Childminder in Richmond upon Thames

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Unique reference number EY388644 Inspection date 08/06/2009 Inspector Jane Nelson

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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 2009. She lives with her landlords and their five year old child, in a house in Twickenham in the London borough of Richmond upon Thames. The whole of the ground floor of the home and two bedrooms on the first floor of the house are used for childminding. Bathroom facilities are located on the ground floor. Children do not have access to the second floor of the home. 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 six children under eight at any one time, she is currently caring for five children under five who all attend on a part time basis. She also offers care to children aged over five years to eight years, and is currently caring for one child aged five. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory part of the Childcare Register. The childminder collects children from a local school.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good. A welcoming environment is provided for children, where their individual needs are well known and included in the daily routine, enabling all children to fully participate in a broad range of play opportunities and activities. Good relationships with parents result in information being shared well, and children receiving continuity of care. Self-evaluation is used appropriately to reflect on practice and identify areas for development. The childminder is currently working towards a further childcare qualification, demonstrating a commitment to ongoing improvement. Most legal requirements are met.

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further?

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

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further?

 further develop the use of assessment to reflect children's developmental progress  make sure the risk assessment is used consistently, prior to using the outdoor area, to minimise any potential risks to children  make sure the fire blanket is accessible and fitted according to the manufacturer's instructions.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure written consent is obtained from the parents prior to all administration of medication 29/06/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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provision

The childminder plans and provides a good range of activities and play experiences that reflect children's individual needs and encourage their development, through home based play, visits to local pre school groups, and to places of interest, such as the Science museum and Kew Gardens. Her written records and documentation are well organised and most of the required records are maintained and information clearly recorded, with the exception of, on occasion, parents consent for the administration of medication not being recorded. The childminder uses self- evaluation effectively to reflect on her practice and identify areas for development. The childminder has a childcare qualification and is currently working towards a further qualification relating to home based childcare, demonstrating a commitment to continual improvement.

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provision

Good relationships with parents result in information being shared well, for example, through daily verbal discussion and written information in children's daily diaries. Observations relating to children's development are recorded and some attractively illustrated with descriptive photographs, children's next steps are identified, however, records are not yet fully developed in demonstrating children's progress. Detailed and informative written information about the childminder's service, and copies of her policies and procedures, are provided for parents. Communication takes place with other settings, such as school and nursery that children attend. This enables the childminder to share experiences, such as visiting the nursery to observe a bee hive, and continuing discussions about bees and the bee hive, with children, following the visit.

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provision

Space in the childminder's landlord's home is well organised, with room for children to move around, play on the floor with toys and equipment, sit comfortably on low settees, and eat at the adult table or in a high chair. A travel cot used in an upstairs bedroom is provided for children's rest. A good selection of play materials are provided and stored at children's level on shelves and in storage under the settee, enabling them to help themselves to some toys and equipment.

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provision

The childminder supervises children well and risk assessments are used effectively to monitor safety in the home and on outings. However, on occasion, although possible potential risks are identified in the garden following a change in weather, they are not all addressed, prior to children's use of the garden. Suitable safety and fire precautions are in place, however, the fire blanket is not easily accessible resulting in a delay should it be needed. The childminder has a clear understanding of child protection issues, her responsibilities and the procedures to follow, if concerns arise.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children enjoy their time with the childminder, and are happy and secure in her care. They behave well, as they are busy and interested in their play and benefit from good interaction with the childminder. Children laugh and giggle with her during games such as "walking round the garden" anticipating the tickle that is This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 coming at the end of the rhyme, and running away before returning to the childminder for the tickle and a cuddle. Older children enjoy a game with the childminder, while eating their lunch, and laugh as they try to fit their hand into the childminder's hand, as she opens and closes it. Children talk about winning, and when they succeed, the childminder quickly finds a toy medal in the toy box to award to a child.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children enjoy a good range of play experiences in the home and have opportunities to socialise and increase their confidence in larger groups of children through regular visits to local pre school groups with the childminder. Their individual needs and interests are reflected in activities, for example, a child's interest in feeling and exploring wood chippings is extended to other tactile experiences, such as, exploring "gloop". Children have access to a range of books and make regular visits to the library. Older children recognise their names painted on the large windows leading into the garden, and identify the colour paint their name is painted in. Younger children enjoy mark making on paper with wax crayons, moving the crayon across the paper in sweeps. The childminder sits close by, encouraging the child, talking about the colour crayon they are using and praising their achievements. Children have good opportunities for physical play and

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

exercise, encouraging their physical development and good health. For example, they enjoy playing in the garden, jumping on a trampoline that is sunken in the grass, enabling them to use this safely, make regular visits to nearby parks and have daily walks to and from school. Children gain an awareness of the wider world, through visits to places of interest, using resources that reflect diversity, and discussions with the childminder.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are well supervised by the childminder as they play, move around and explore safely. They gain awareness of their own safety through reminders to be careful, and not to put things into their mouths. Older children know they need to wash their hands before eating and do so independently at lunch time. Parents provide their children's lunch, with the childminder providing healthy snacks of fresh fruit. Children help themselves to drinks from their individual cups when they are thirsty, and sit comfortably at the table and in a high chair with the childminder to eat their lunch. 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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