Childminder in Newham

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Unique reference number EY305097 Inspection date 28/01/2009 Inspector Maxine Rose

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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.

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Introduction

There were no children on roll when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children on roll, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states if the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration. 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 2005. She lives with her husband and six children aged two, eight and ten, eleven, thirteen and sixteen years in the Plaistow area of London borough of Newham, close to shops, parks, schools and public transport links. The childminder lives in a three-bedroom house. The whole of the childminder’s home is used for childminding, with the exception of the bedrooms. There is a fully enclosed garden for outdoor play. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than two may be in the early years age range. At the time of this inspection all children on roll are exempt from parts of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is a member of an approved childminding network.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder provider a suitable home environment where children can enjoy a flexible routine and a range of learning experiences that help them to develop. The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of how to ensure the needs of all children are met, thereby creating an inclusive setting for the children. The childminder also understands the importance of working in partnership with parents to maintain consistency in the care offered to children. The childminder has made progress since the last inspection. She has improved her knowledge and skills for safeguarding children and first aid, which helps to ensure the children's welfare is promoted. In addition, she maintains a safe environment for the children by risk assessing possible hazards in the home.

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Compliance with registration requirements

The registered person continues to meet the requirements of registration. 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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