Childminder in Hillingdon

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Unique reference number EY292098 Inspection date 03/02/2009 Inspector Katie Dempster

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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 2004. She lives with her husband and two children both under eight years. They live in Rayners Lane in the London Borough of Harrow, close to shops, parks, schools and public transport links. The whole of the childminder’s home is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three 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 Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is a member of an approved childminding network.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the quality of the provision is good. The childminder provides a safe, secure and fully inclusive setting where all children's individual needs are met. Children are provided with a well organised learning environment and are supported well by the childminder. Systems to plan for and monitor children's progress and achievements are in place. The childminder reflects upon her practice and has recognised areas she wants to develop to benefit the children. Effective relationships with parents and other providers successfully promotes continuity of care and education.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop planning to enhance children's learning and development

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provision

The childminder is focused on providing a warm, caring and effective learning environment for the children. The child-friendly setting allows children to explore safely as the childminder has taken necessary steps to safeguard them. This is evident through discussions and written risk assessments carried out by the childminder. A fire evacuation procedure is in place and a drill takes place regularly to maintain the safety of children. Furthermore, relevant policies and procedures are in place to further promote the welfare, care and learning of children. The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of her role and responsibilities in keeping children safeguarded and how to record and report any concerns she may have about the children in her care. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder uses reflection to self-assess her provision. She assesses her

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provision

observations to gage how successful activities have been and has started to think about where she feels she can make improvements to benefit children's care and learning. For example, to develop planning to incorporate new ideas, themes and activities linked to the areas of learning. This will enhance children's learning experiences. The childminder shows a capacity to maintain continuous improvement as she is able to effectively evaluate her practise and action recommendations raised at previous inspections.

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provision

The childminder has established a good working partnership with parents, both socially and professionally. The childminder carries out home visits to the children's homes before they start; she gathers information regarding their home environment, routines they are familiar with, and uses this opportunity to speak with parents and discuss any additional needs. This is highly beneficial to children as their care and learning needs can be identified. They also develop a sense of security through the relationship and mutual understanding established with their parents and the childminder.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are happy, confident and enjoy their time with the childminder. She is warm and friendly towards the children and offers them much of her attention. The childminder interacts effectively with children, asking questions and engaging them in conversation to support and promote their language and communication skills. She uses opportunities for learning in her everyday routine, for example, counting the stairs and talking about the colour of the jelly children enjoy for lunch. Children make good progress in their learning as their play and learning is individually planned. The childminder makes observations of the children, which she evaluates against the areas of learning and devises aims for their development. For example, observing children who have grasped how to use a spoon independently and introducing a knife and folk to extend their independence and fine motor skills. These observations and aims are recorded in children’s

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

individual scrap books, which also display photos of the children during different activities. These are updated regularly and always available for parents to view.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children’s understanding of diversity is well promoted through a range of equipment and activities. For example, children have access to a range of books and figurines that display adults and children with different disabilities and skin tones. The childminder takes time to get to know the children and learn about their family background, which she then acknowledges and celebrates with all the children in order for them to learn about one another and the wider community.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children learn how to keep themselves safe as the childminder ensures children understand dangers and how to avoid them. For example, children must not talk to one another when crossing the road as the childminder explains they must concentrate and listen out for the traffic. Children's health is promoted as they enjoy a healthy diet, which is nutritious and balanced. Children are allowed a treat once a week, which the childminder uses as an opportunity to talk to them about This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 how some foods should only be eaten in moderation as they can be harmful to our teeth. This also teaches children self-discipline. 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 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 the last inspection.

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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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