Childminder in Harrow

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Unique reference number 147775 Inspection date 14/05/2009 Inspector Christine Bonnett

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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 1999. She lives with her three adult daughters and son of six years in Wealdstone, in the London borough of Harrow. The whole ground floor of the house is mainly used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden 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 two children in this age group. She is registered on the Early Years Register, compulsory and voluntary part of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder walks and drives to local schools to take and collect children. She attends the local parent and toddler groups. The family has a pet dog.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good. Children are valued and respected as unique individuals by the childminder within her safe and clean family home. They make good progress in their learning and development as the childminder ensures she is aware of their individual needs and works effectively with parents to meet them. The childminder evaluates her work and understands the benefit to the children of continuously enhancing her good practice.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop systems to assess observations, identify learning priorities and plan relevant learning experiences tailored to the needs of individual children.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure criminal record disclosures are obtained for all people aged 16 and over living on the premises (Suitable people). 30/06/2009

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provision

The childminder establishes effective partnerships with parents to ensure continuity and consistency of care for the children. All relevant information about the children is exchanged between them each day. Parents are made aware of her policies and procedures at the start of an arrangement to ensure they are clear about the service she will be providing for them and their child. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Although generally the childminder safeguards the well-being of the children successfully, the system in place to ensure the suitability of all adults living on the premises, and having contact with the minded children, is not fully effective. This is a breach of regulation.

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provision

The childminder has a thorough knowledge of child protection matters in relation to child abuse. She is aware of the indicators of abuse, and the procedure to follow to report concerns. She is safety conscious and has conducted detailed risk assessments on her home to minimise potential hazards to children.

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provision

The childminder is committed to her own professional development. The self- evaluation of her practice identifies areas of strength and those needing development to enhance the experiences of the children. The recommendation made at the last inspection has been completed. The childminder now has a good awareness of the duties imposed upon service providers by the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 to use in her work if necessary.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are very happy and content in the childminder’s care. They receive warmth and kindness from her and members of her family. The childminder ensures she is fully aware of the individual needs of all the children in her care and works very closely with parents of children requiring additional support.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children have access to a good range of play materials that provide fun and stimulation. The balance of child led and adult led activities ensure children remain interested in their play and make good progress in their learning. Although the childminder observes the children and keeps a record of their achievements, the observations are not assessed to identify and plan the next step in each child’s individual learning journey. However, the childminder has a good knowledge of the six areas of learning. She understands that one well-organised and resourced activity can successfully incorporate all the learning areas. For example, watching and talking about the flowers in the garden.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children benefit from having the opportunity to play indoors and out as they choose. As well as being able to take play materials outside to enjoy, and use in imaginative play for example, they also develop their physical skills as they climb, slide and run around. Children learn about the world round them as they regularly visit parent and toddler groups to mix with others and develop social skills. They also enjoy outings to Bentley Priory where they walk through the woods and observe the reindeer. 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? 3

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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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