Childminder in Newham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number EY293526 Inspection date 23 January 2006 Inspector Carolyn Mary Hasler

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Type of inspection Childcare Type of care Childminding

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This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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ABOUT THIS INSPECTION

The purpose of this inspection is to assure government, parents and the public of the quality of childcare and, if applicable, of nursery education. The inspection was carried out under Part XA Children Act 1989 as introduced by the Care Standards Act 2000 and, where nursery education is provided, under Schedule 26 of the School Standards and Framework Act 1998. This report details the main strengths and any areas for improvement identified during the inspection. The judgements included in the report are made in relation to the outcomes for children set out in the Children Act 2004; the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding; and, where nursery education is provided, the Curriculum guidance for the foundation stage. The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration or 1 April 2004 whichever is the later.

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough For more information about early years inspections, please see the booklet Are you ready for your inspection? which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are satisfactory. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder was registered in 2004. She lives with her husband and 4 children aged 9, 6, 5 and 2 in the Shoreditch part of the London borough of Hackney. The childminder lives in a block of 3 storied flats, she lives on the top level. The flat is on one level and children have access to most areas of the childminder's home. Children do not have access to an outside playing area. The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. She attends the local toddler group, and visits the local parks and library. The childminder currently has 2 children on roll.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is satisfactory. Children are cared for in a well-organised clean home, effective daily routines and the childminder's good practice prevent cross infection. Young children learn about good hygiene routines because they have good examples to follow. Older children wash their hands independently. Children are given opportunities to develop their health through fresh air and regular exercise as they grow and develop independently, making healthy choices. For example young children explore their environment with confidence, children walk to and from school, visit the park and soft play areas, and make use of local toddler groups. Children begin to learn about eating healthily, because the childminder offers children a mixture of both convenience and healthy foods. This helps children develop good eating habits.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is satisfactory. The children enjoyed playing and learning in a secure environment, where they can move around safely. For example they settle quickly to play upon arrival and appear comfortable with routines. The childminder carries out regular risk assessments in each room used for minding to minimise hazards, toys and resources are carefully selected to ensure that they are suitable for children and appropriate for their age. The childminder has all the required procedures and documentation in place to ensure that children's welfare is safeguarded and promoted. For example the childminder has completed a first aid course, she is secure in her knowledge of child protection issues, and knows how to seek advice and support. The childminder has agreed to further develop her knowledge and understanding of child protection issues.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is satisfactory. Children aged under 3 years are enthusiastic and self-assured in the setting's welcoming environment, they enjoy this time when they can play, be active or quiet in accordance with their interests and needs. They arrive happy and confident and quickly settle into the routine. Babies and young children develop warm and trusting relationships with the

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 childminder who is very caring. However, the childminder is often distracted and is inconsistent in directing language and conversation towards individual children. This may result in children's language not being effectively promoted. The childminder has agreed to develop her understanding of children's development from birth to 3 years. Children's creative and imaginative development is encouraged through activities such as sticking, drawing and painting. Children aged under 3 years explore and experiment through a range of well-planned and self-chosen activities that are appropriate for their stage of development. Older children enjoy and learn from a range of activities that allow them to explore and investigate for example children have access to the computer and are offered time to complete homework.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. Children generally feel good about themselves because the childminder praises and encourages them continuously. Children feel acknowledged as they build warm affirmative relationships which encourage young children and babies to express their feelings. For example the childminder is sensitive to children's emotional wellbeing, and responds appropriately when children become upset, tired, hungry or uncomfortable. Children begin to learn about diversity because they receive opportunities to socialise with other children and the childminder cares for children from a variety of cultural backgrounds. Children explore a small range of resources which help children to respect others' differences. Young children show affection for each other as they begin to learn how to co-exist harmoniously. Children's behaviour is generally good however more demanding children sometimes monopolise the childminder's time, this may have a detrimental

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Helping children make a positive contribution

effect on quieter children. The childminder has agreed to review her strategies for managing behaviour. Children benefit greatly from good relationships between the childminder and parents and secure links between home and the setting.

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Organisation

The organisation is good. Children benefit from a well-organised environment where they receive good adult support to help them feel happy and confident. Children feel secure and at home. They are confident to make demands on the childminder in the knowledge that their requests will be appropriately met. The childminder uses her time well and has a flexible approach which allows children the opportunity to organise and pursue their own games. Information kept about children is relevant and helps promote their welfare. Regular

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Organisation

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 information is shared with parents ensuring continuity of care for children. The childminder meets the needs of the range of children for whom she provides.

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Complaints since the last inspection

There have been no complaints made to Ofsted since registration. The provider is required to keep a record of complaints made by parents, which they can see on request. The complaints record may contain complaints other than those made to Ofsted.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are satisfactory. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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The quality and standards of the care

To improve the quality and standards of care further the registered person should take account of the following recommendation(s): • develop a knowledge and understanding of child protection issues • develop knowledge and understanding of children between birth to three years and provide activities which promote speech and language development • take action to ensure that children access resources which develop their understanding of culture, gender and disability issues • review strategies for managing children's behaviour in order to ensure there is a positive influence on all children

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The quality and standards of the care

procedures set out in the leaflet Building better childcare: Compliments and concerns about inspectors' judgements which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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The quality and standards of the care

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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