement to the service the childminder provides and the outcomes for children. The childminder provides an inclusive and welcoming environment where children are making good progress in their learning and development.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop the observation, assessment and implementation of children's next steps by using the Early Years Foundation Stage guidance, to ensure the six areas of learning are effectively covered and planned for

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provision

The childminder completes regular risk assessments and assesses potential risks to children and procedures and practices are in place to minimise these at all times. Appropriate safety equipment is used according to the age and needs of the children attending including socket covers and cupboard locks. The childminder's home is organised creatively to provide a rich learning environment where children play and learn. They have independent access to good resources which meets their individual needs. Well organised policies and procedures are used to promote the welfare and care of the children. The childminder is committed to making improvements to the service she provides and since been registered she has devised questionnaires so that children are able to give her feedback on what activities they enjoy taking part in. She has begun to evaluate her practice and intends to attend training to enhance her knowledge and skills. The childminder

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provision

has a well established partnership with parents, who are well informed about their children’s achievements and progress. The childminder has effective procedures in place to safeguard children and has a good understanding of her role and responsibility to report any concerns she may have. 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 making good progress in their learning because the childminder plans and provides worthwhile play and learning opportunities that are stimulating and support them in their learning and development. The childminder has developed a system for observations and assessments but is not yet fully secure in her knowledge of how to use the Early Years Foundation Stage guidance effectively to ensure she is promoting all aspects within the areas, as best as she can. Children are gaining good problem solving, reasoning and numeracy skills as they work out how to complete puzzles, look at shapes, numbers and investigate growth charts of different vegetables. Children are developing good physical skills through regular trips to parks where they can use climbing frames, slides, swings and play a game of football. Children often go on walks to the library and local shops. Children eat healthy snacks and meals that help them understand foods that are

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

good for them. The childminder encourages the children to get involved in menu planning and fruit and water are accessible throughout the day so children can help themselves.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are learning good social skills. They enjoy each other's company and are beginning to understand the importance of sharing and taking turns when playing. Children take part in a good range of outdoor activities. They visit the library for story and rhyme time, they attend several children centres where they can explore with sand and water, arts and crafts and interacting boards. Children have good access to books and enjoy listening to stories told by the childminder. The childminder asks questions about the characters in the books, which encourages language and extends their vocabulary. The childminder divides her time well to ensure that each child spends individual time with her. Children have regular access to a computer, digital camera and programmable toys such as a washing machine and cooker to increase their knowledge about everyday technology. There are good opportunities to learn about living things as they visit vegetable and fruit

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

farms where they can pick their own strawberries and pumpkins. They are developing a good understanding about different cultures and beliefs through books, discussions with the childminder and celebrating different festivals throughout the year. The childminder has effective emergency evacuation procedures in place to safeguard children. They practise regular fire drills so that they gain a good understanding of how to keep themselves safe. 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

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