Childminder in Hillingdon

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Unique reference number EY374767 Inspection date 05/02/2009 Inspector Kim Mundy

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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. She lives with her husband and adult daughter in Hayes in the London borough of Hillingdon. The childminder is also a foster carer and cares for one child, aged eight years. The childminder uses the ground floor, first floor bathroom and one bedroom for childminding purposes. Access to the premises is via one door step. There is a fully enclosed garden for outdoor play. The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. She attends the local parent and toddler group.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time and is currently minding four children within the early years age group. The same conditions of registration apply when an assistant is present. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the provision is satisfactory. Children have access to a range of toys to help them make sound progress towards the early learning goals. Their progress is observed and recorded, although the childminder is not yet securely linking her observations to the outcomes of the early learning goals. Children's individual needs are met by the childminder as they arise and partnerships with parents are promoted well. The childminder places a strong emphasis on children's safety and security. She is committed towards evaluating and improving the service she provides to children and parents.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop planning and assessment arrangements to ensure children's progress and development are closely monitored against the EYFS and use this information to identify children's next steps in learning.  organise the environment to make the best use of space in relation to setting up activities for children to access independently.

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provision

The childminder's paperwork is well organised and relevant policies and procedures are shared with parents. Strong emphasis is placed on children's safety, a thorough risk assessment is in place and children practise the fire drill regularly. The childminder has a sound knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children in the event of possible child abuse. She has appropriate routines in place to protect children from unnecessary illness, for example, wearing gloves for nappy changing. Children do not attend when they are infectious. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder has satisfactorily completed a self-evaluation form highlighting her strengths and weaknesses. She knows what she needs to do to further improve her practice in meeting children’s care, learning and play experiences. For example, planning activities, assessing and recording children’s progress towards

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provision

Partnerships with parents, carers and other professionals are promoted very well. Parents are consulted about their children's individual needs and developmental starting points. Information is shared through the use of daily diaries and photos of their children during play activities. The childminder provides good support for children with English as an additional language, which contributes to building their confidence and self-esteem. She initiates links with the children’s school by introducing a message book system, which helps to provide continuity of learning and care.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder is beginning to plan, observe and record children's individual progress. However, observations are not yet securely linked to the early learning outcomes to help identify their next steps for learning.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are playing with interactive toys, dolls and looking at books. The childminder has a wide range of toys and resources, although they are not organised to enable children to choose independently. In addition, the childminder is not using the space effectively for children to explore and investigate. Children extend their play as the childminder joins in, asks questions and suggests new approaches. They are beginning to develop their early writing skills as they chalk, paint and draw. Children concentrate well and display a sense of achievement by smiling as they post shapes successfully. They enjoy singing, looking at books and playing musical instruments, such as a keyboard. They are developing their imagination as they take their dolls shopping. The childminder has close relationships with the minded children. As a result, they are happy and confident in her care. With the childminder’s support children learn to play cooperatively and to

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

take each other’s needs into account. Children enjoy outings to pre-school groups, library and park, which broadens their experience as they explore their community and socialise with others.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children with English as an additional language are helped to settle and feel secure because the childminder learns words in their home language. She actively seeks out resources, such as books and posters in different languages to use with the children.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are learning to keep themselves safe as the childminder talks about road safety and encourages them to tidy away toys so that they do not become a tripping hazard. Children follow routines that support their health, such as daily opportunities for exercise and fresh air. They are developing their physical skills as they use push-a-long toys, run, slide and climb apparatus. The childminder This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 provides healthy snacks and meals according to children's individual dietary requirements. 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? 3 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? 3

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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? 3 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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