Childminder in Barking and Dagenham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY336435 Inspection date 26/04/2012 Inspector Marilyn Peacock

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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 2006. She lives with her daughter in a residential area of Dagenham in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. The whole ground floor is used for childminding and a garden is available for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory part of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time, of whom three may be in the early years age group. There is one child in the early years age group on roll who attends on a part time basis. The family has no pets.

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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 are making satisfactory progress although the childminder's systems for observation and planning are not fully effective. There is an appropriate range of resources although not all of these are sufficiently challenging or easily available. The childminder completes risk assessments but has failed to minimise all potential hazards. Parents share some information about their children but are not fully involved in their learning. Children learn about their own festivals and times of celebration but not those of others. The childminder is still in the early stages of monitoring her practice but is committed to 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 are kept to a minimum, with particular regard to potentially dangerous materials in the bathroom (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) (also applies to the compulsory Childcare Register) 26/05/2012

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further?

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

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further?

 develop systems for monitoring and evaluating practice to identify the setting's strengths and priorities for development that will improve the quality of provision for all children  develop a systematic and routine approach to using observations and assessment to plan the next steps in a child's developmental progress and involve parents in this process This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  support and extend children's learning and development further by developing the range of equipment, toys and resources available  promote positive attitudes to diversity through providing activities which encourage children to talk about similarities and differences and learn to value aspects of other people's lives.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a sound knowledge and understanding of child protection and how to safeguard children. She understands the importance of following the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures in the event of any concerns. She makes appropriate risk assessments and takes generally effective action to manage or eliminate risks to children. For example, barriers and gates prevent children touching the television and shelves in the lounge. However, the risk assessment of the bathroom states that all chemicals are stored out of reach but this is not the case. Bleach, shampoos and cleaning materials are stored on the low level window sill and these pose a risk to children. This is a breach of requirement. The childminder risk assesses outings and regular trips to minimise risks when out and about. She has a fire evacuation procedure in place which she has practised with the minded children to help ensure that they learn how to protect themselves in an

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the early years provision

Children use the large through lounge which gives them an appropriate play space. They can choose from a reasonable range of age-appropriate resources. However, resources do not provide children with sufficient opportunities to be creative or think critically. In addition, some are still in their original cellophane wrapping, inhibiting children from making choices and developing independent skills. There are some resources that provide positive images of disability. However, opportunities for children to develop their understanding of cultural diversity through using different resources and artefacts which promote cultural awareness are few. The childminder celebrates children's home festivals and times of celebration. She introduces them to the celebrations of her own faith but has not yet introduced them to other cultures or events within the local community.

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the early years provision

The childminder has appropriate relationships with parents. She seeks personal information from them about their children and their routines and individual needs. Parents are kept informed of their child's day and achievements through daily discussions. However, they are not encouraged to share examples of children's learning at home to help the childminder's assessment of their children's learning so far. Although at present no children attend any other early years provision, the childminder is aware of her responsibility to work in partnership with other providers and services to promote children's welfare and development.

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the early years provision

The childminder is in the early stages of reflecting on the service she provides. At present she does not fully identify areas for improvement. However, she is keen to improve her provision and is working with the local authority childcare development team to improve the outcomes for children. Actions set at the last inspection have been met and the childminder has been attending training to help This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 her progress.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder supports children at a satisfactory level and helps them follow their routine from home to build a feeling of security and belonging. Overall, she is able to describe children's current abilities and interests and how she uses this knowledge to provide appropriate play experiences. However, her systems for assessing children's progress towards the early learning goals are not fully effective and, therefore, children's achievements and gaps in their learning are sometimes missed. As a result, the childminder does not plan fully for children's individual learning needs.

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and outcomes for children

Children develop appropriate skills for the future. The childminder offers support by helping the children to make objects using interconnecting blocks. She counts the number of the blocks used and discusses their colour. The children then decide to play on their own and start placing small world figures into boxes. They try pushing them into the box to make them fit and the childminder helps them to work out that they need a bigger box. She talks to the children about the figures, some of which have crutches to help them walk and others depict wheelchair users. The children match the dolls that use wheel chairs together and cuddle their favourite figures to their chest. Children develop an understanding of using books because books are easily accessible. The childminder chooses a book to read, showing the children the front cover and explaining that the child on the cover looks like them.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder works in partnership with parents to help children understand the importance of good behaviour. She uses consistent methods to manage children's behaviour and they respond appropriately. Children's health and hygiene are adequately promoted. At present parents provide all meals and the majority of snacks for their children. The childminder talks to the parents about providing healthy food which meets children's dietary needs and promotes a healthy eating programme. Fresh drinking water is easily accessible throughout the day and the childminder reminds children to drink throughout the day so that they do not become thirsty. Children use the compact garden regularly for exercise and fresh air. 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 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) 26/05/2012

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