Childminder in Lambeth

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY294059 Inspection date 11/03/2011 Inspector Gillian Cubitt

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Type of setting Childminder to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection. If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. You may copy all or parts of this document for non-commercial educational purposes, as long as you give details of the source and date of publication and do not alter the information in any way.

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T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk 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.

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Introduction

Please see our website for more information about each childcare provider. We publish inspection reports, conditions of registration and details of complaints we receive where we or the provider take action to meet the requirements of registration. 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 registered in 2000. She lives in a maisonette in Streatham, in the London borough of Lambeth. She lives with her two children both of school age. There is a flight of stairs to the home and there is parking immediately outside. Children use the living room, dining area in the kitchen and one bedroom. There is a garden for outside play where children are supervised due to the steps leading to the garden.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is Registered on the Early Years Register, the compulsory and voluntary part of the Childcare Register. She is registered for four children overall and is currently minding one child in the early years age range. The childminder has one cat.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder has completed a National Vocational Qualification in Childcare level 3. The childminder takes and collects from school. She attends toddler groups and places of interest for children.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good. Children benefit from the variety of activities available and the warm nurturing care provided by the childminder who ensures their general safety and welfare needs are met. The close working relationships with parents ensure that children's needs are fully accommodated in this inclusive setting. The childminder is enthusiastic and keen to continue to develop the service she offers. She implements the Early Years Foundation Stage and is keen to undertake additional training which demonstrates her commitment to constantly improving outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 conduct a risk assessment and review it regularly, at least once a year or more (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) 11/04/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 review and update all policies to ensure information and procedures shared with parents is accurate especially with regard to making a complaint  include challenging activities in the future planning as a result of observations This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 of what children do

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the early years provision

Good care is taken to promote children's safety and safeguard their welfare. The childminder has a sound understanding of her role to protect children and most of her policies support her practice although some aspects are not accurate which may confuse parents of the procedure especcially with regard to making a complaint. The home is safe with risk assessments being undertaken and recorded for outings although these have not been documented for the premises. This is a regulatory requirement to ensure all areas of safety are reviewed. Children are encouraged to learn safe behaviours when in the home and the childminder has emergency evacuation procedures ensuring the premises can be evacuated quickly if necessary. Accident and medication records are in place and good care is taken to promote children's health.

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the early years provision

The childminder understands her role well. All the required documentation is maintained in an organised manner to meet the requirements of registration and the childminder is aware of when she must contact Ofsted. The childminder is beginning to self-evaluate her service and has identifies areas for development. She has attended all required training and has completed a National Vocational Qualification level 3 in Childcare. She is keen to continue to develop her professional knowledge for the benefit of the children in her care. Good use is made of the toys and resources to support children's awareness of inclusiveness and diversity. All resources are well maintained and stored enabling easy access.

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the early years provision

The childminder develops a close supporting relationship with parents, sharing with them the responsibility of her role and the documents that keep parents informed about children's progress. The childminder demonstrates her awareness of working with other agencies that may also have input into children's development and progress. She meets regularly with other childminders where they share good practice and also creates opportunities for children to socialise with their peers.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder is enthusiastic in her delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage, creating a fun learning environment. Children develop language and communication skills as they play many games with the childminder making their wishes known. They become excited as they anticipate outcomes of pop-up toys and they enjoy story times where their look at books, listening with interest. Children also have good access to creative resources, such as crayons and paints where they make marks and create pictures. Children enjoy outings to China Town during Chinese New Year and bring back mementos so they can recall their special day which informs them of customs of others. They also enjoy looking at photographs of themselves playing with other children helping them to recall This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 particular events and diversity in others. Children use their imagination as they

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and outcomes for children

play with small world resources and interlocking coloured bricks which help them to develop their skills in colour and number recognition. They develop an awareness of the natural environment and wider world as they visit local parks and play areas. There is a calm and happy atmosphere within the home where children behave well with warm positive encouragement from the childminder.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder provides an interesting and well equipped environment for the children's learning and play, enabling the children to explore independently and also participate in planned activities. The childminder observes and plans for children's learning; however, she sometimes finds it difficult to identify challenging next steps to include in her planning. This is an aspect of the service the childminder wants to develop.

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and outcomes for children

The childminders good quality interaction and organisation of routines helps the young children to gain a strong sense of belonging. Children are confident and feel safe and secure in the environment. They enjoy healthy home-cooked foods and snacks of fruit and vegetables. Drinks of water are always available ensuring they do not become dehydrated. Daily outdoor activity ensures they are developing their senses and physical abilities well. All children are valued and join in a wide range of activities and experiences, which help them to value diversity. 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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children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement

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Early Years Foundation Stage

The effectiveness of leadership and management in embedding ambition and driving improvement The effectiveness with which the setting deploys resources 2 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 3 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 2 The effectiveness of the setting’s engagement with parents and carers

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Stage

The quality of the provision in the Early Years Foundation Stage 2

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 The extent to which children feel safe 2 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 2 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 2 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 2

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Stage

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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