Childminder in Kingston upon ThamesOfsted inspection, 29 Jul 2009

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Unique reference number EY385189 Inspection date 29/07/2009 Inspector Lindsay Ann Farenden

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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 2009. She lives with her husband and one adult child in Kingston, Surrey. The childminder lives in a house where there is easy access to the ground floor. The whole of the childminder's house is used for childminding, except for the top floor. One room is a designated playroom. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to provide care for six children under eight years and of these three may be in the early years age group. There are currently two children on role in the early years age group. The childminder is registered to provide care on the following registers the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary part of the Childcare Register.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good. Children flourish in this delightful home setting in which the childminder fully dedicates her time to them when they are present. They are cared for in a very clean, safe and nurturing environment. The childminder is very caring towards the children and adapts her routine to ensure their individual requirements are met throughout the day. She is committed to providing an inclusive provision for all children and works closely with parents to ensure good continuity of care for each child. The childminder is aware of the strengths and areas of development in her provision and constantly strives to develop her childminding practice to continually improve outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop records kept of risk assessements

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provision

The childminder plans her day effectively to ensure children are engaged in an interesting range of activities to enhance their progress in all areas of the early learning goals. She presents and supports children’s activities with immense enthusiasm and greatly enjoys her time with them. Children are provided with a good range of toys and equipment that are age and developmentally appropriate. Very good use of space is made, as children enjoy play in the dedicated play room, large lounge and garden area. The childminder has plans to undertake further training to enhance her knowledge to continue to provide a high quality of childcare.

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provision

The childminder has thorough understanding of creating a safe and secure environment for children, as she has taken steps to ensure all potential hazards in This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 her home are made safe or inaccessible to children. She has begun to keep records of risk assessments for her home and for outings. Children learn about keeping themselves safe as the childminder explains to them how to use the stairs safely and talks to them about the importance of waiting for the green man at crossings. A fire blanket is in place in the kitchen, working smoke alarms are positioned on all floors in the home and the evacuation procedures are practised on a regular basis with the children.

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provision

Records are maintained appropriately and policies and procedures are shared with parents and used effectively to guide the childminder in her daily practice. The childminder has an excellent understanding of safeguarding issues. She knows what action to take if she has concerns about a child, so top priority can be given to protect their welfare. A range of resources which develop children’s understanding of diversity are obtained from the toy library.

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provision

Parents are kept well informed about their child’s day through verbal feedback and a daily diary detailing their food intakes, sleep times, nappy changes and activities they have enjoyed. All required parental consents are in place. The childminder shares her observations of their child’s development on a regular basis.

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provision

The childminder has a very positive attitude to caring for children with learning difficulties and/or disabilities. To meet the child’s requirements she would work closely with the parents, find out as much information as possible about the condition herself and is happy to liaise with other agencies to ensure the child makes progress and reaches their full potential.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are making good progress in their learning and development because the childminder plans an exciting range of activities both inside and outside of the home which are stimulating and fun, building on their natural curiosity as learners. The childminder records children’s developmental progress using photographs and written observations of their skills and uses these to plan activities and provide play resources to support them in moving on to their next step of learning.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Babies smile and laugh with glee as the childminder spends time cuddling, playing and talking to them, helping them with their early community skills and building on their natural curiosity as learners. They enjoy having songs sung to them and exploring a wide range of resources to inspire their exploration of colours, sounds and textures. Babies delight in reaching out for toys as the childminder encourages them to learn to crawl.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's creativity is developed through a wide range of resources, for example, play dough, cornflour, shaving foam, spaghetti and sand and water play. They enjoy playing with toys which make sounds and music. Children have access to a good range of toys and enjoy looking at pictures and having stories read to them by the childminder. Children's numeracy and problem solving skills are developing well, as the childminder sings them number songs and they explore bead mazes, puzzles and bead counters. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children are taken on many walks to gain fresh air and promote their awareness of the local community. One of their favourite outings is to feed the ducks and they enjoy going on bus rides. They learn about the world of nature as they look and touch plants in the garden and through lots of discussions with the childminder.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder treats children with the utmost respect and uses lots of praise to promote their self-esteem and confidence.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children receive nutritious snacks and home cooked meals that include a wide variety of vegetables and fresh fruit. Babies show contentment as they are cuddled whilst being bottle fed. Children are offered regular drinks to ensure they do not become thirsty.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children’s health is protected because the childminder ensures that children are cared for in an extremely clean home and carries out excellent nappy changing and hygiene procedures. She supports young children with hand washing and paper towels are used to prevent the risk of cross infection. The childminder holds a current first aid certificate and there is well stocked first aid box, which ensures any accidents can be dealt with in an efficient and prompt manner. The sickness policy informs parents that that the childminder does not care for children with they have a contagious illness to protect the health of others. Children sleep in comfort in travel cots in a quiet bedroom according to their rest needs. 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? 1

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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? 1 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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