Childminder in Hertfordshire

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Unique reference number EY298977 Inspection date 06/07/2009 Inspector Angela Ramsey

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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 February 2005. She lives with her husband and two children aged five and three years. They live in the London borough of Wandsworth, within walking distance of local amenities, including shops, park and schools. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding purposes with the exception of the front room. A bedroom on the first floor is used as a sleep room. There is a garden for available for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for three children under eight years; of these, not more than two may be in the early years age group, and of these, not more than one may be under one year at any one time. She is currently caring for one child in the early years age range.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good. The childminder provides a welcoming environment where children are motivated and well cared for. A good and varied range of resources and activities that interests the children and meets their individual needs are provided. Effective safety measures are in place, which serve to ensure children are kept safe.

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further?

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

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further?

 provide resources which reflect positive images of disabilty  develop the use of observations and assessments to further promote children's learning across all areas of development

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provision

The childminder has created a warm and inviting environment within her home for children. Toys are age appropriate and accessible in containers such as baskets. A comprehensive range of written policies and procedures to support the care and welfare needs of children in her care have been devised.

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provision

Procedures for the safeguarding of children are sound. The childminder is aware of child protection issues and how she must respond if concerns arise. She has the contact details of her local safeguarding board. A written policy has been devised and is shared with parents. Children are protected from harm as stair gates, electrical socket covers and smoke alarms are in place. Risk assessments including those for outings are also completed. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children benefit from the relationships established between the childminder and their parents. Parents provide information about their child's specific care needs, for example, their specific dietary requirements or individual care needs, and the childminder provides for these accordingly. Inclusive practice is well addressed and individual children develop a sense of belonging.

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provision

The childminder views continuous improvement as important. She has completed all the recommendations set at her previous inspection. She has also completed Ofsted’s self evaluation form and has identified plans to bring about further improvement to her service.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has attended the Early Years Foundation Stage training session. A varied range of planned, purposeful play both in and outdoors is provided. This helps children to become active learners.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Opportunities for children to learn about the wider society and other cultural backgrounds are provided. For example, resources that reflect positive images of culture and gender are provided in the form of books and dolls. However, resources depicting those with disabilities are lacking.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder helps children to enjoy their learning and is actively involved. For example, young children have access to a range of board books. The childminder shares stories with them pointing out familiar objects in the illustrations.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children enjoy exploring interactive toys with knobs, flaps which they can manipulate. Children also get pleasure from listening to the radio which is played gently in the background. Children move their bodies in time to the music.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children benefit from having a balanced diet, which includes healthy meals and plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables. Young children are able to practice their skills as they are encouraged feed themselves.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder practices her emergency evacuation procedure with the children, therefore, teaching them to keep themselves safe. The childminder actively promotes good hygiene routines to minimise the risk of cross-infection.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Observations and assessments of what the children can do are completed. Individual files are being developed to show how children are progressing. Photographs illustrate the learning opportunities offered to children. The formal assessments of children are in the early stages and therefore not fully influencing planning sufficiently, in order to promote and plan children's learning across all areas of development. Parents are kept informed of their child's achievements and progress through daily feedback. 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

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