Childminder, Out-of school day care in Hammersmith and Fulham

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Unique reference number EY281986 Inspection date 03/06/2009 Inspector Deborah Jane Orchard

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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 March 2004. She lives with her husband who is her co-minder in Hammersmith in the London borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. Two rooms in the flat are used for childminding. In addition, suitable toilet and wash facilities are available. There is no access to an outdoor area, however, children are regularly taken to the local park. The childminder attends local groups.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children at any one time and is currently minding two children within the early years age group. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children in the early years age group, when working with another childminder. She is registered on the Early Years Register, compulsory part of the Childcare Register and voluntary part of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The family has a pet cat. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association and a member of Hammersmith and Fulham Childminding Network.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good. The caring childminder provides a fully inclusive service. She recognises that each child is an individual and is effectively supporting them in making progress in all areas of their learning and development. She is fully committed to continuous improvement, enabling her to enhance the service she provides.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to build on observing and assessing, taking account of children's individual starting points

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provision

The childminder provides a wide range of written policies and procedures, which she implements in her daily work. She has in place all the required documentation, which supports her in being able to provide a safe and efficient service. The childminder has a clear understanding of safeguarding issues and has recently attended training in this area, ensuring her knowledge is kept up to date. The childminder carries out regular written risk assessments on all areas used by children and when going on outings. This helps her to identify and address any potential hazards.

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provision

The childminder works effectively with parents and any agencies who are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 supporting the children in her care. This ensures children receive good continuity of care and their needs are being met. The childminder provides supportive information for parents, including a notice area and information about the service she provides. Information regarding the Early Years Foundation Stage is made available and links to these are incorporated into the planning to support the parents in being able to make the links in their children's learning. She ensures parents are kept informed by daily verbal communication and the use of individual journals. Verbal and written feedback from parents indicate they are very happy with the service the childminder provides.

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provision

The childminder uses her written self-evaluation to help her identify her strengths and areas she wishes to develop. She has made improvements since the last inspection; keeping a record of regular fire drills carried out with children, this helps to ensure children remain safe. She works effectively with her co- childminder, providing a safe and well organised environment for the children to play and learn.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children have a lovely time in the care of a warm and caring childminder. She has good knowledge of the Early years Foundation Stage and how children learn, which enables her to support children in making progress in all areas of their learning and development. There is a suitable range of toys and resources available, many of which positively reflect diversity within the community. The toys are rotated to ensure children are kept stimulated.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are able to make choices and initiate their own play. They excitedly organise a tea party and busily prepare the food in the toy cooker. The childminder introduces new ideas to broaden children's experiences, such as taking children to visit the local fire station, enabling them to learn how to stay safe. Children have a wonderful time going on regular outings to nature reserves and for picnics. They learn how things work as they play with the voice recording phone and talk about why some toys need batteries to work. They develop their balancing skills as they walk on sensory bars and participate in obstacle courses. They are able to develop their large muscle movements as they regularly use large apparatus in the nearby parks. The childminder is skilled in recognising when children need support and offers gentle guidance, where appropriate, for example, as children sit and focus on completing the sewing cards. This helps in developing their hand and eye

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

coordination. She is actively involved in children's play and spends lots of time talking with them, which helps support their language development. Children have opportunities to sing and listen to different types of music, they enjoy listening to the tape of French songs.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder recognises each child as unique, she carries out regular observations on the children and uses this to help her plan for the next steps in their individual learning. She provides photos of children involved in various activities and shares these and information about children's progress, with their parents. She is currently reviewing her system for recording her observations and assessments to ensure this shows a clear picture of each step in the children's This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 learning and development. Children behave well in the setting as they are cared for by a polite, calm and friendly childminder. They are able to feel secure in the home as they receive lots of praise and reassurance throughout the day. Children are being encouraged to learn good manners and to be respectful to each other.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children enjoy healthy and nutritious meals, which the childminder provides. She sits with them as they enjoy their home cooked meal and they talk about things which are good for us. For example, the childminder reminds children to taker regular sips of water and explains why this is important for us, particularly during the hot weather. 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? 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: 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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