Childminder in Newham

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Unique reference number EY362951 Inspection date 17/08/2009 Inspector Liz Corr

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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 2007. She lives with her partner and two children in a two bedroom flat on the second floor of a three story block of flats in the E15 area of the London Borough of Newham. The premises are close to shops and public transport links. The living room, kitchen, bathroom and children's bedroom are used for childminding. The childminder is a member of her local childminding network.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four 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 one child in this age group. She also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good. Children are settled and secure in the childminder's care and have formed a close relationship with her. The childminder has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and plans activities to support children's individual learning needs. Consequently they are making good progress towards the early learning goals. The childminder promotes inclusion as she works in partnership with parents to ensure she secures good knowledge of their individual needs. The childminder has begun to evaluate her practice in order to identify areas for improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage guidance to record children's starting points and fully develop partnership working  ensure there are confidential systems in place for recording complaints

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provision

The childminder has a very organised approach to childminding. Most documentation is readily available for inspection and in good order. The childminder protects children well as she has a good awareness of her responsibility for safeguarding. Appropriate policies are in place detailing her procedure should she have a child protection concern. Children are well supervised both indoors and out. Risk assessments have been developed to help prevent accidents. The home is very clean and well maintained. Hazards have been removed which means children can move around the setting independently. Children's safety is further promoted as fire safety equipment is in place, including a fire blanket in the kitchen and smoke detectors in the hall. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder has developed secure partnerships with parents as she works closely with them to support children's individual needs. The childminder develops

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provision

clear communication with parents through regular discussion and a daily diary. Diaries are taken home and used by parents to record significant information. An appropriate complaints procedure is made available to parents, including details of the regulator. However, the childminder has not developed confidential systems for complaints made directly to her.

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provision

The childminder is committed to improving her childcare knowledge through further training. Secure support is accessed from her local childminding network which she attends regularly. She has begun to evaluate her service and has identified areas for improvement which will ensure continuous improvement.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are settled in the childminder's care as secure relationships have been developed with them. The childminder gets to know them well through good communication with the parents and regular observations which are used to assess their development. They are well supported as the childminder sits at their level and gets involved in their play which provides good support in all areas of their learning. Children have good opportunities for developing their language and communication skills as they access age appropriate books. They demonstrate their enthusiasm for learning as they are captivated as the childminder shares familiar stories with them. They listen attentively as the childminder changes her voice to make animal noises. Children's physical development is well supported as the childminder encourages their walking skills. They have a clear space free of obstacles as they practise taking steps whilst holding her hand. The childminder

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

monitors them closely as they take steps independently. They are praised for their achievements and express their delight as they join in when the childminder claps for them.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are making good progress towards the early learning goals as the childminder has an effective understanding of the EYFS. Activities are provided to support their individual stage of learning and development. These are repeated and extended to secure children's understanding. For instance, children are learning to distinguish familiar animals in their stories, their understanding has been further promoted through first hand experience of visiting a city farm. Their progress is assessed through clearly written observations and photographs which illustrate their participation in activities. The childminder has begun to develop formal systems to share their progress towards the early learning goals with parents. However, systems have not been developed to record children's starting points when they begin their placement. The childminder promotes an inclusive service as she ensures she has useful information about the children's individual

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

backgrounds. They are developing social skills as they regularly attend drop-in sessions at the library and the local children's centre. They are learning about the wider world as they take part in activities to celebrate religious and cultural festivals and the childminder is also introducing them to songs from her own cultural background. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children benefit from the childminder's understanding of healthy eating. Parents provide good information about their children's diets and this is used to organise their daily menus. Fresh fruit is provided for snacks and children are encouraged to drink water regularly to keep them hydrated. They are learning good hygiene practice as they regularly wash their hands throughout the day, the childminder makes this a fun activity as she sings 'this is the way we wash our hands' with them. Children are involved in physical outdoor activities each day. They attend

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

local drop-in groups where they play with a wide range of outdoor equipment and enjoy regular outings to local parks. The childminder carefully monitors their physical progress and provides good support as they develop confidence on slides and climbing frames. 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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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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