Childminder in Bromley

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Unique reference number EY307846 Inspection date 01/06/2009 Inspector Elizabeth Ellen Mackey

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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 has been registered since 2005. She lives with her partner and two school aged children in the London borough of Bromley. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder’s house is used for childminding, bathroom and rest facilities are on the first floor. There is a fully enclosed garden for outdoor play. The childminder lives close to local facilities including the shopping centre, schools and the library.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children under eight years, of whom all may be in the early years age group. She is currently caring for four children in the early years age group, who all attend on a part time basis. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good. Children are extremely happy, confident and are making very good progress in the care of the childminder, who promotes their welfare successfully. The childminder has a very good understanding of child development and her knowledge of each child is comprehensive. Superior planning and a well organised, child centred environment greatly enhances the learning experience for children. They also benefit from the childminder's commitment to working in partnership with their parents. They are kept up to date and consulted in all aspects of their children's care. The childminder's good practice is underpinned by well maintained records, written policies and clear channels for communication, both verbal and written.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop knowledge and understanding of safeguarding procedures in line with those of the Local Safeguarding Children Board.  further develop the links with other early years setttings that the children attend

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provision

The childminder offers a very well-managed provision where the unique needs of each child are recognised and well met. She is guided by a set of comprehensive policies and procedures and her record keeping is well-maintained. The childminder has a safeguarding policy in place to support her practice, however, it is brief and out of date. Therefore it does not clearly identify the necessary action to be taken regarding safeguarding concerns. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder attends additional training to keep her knowledge up to date. She is keen to continually develop her provision for the benefit of the children and she uses self-evaluation very well to identify her strengths and any areas for development. She works very closely with parents and provides up to date information about what is happening within her service.

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provision

Children thrive in this stimulating, child centred, inclusive environment. The fostering of children's personal, social and emotional development is a particular strength. Organisation and attention to safety enables children to become independent, because they are enabled to develop their autonomy. Children are excellent communicators, develop good relationships and make very good progress in all six areas of learning.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder offers excellent support to all children and she uses individualised planning to develop their skills. Meaningful observations of the children help to ensure children's next steps are clearly identified. Information from parents about their children forms the basis of the childminder's initial planning; parents are then continually involved. The childminder keeps them up to date with her plans and they contribute resources for activities. Although the children's files are always available for parents, they are taken home at regular intervals, which keeps them up to date with their child's progress. Photographs of children engaged in activities, as well as examples of their work, are used as evidence to demonstrate how children are progressing towards the early learning goals. This gives parents the opportunity to view them and contribute to the planning for their child's next steps. The childminder is in the process of developing links with other early years

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

providers; which will improve continuity of care and education for the children.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children benefit from the stimulating, calm and caring environment. Highly effective planning and a good level of adult support ensures children remain occupied and appropriately challenged. Activities are interesting and build on children's interests; they are repeated for children who have missed them. Children show excellent self-care skills as they remind each other to put on sun hats when going outside in the garden to play. Children are establishing very good habits such as sharing, and good manners. Children really enjoy being in the garden, and the childminder provides a free flow system whereby children can make independent choices of whether to be inside or out. This has developed their interest in nature, they proudly show off their growing sunflowers and dig enthusiastically in the soil, using tools successfully.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

A recent theme of mini beasts was effectively planned to engage all the children and activities adapted according to their ability. The youngest child proudly points to the spider made from junk modelling, which hangs from the ceiling. Pre-school children talk about the caterpillar they found in the garden, which they are now observing. They explain, it will first turn into a chrysalis then into a butterfly. Children's are respected and valued and they are proud of they achievement. Their work is displayed around the childminder's home, which gives them a sense of This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 pride. Reminders to wash hands and to share are made by the children, this helps to promote their sense of belonging. 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? 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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 implement a written safeguarding children policy in line with those of the Local Safeguarding Children Board which contains the procedures to follow if an allegation is made against any person living, working or looking after children on the premises (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) (also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register) 16/06/2009

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the compulsory part of the Childcare Register 16/06/2009

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