Childminder in Harrow

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Unique reference number EY332069 Inspection date 25/08/2009 Inspector Kim Mundy

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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

Children only attend this setting before and/or after the school day and/or during the school holidays. The judgements in this report reflect the quality of early years provision offered to children during those periods.

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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 2006. She lives with her husband and young child in West Harrow in the London Borough of Harrow. The whole of the ground floor flat is used for childminding except for the childminder's own bedroom, and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder collects children from local schools. She attends the local after school group. The family has no pets.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children at any one time, one of whom may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding one child in this age range. 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 provision is satisfactory. Children have access to a variety of activities and play experiences, which help them to make sound progress in their development. They are made to feel welcome and are valued as individuals. The childminder works in partnership with parents/carers to meet the children's individual needs. Overall, children's safety and welfare are promoted. The childminder is just starting to give consideration to the effectiveness of her provision.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the system for monitoring and evaluating the continued quality of the provision  gain a secure knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)  continue to develop the planning and assessment processes to further enhance children's experiences and learning opportunities

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further?

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

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further?

 carry out a risk assessment for each type of outing and review it before embarking on each specific outing (Safeguarding and welfare) 09/09/2009  make a record of risk assessments clearly stating when it was carried out, by whom, date of review and any action taken following a review or incident. 09/09/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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provision

Children are well cared for in a secure and safe home. The childminder undertakes a visual risk assessment of the premises and for outings, although a record of these are not kept. There are clear procedures in place for accidents and administering medicine to promote children's wellbeing. Children's welfare is safeguarded through the childminder's sound understanding of her role and responsibility in child protection.

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provision

The childminder is just beginning to evaluate her childminding service. She recognises the need to develop this to help her to identify areas for improving her service for the benefit of the children. Since the last inspection, the childminder has made her garden safe and she has provided more toys and resources to help children to develop an understanding of diversity within our society.

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provision

The childminder's paperwork is suitably organised and relevant policies and procedures are shared with parents. The childminder talks to parents to find out children's starting points in relation to their learning and development. She is beginning to establish links with children’s schools to share relevant information for continuity and coherence in their learning. Information is shared with parents through daily discussions, and the childminder shares photos of their children participating in play activities.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Each child is treated as an individual. When they first start, the childminder ensures that they settle with their parents and are happy to be left in her care. She knows the children's individual interests and provides for these. The childminder has begun to familiarise herself with the EYFS and she recognises the need to continue developing her knowledge and understanding of this to increase children's outcomes. The system for planning, monitoring and assessing children's learning is in its infancy. Children have access to a range of toys and activities which help them make sound progress in their learning and development. They are practising their early writing skills as they draw with crayons and pencils. Children are learning to count, recognise colours and shapes, and enjoy fitting puzzles together. They also have fun playing board games, such as Monopoly. Visits to an after school group provides children with opportunities to interact with others and

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children enjoy fresh air and exercise; they are increasing their physical skills as they use apparatus at the park. Whilst they are on their walks they are encouraged to take notice of the natural world around them. Suitable hygiene procedures are in place, such as removing outdoor shoes and hand washing. Children are protected from unnecessary illness as they do not attend if they are infectious. They are well-nourished because the childminder prepares home-cooked meals.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children respond well to the childminder's praise for their achievements and this promotes their confidence and self-esteem. They are developing a sense of right This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 from wrong as the childminder uses age appropriate behaviour management strategies, which are consistently applied. Children learn about keeping safe on outings as the childminder teaches them to cross the road safely. They know what to do in the event of a fire as they practise the fire evacuation procedure. Children are happy and settled in the childminder's care. 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? 3 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? 3 How well are children helped to be healthy? 3 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 3 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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