Childminder in Newham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY261613 Inspection date 13/10/2011 Inspector Jennifer Liverpool

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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 2003. She lives with her partner and her two adult children and a four year old daughter in North Woolwich in the London Borough of Newham. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding purposes. The toilet is on the first floor of the premises. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, no more than two may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding two children in this age group, one of whom attends before and after school. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She holds a National Vocational Qualification Level 3 in childcare. The childminder takes and collects children from local schools and goes to toddler groups regularly. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children's welfare is appropriately safeguarded; however, hygiene routines and risk assessments do not always fully support children's health and safety. Children make satisfactory progress in their learning and development, although the system for observing and assessing children's progress is not fully developed to enhance children's progress further. The childminder engages with parents to ensure that children's individual needs are sufficiently met and is developing partnerships with other settings they attend. The childminder provides an inclusive environment where all children are welcome, but activities do not sufficiently develop their awareness of diversity. The procedures for self-evaluation are developing and the childminder demonstrates a satisfactory capacity to continue 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?

 take all reasonable steps to ensure that hazards to children both indoors and outdoors are kept to a minimum. (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) (also applies to the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register) 27/10/2011 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 To further improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 consistently promote good hygiene in order to prevent the spread of infection and also to help children to follow good hygiene practices  provide positive images that challenges children's thinking and help them to embrace differences in culture, disabilities, gender and race  develop the system for observation and assessments by monitoring children's achievements in all areas of learning and analyse your observations to help plan the next steps for individual children.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a reasonable knowledge and understanding of child protection and the process for recording and reporting concerns that she may have about a child in her care. She is generally aware of the procedures to follow in the event that an allegation is made about her or members of the household in order to fully support children's welfare within the setting. The childminder is clear about her responsibilities to notify Ofsted of significant changes within the childcare provision and ensures that household members are appropriately checked. The procedures for carrying out risk assessments are inconsistent. Suitable safety measures are in place in some areas that children come into contact with. However, children are exposed to potential hazards in the garden and the small play room, such as rusty barbecue equipment, a hanging clothes line and an unsecured metal storage rack. This is a breach of the welfare requirement. The

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the early years provision

childminder holds a valid first aid certificate. This means that she can give appropriate care to children if there is an accident. All mandatory documentation is in place and appropriately maintained.

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the early years provision

The deployment of resources is adequate. The childminder makes appropriate use of the environment to meet the needs of the children. For example, children have direct access to the garden, which promotes their physical development. Regular outings to parks and shops enable them to learn about the features of their local community. The childminder demonstrates a sound attitude towards equality and diversity as she is aware of children's individual needs and respects their differences. The childminder has positive relationships with parents. She gathers relevant information from parents before children are placed in her care. This enables her to meet children's individual needs regarding routines. Regular informal discussions and the sharing of children's observation records enable parents to know about their child's wellbeing and how they are developing. Parents receive suitable information about the provision. They share written policies,

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the early years provision

including Ofsted's contact details and the complaints procedure. Parents are encouraged to complete a questionnaire to share their views about the provision. Parents comment that they are satisfied with the care offered. The childminder is developing partnerships with other providers that deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and is obtaining support on matters relating to children's care and learning. She has appropriately addressed most of the actions raised at the last inspection. The childminder has attended a number of courses in order to keep up to date with childcare practices and is beginning to reflect on her This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 practices. This demonstrates a commitment to maintaining the continual improvement of her provision.

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and outcomes for children

Children are generally happy, secure and settled. They readily approach the childminder and communicate their needs through pointing or using one- to two- word sentences. Overall, children receive appropriate levels of interaction and engagement with the childminder. Children benefit from playing in a spacious environment and they move between the lounge and the playroom freely and independently. They have safe and easy access to toys, which means that they can make choices about their play. In general, the toys are suitable for the children's age and development. However, toys reflecting positive images of diversity are lacking. Children behave well as the childminder uses praise to promote good behaviour. Children benefit from being able to socialise with other children through visiting toddler groups. They are given support in sharing and taking turns while participating in group activities.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder is beginning to keep photographs of what children do and samples of their work to monitor and assess children's skills against some, but not all, of the areas of learning. The childminder is not currently using her observations to identify how to move children on to reach their full potential. However, in spite of these shortcomings, children make sound progress and develop skills for the future because they are regularly provided with a suitable range of indoor and outdoor activities. The children are able to make themselves understood through language and actions. They are beginning to show an interest in numbers and have opportunities to develop counting skills in daily routines. Children's creativity and imagination are encouraged through activities such as, painting, arts and crafts, and role play. Children are starting to join in action songs, such as, 'The wheels on the bus' and 'Incy wincey spider'. These activities help to develop children's

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and outcomes for children

The childminder gathers relevant information regarding children's dietary requirements. This ensures that children's individual needs are met. Children receive a range of healthy snacks and varied meals each day, which helps them to develop awareness of healthy eating. Children play in a generally clean environment. Protective clothing and safe disposal facilities are available for nappy changing. However, the childminder's practice is inconsistent as the children are not always encouraged to follow good hygiene practices, such as washing their hands before meals. Children are developing an awareness of how to keep themselves safe. They have gentle reminders to sit down when they are drinking and practise fire evacuation procedures. 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 3 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 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 3

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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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report. (Suitability and safety of premises and equipment) 27/10/2011

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report. (Suitability and safety of premises and equipment) 27/10/2011

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