Childminder in Enfield

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Unique reference number EY100852 Inspection date 23/04/2009 Inspector Carolyn Mary Hasler

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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 2002. She lives with her husband and one adult child and one child aged 12 years in Lower Edmonton, an area of the London Borough of Enfield. The childminder uses the ground floor of the premises for childminding purposes. There is a secure outdoor area for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five 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 five years to 11 years and works as a Foster carer for the Local Authority. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder takes and collects children from local schools, she also makes use of local community facilities such as toddler groups, parks and libraries on a regular basis.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The overall effectiveness of the setting is satisfactory. Children are generally happy and engaged while at the childminder's house, she has a sound knowledge of each individual child and their likes and dislikes and provides them with an inclusive and welcoming service. The childminder shows a capacity for continuous improvement through her positive attitude to personal development and future vision for her service.

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further?

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

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further?

 review the complaints procedure in line with regulations set out in the Early Years Foundation Stage framework  continue to develop and maintain a regular two way flow of information with parents and between other early years providers to offer continuity of care and plan for children's learning and developmental needs  continue to develop knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues To fully meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 develop skills in observation and assessment in order to plan to meet young children's individual needs (Organisation) 15/05/2009  obtain parental permission at the time of the child's admission to the provision, to seek any necessary emergency medical advice or treatment in the future (Safeguarding and welfare) 15/05/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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provision

The setting is sufficiently managed and organised. There is a range of written policies and procedures in place and these are shared with parents on initial contact. However, parental permission is not in place to protect children when seeking medical assistance in the event of an emergency. There is an impressive portfolio of childcare qualifications and the childminder falls back on many years of childcare experience to support her knowledge of childcare issues. Although she is not yet sufficiently familiar with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework to implement this effectively and improve outcomes for children. The setting is well resourced and there is good planning and use of rooms identified for childminding purposes. The childminder is beginning to self evaluate and to use this to identify her own strengths and weaknesses in order to improve how she delivers her service.

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provision

There is generally supportive relationships between the childminder and parents who are kept informed through children's daily journals, verbally and through a range of different documentation which sets out the care arrangement. Issues such as toileting and nap times are shared and the childminder is keen to work consistently with parents to support these issues and help children to make progress. However, working links with other early years providers have not yet been established and little information is shared on how children progress towards the early learning goals.

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provision

The childminder has a basic knowledge of safeguarding issues. She ensures that all household members are vetted and the premises have been risk assessed. However, there is limited knowledge of how to manage complaints and documentation is not yet sufficient.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children take part in a wide range of interesting and stimulating activities, they have high levels of self confidence and approach many tasks independently showing good attitudes to learning new skills. Generally they are engaged and play well together because the childminder supports their developing interpersonal skills through activities which encourage them to share and take turns. They are learning to respect each other's individuality and are becoming increasingly interested in each other's lifestyles.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder shows some understanding of the early learning goals. She knows what children like to play with and caters for their interests. However, there is limited information available on children's starting points or how she is observing and evaluating how well they are doing to identify their next steps and plan for their progress.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

There is a sound understanding of how to promote children's health. Indeed, their This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 independence in self help skills are advancing well, they have all the appropriate tools in place to help them learn about personal hygiene. Equally they have a safe and clean environment to play in, boundaries are both vocally and clearly marked and they are learning through timely reminders from the childminder how to keep themselves safe. For example, children have practised how to evacuate the premises in an emergency and are learning how to stay safe while out. They receive a home cooked meal in the middle of the day which is generally healthy and nutritious. Drinks are readily available. There are several opportunities each day for them to play outside and be physically active and exuberant. They visit the park regularly where they have the opportunity to play on large climbing

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

apparatus, or play at the setting with bikes and buggies. They particularly enjoy dancing. Physical activity has a positive impact on their sense of well-being.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's speaking skills are successfully supported, activities such as role play along side others offers them opportunities to express themselves and use language in a range of different situations. They are successfully learning how to count and how to problem solve through access to puzzles and building with bricks. They have practical experience of planting vegetables, watering them and watching them grow. They are learning about their local community through visits to the local shops and groups and developing their social skills enabling them to increase their life chances and future economic well-being. 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? 3 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

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