Sefta, Madina

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Unique reference number EY258904 Inspection date 20/01/2009 Inspector Pauline Nazarkardeh

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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 2003. She lives with four children in Colindale in the London Borough of Barnet. The whole of the ground is used for childminding, upstairs there is a bedroom which is used for sleeping; there is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. Access to the childminder's home is via one step from the street.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of two children in the early years age range. She is currently minding three children in the early years age group on a part time basis. The childminder is also registered on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is not registered to provide overnight care.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are happy and secure in the care of the childminder. This is as a result of the warm welcoming environment she has created for the children. They are making progress in their learning and development. The childminder has a growing knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum and she uses the guidance to support her in her work with children. She has started to make some accurate assessment of her service and is able to identify gaps in her knowledge and areas for development. She acknowledges that all children are individual and so needs to plan activities to meet their individual needs.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to gain knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage to provide a rich and varied environment to further support children's learning and development  continue to develop observation and assessment skills to clearly identify each child's starting point to effectively monitor their progress in all areas of learning.

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further?

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

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further?

 request written permission from parents for seeking emergency medical advice or treatment (Promoting good health) 06/02/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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provision

The childminder has started to self-evaluate her work she is able to identify areas to build upon to ensure that children’s time with her is positive and rewarding. In addition, the childminder is aware that her understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage needs to be developed. She has begun to carry out observations of the children in order to plan activities which are sufficiently challenging.

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provision

The childminder and the children thoroughly enjoy each other's company. She interacts positively with the children, playing at their level, providing good support and responds to their needs and requests. The childminder's home is organised to allow children to explore freely; they are able to easily access resources that capture their interest. The enabling environment assists them to become independent learners.

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provision

Although the childminder has a good knowledge of child protection issues and understands the importance of reporting any concerns, she does not have a written a child protection statement. The childminder has effectively assessed the risks in her home: stair gates, fire blankets and smoke alarms are in place. Children learn how to keep safe as the childminder talks to them about staying safe when in the park and in the home environment. Children are able to identify when play is not safe and brings it to the attention of the childminder.

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provision

The childminder has a good working relationship with parents. They are made to feel welcome in her home and are supported by the childminder. For example, she is sensitive to their needs and supports parents who work long hours. However, the childminder does not have a complaints procedure in place, meaning parents are not aware of the process should they wish to make a complaint. The childminder has not requested written permission from parents for seeking emergency medical advice or treatment.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are relaxed and happy in the childminder’s clean and welcoming home. They freely explore the space available to them and play in comfort. Children's safety is very well promoted as the childminder has carried out detailed risk assessments on all areas of the home, consequently children play in a safe environment.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The children enjoy healthy meals and snacks, which take into account their individual dietary needs. The childminder's practice helps to minimise cross- infection as children are asked to wash their hands at key points in the day. Children make good progress in all areas of learning and development. They take part in a range of activities, some of which are adult led and others that they initiate themselves. Children particularly enjoy making models out of play dough, playing with the interactive toys, kicking the ball and looking at the lotto cards. The childminder willingly joins in with the children who welcome her involvement. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 All children are welcomed into the childminder's home and they learn to share, take turns and to value each other. Regular praise and encouragement help to secure their self-esteem. Parents are consulted about their children’s likes, dislikes,

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

and any particular needs when their children first start with the childminder. They are kept informed of their children’s daily 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? 3 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? 3

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 3 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: 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

 ensure a written procedure is in place to be followed in relation to complaints and includes information on how parents can contact the regulator (Procedures for dealing with complaints) 06/02/2009  ensure a written procedure is in place to be followed for the protection of children (Arrangements for safeguarding children) 06/02/2009

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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

 ensure a written procedure is in place to be followed in relation to complaints and includes information on how parents can contact the regulator (Procedures for dealing with complaints) 06/02/2009  request written permission from parents for seeking emergency medical advice or treatment (Promoting good health) 06/02/2011

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