Childminder in Haringey

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Unique reference number EY232356 Inspection date 23/02/2009 Inspector Jennifer Liverpool

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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 2003. She lives with her two adult children and an eight year old son. They live in the North Tottenham area within the London borough of Haringey. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age group. She is currently minding three children in this age group and offers care for children in the later years age group. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder regularly takes children to local toddler groups and also take and collect children from school. She is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the quality of the provision is satisfactory. The childminder supports and meets the individual needs of all children through establishing positive partnership with parents. Children are making suitable progress in their learning and development because the childminder has a satisfactory understanding of how children learn and she provides them with an adequate range of experiences. Warm, friendly and trusting relationships help children to feel settled and secure in the childminder's care. The childminder has made a number of improvements, which contributes to enhancing the care and learning opportunities for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure that the fire blanket is properly located in the kitchen for easy access and help children to become familiar with the procedures for emergency evacuation  identify fire exits and help children to become familiar with the procedures for emergency evacuation  strengthen partnership with parents, teachers and practitioners to promote children's continuity of learning

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further?

To fully meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 request written permission from parents for seeking emergency medical advice or treatment (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 24/02/2009  undertake observational assessments in order to plan 02/03/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 to meet children's individual learning and developmental needs (Learning and Development - the assessment arrangements)

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provision

The childminder promotes and safeguards children's welfare in the setting because she has an appropriate understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse and know what actions to take if she has concerns about children in her care. Records, such as the medication and accident books and the attendance register are accurately maintained and kept securely. The childminder holds a valid first aid qualification, which ensures that children can receive appropriate treatment to minor cuts and bruises. However, the childminder has not requested written parental consent with regards to the seeking of medical treatment or advice in the event that a child sustains severe injuries.

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provision

Children benefit from a flexible daily routine that includes opportunities for active and quiet play and short walks in the local area. Also, younger children rest or sleep according to their needs. All of which contributes to children's physical well- being. The childminder treats all children with equal concern. She is receptive to their individual needs, interests and preferences and promotes this in their care routines and play. The childminder is establishing supportive and friendly relationships with parents through daily feedback about their child's day and sharing written details about the procedures for complaints, child protection and managing behaviour. However, there is not yet a system in place for sharing observational evidence of children's progress with parents or liaising with other settings used by the children to promote their continuity of learning and development.

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provision

The childminder demonstrates a capacity to maintain continuous improvements as she has implemented most of the recommendations set at the last inspection and attended training to update her knowledge in first aid and child protection. The childminder has started to identify some of her strengths and weaknesses and is beginning to evaluate the provision for children's welfare, learning and development.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are settled and confident in the childminder's home. All children help themselves to toys that are stored at levels they can reach. As a consequence of this, children are able to demonstrate their own preferences of toys and make choices about their play. Children are beginning to enjoy each other's company as they play alongside each other. They are given support to learn important social skills, such as sharing and taking turns. Regular attendance at toddler groups helps children to socialise with their peers. Overall, children social development is encouraged. Children's behaviour is managed appropriately through distraction and simple explanation and they benefit from the praise and encouragement they This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 receive from the childminder.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children experience a number of opportunities that enable them to develop their understanding and skills across some of the six areas of learning. For example, younger children repeatedly press the buttons on interactive activity sets and mini computers to listen to different sounds, whilst older children follow the instructions given, such as, naming an object and the alphabet letter it begins with. In addition to this, children's communication and language skills are further supported through labelling and regular story time sessions. The childminder helps children to develop counting skills through singing number songs. Children's creative development is encouraged through activities, such as drawing, mark making and painting. They enjoy imaginative play, such as making the tea with cooking utensils and pushing play people in miniature cars. However, children's learning is not always sufficiently

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

challenged as the childminder does not keep a record of children's achievements in order to monitor their progress and to be able to plan for the next steps in their learning.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children stay healthy because appropriate procedures are in place to prevent the spread of germs or infection. In addition to this, they are given support to understand the importance of good personal hygiene as the childminder reminds them to wash their hands after using the toilet. Children benefit from regular short walks for fresh air and they enjoy visits to the local parks for adventurous play and exercises. They enjoy varied and nutritious meals that meet their dietary requirements. Fresh drinking water is readily available throughout the day and all children ask or help themselves to cups of water when they are thirsty. Children are generally kept safe in the home as there are some safety measures such as, socket covers, stair gates and the safe storage of toxic substances; however, the fire blanket is not located in the kitchen, fire exits are not identified nor are children helped to become familiar with the procedures for emergency evacuation.

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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

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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 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

Since the last inspection there have been no complaints made to Ofsted.

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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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