Childminder in Ealing

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Unique reference number EY294520 Inspection date 16/04/2009 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 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 2004. She childminds on her mother's premises who is also a registered childminder. The whole of the house and outside playroom are used solely for childminding purposes and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. Access to the premises is via one front door step. The family have a cat. The childminder walks and drives 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 three children under five and one child over five after school. When working with another childminder together they may care for up to 12 children at any one time. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The quality of the provision is outstanding. Children's achievement is outstanding, because the excellent provision for helping them learn and develop is highly focused on fulfilling the needs of each individual. Children's safety and welfare is exemplary. The childminder's capacity for further improvement is excellent. She sets clear goals and has very effective arrangements for monitoring and evaluating her service.

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further?

To further improve the high quality early years provision the registered person should consider:

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further?

 continue to develop opportunities for parents to be involved in their children's learning and setting future targets.

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provision

The children feel at home and at ease in the well organised environment, which means they are confident to initiate their own play and learning. The childminder is very enthusiastic and motivated. She has developed a comprehensive range of policies and procedures to support her excellent child care practices, which she continues to review. The childminder is proactive in ensuring she keeps up to date in childcare issues by attending regular training, thus benefiting the children. Procedures for promoting children's safety and welfare are excellent. The childminder carries out a thorough risk assessment of the premises. Safety gates are in place at the kitchen door and to prevent access to the stairs. Smoke alarm checks and fire evacuation practises are clearly recorded. The childminder has an excellent understanding of food and nutrition through attending food and hygiene training. The childminder provides an excellent range of high quality nursery

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provision

This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 furniture, toys and resources.

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provision

The childminder has excellent systems in place to monitor the effectiveness of her provision through self-evaluation, parent questionnaires, working with early years advisors and talking to the children. She is extremely keen to continue developing her knowledge and skills by attending many training courses to benefit the children, for instance, a speech therapy course.

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provision

Partnership with parents and carers is excellent. All paperwork required to promote the welfare, care and learning of children is in place and is well organised. Her registration certificate and qualification certificates are displayed so that they are available for parents to view. The childminder provides a wealth of information for parents, for instance, she observes, evaluates and records the children's developmental progress, uses photos and samples of their art work. This comment from one parent reflects the views of many others 'the childminder displays knowledge and insight of the developmental needs of children and is keen to work in partnership with me to promote my child's development. I respect and admire her commitment to her professionalism'.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are having a marvellous time in the childminder's care. The atmosphere is very relaxed and children certainly have lots of fun. Settling-in arrangements enable parents and children to get to know each other well and this successfully eases children's transition into the care of the childminder.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children have excellent opportunities to learn about healthy lifestyles as they wash their hands before snacks and after toileting. All record keeping for medication and accidents is of a very high standard. Children are given nutritious snacks and meals that encourage healthy eating and their individual dietary requirements are catered for. They particularly enjoy home made fruit smoothies with fromage frais. Children's safety is paramount; they are learning to keep themselves safe, for instance, when out and about in the community, children learn about road safety and stranger danger. Children are very well-behaved, they respond positively to the consistent praise and encouragement given by the childminder. As a result, children are developing positive self-esteem and confidence.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has an excellent knowledge and understanding of how children learn and develop and she plans a wealth of activities in advance, although this is very flexible to enable children to put their own ideas into practice. Boys and girls achieve equally well because activities are designed to appeal to their different interests. The childminder uses a rich vocabulary to encourage, praise and extend children's participation, concentration and independence in a wide range of appealing learning activities. Children's curiosity is invigorated by encouraging them to explore and experiment. There is a good balance between activities that are led by the childminder and those that children choose for themselves. Children are very keen to join in all activities; they proudly help by carefully carrying pots of paint to the table in preparation for a craft activity. Children love to show their creations to the other children and adults.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Babies and children have excellent opportunities to learn through using their senses. They explore lots of objects in the treasure basket, use play dough, sand and water. Children have excellent opportunities to recognise colours, shapes and numbers, for example, as they build with bricks, fit puzzles together and thread pasta. They are increasing their knowledge of technology as they use cash tills, telephones and magnifying glasses. The childminder spends all her time playing and interacting with the children which ensures they are absorbed, happy and well-occupied throughout the day. Children are highly valued as individuals and the childminder knows their likes and dislikes, for example, their favourite toys and activities. They are learning about the world in which they live as they play with resources that promote diversity, such as dressing up clothes, small world people

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

and books. They enjoy listening to Irish music and playing musical instruments. Children are becoming independent learners, concentrate well and show great pride in their achievements. They are being well prepared for the next phase of their education. 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? 1

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 1 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

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