Childminder in Surrey

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY419477 Inspection date 11/05/2011 Inspector Rebecca Khabbazi

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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 was registered in 2010. She lives with her husband and two children aged four and six years old. The family lives in a three bedroom house in a residential area of Caterham in Surrey. The downstairs of the house is the main area used for childminding. A garden is available for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for four children under eight years old, two of whom can be in the early years age group. There are currently two children on roll, one of whom is in the early years age range.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association. She has a relevant childcare qualification.

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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

The childminder offers a welcoming and inclusive environment where children are valued as individuals and settle well. Good relationships with parents help ensure that children experience consistent care and make good progress in their learning, given their age, ability and starting points. The childminder reflects on her practice and strives to continually improve the provision. This ensures that the setting is responsive to the needs of the children who attend and their families.

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further?

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

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further?

 update the record of risk assessment to include any assessments of risks for outings and trips  use observations to identify next steps for children and plan activities that build on their knowledge and skills.

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the early years provision

Children's welfare is effectively safeguarded. The childminder has a clear understanding of her responsibilities towards the children in her care, and knows what steps to take if she has concerns about a child. All of the required documentation that supports the effective day to day running of the setting is in place. The childminder makes careful assessments of the home and garden and makes sure that any necessary safety precautions are in place, such as safety gates to restrict access to the kitchen and the stairs. She also reviews the risks This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 relating to any outings that children take part in, but currently she does not include these assessments in her records. The home is well organised to meet children's needs. There is space to play and free-flow access to the garden wherever possible. Children can easily access a wide variety of age-appropriate, good quality

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the early years provision

resources to support their play and learning both indoors and outside.

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the early years provision

The childminder works closely with parents and gathers detailed information about children's background and needs before they start at the setting. She adapts care where needed, for instance, so that older and younger children can both take part in activities, so that children's individual needs are met and equality and diversity are promoted. Parents are kept well informed through daily diary sheets and discussions, and have access to a variety of policies and procedures. The childminder is aware of the need to establish effective partnerships with other providers if children attend more than one early years setting, although this does not currently apply. She makes use of feedback from parents and links with other childminders to evaluate her provision, keep up to date and identify priorities for development. Actions taken are well chosen to improve outcomes for children, such as developing outdoor play opportunities and improving children's access to

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and outcomes for children

Children are confident and settled in the childminder's care. They show a sense of belonging as they move freely and safely around the childminder's home, and grow in independence when they help themselves to toys and play materials. Children learn to keep themselves safe when they climb carefully down the step into the garden, holding on to the side. They adopt simple good hygiene routines when they wash their hands before they eat, and the childminder follows careful procedures for changing nappies that help protect children from the risk of cross- infection. Young children make healthy choices when they enjoy some fruit for a snack and ask for more. They play outside every day as part of a healthy lifestyle, practising their physical skills out in the fresh air.

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and outcomes for children

Children have positive relationships with the childminder who is warm, attentive and responsive to their needs. They take part in a wide variety of activities that supports their development across all areas of learning. Their early language skills are fostered when the childminder encourages them to repeat new words, and they enjoy cuddling up for a story before home time. They enjoy making marks with big pens on a giant wipe clean mat. Children solve simple problems when they work out where the pieces go on their stacking toy, or which shape fits the hole in a puzzle. They use their imaginations when they paint and draw, or make models with play dough. Children find out about the world around them during a visit to see the animals at the farm, or when they talk about the trees and plants during a walk in the park. The childminder knows children well and makes regular observations of their achievements, although these are not yet consistently used to

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and outcomes for children

identify next steps and plan activities to build on their existing knowledge and skills. Children benefit from a balanced daily routine that is planned around their This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 individual needs. They enjoy their time at the setting. 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 2 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 3 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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