Childminder in Greenwich

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY370907 Inspection date 14/05/2012 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 2008. She lives with her two adult children. The family lives in a three bedroom ground floor flat in Charlton, within the London Borough of Greenwich. The living room 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, three of whom may be in the early years age group. There are currently three children under eight on roll, one of whom is in the early years age range.

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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, inclusive environment where children are safe and well cared for overall. Good relationships with parents ensure that the childminder knows children well and effectively meets their individual needs. The majority of the paperwork required for childminding is in place and the childminder is well organised. Children make good progress in their learning overall, given their age, ability and starting points. However, full use is not yet made of the outdoor learning environment. The childminder has a strong commitment to continual improvement. She regularly reflects on the service she provides, in order to identify priorities for future development.

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further?

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

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further?

 request written permission from parents to seek any necessary emergency medical advice or treatment for their child in the future. (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 29/05/2012

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further?

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

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further?

 extend the use of the garden, in order to provide a wide variety of outdoor experiences across all areas of learning. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

The childminder has a clear understanding of her responsibilities towards the children in her care. This helps ensure that their welfare is effectively safeguarded. She has completed relevant child protection training and knows what steps to take if she has concerns about a child. Most of the documentation that promotes children's health, safety and well-being is in place and is comprehensive. The childminder discusses all aspects of children's care with parents before they start and is familiar with their wishes. However, she has not yet asked parents for their written consent to seek any necessary emergency medical treatment for their child. This is a legal requirement. The childminder carries out careful risk assessments of the home and garden. She makes sure appropriate precautions are in place so that children can play safely, such as storing cleaning materials out of reach. Her home is well organised to meet children's needs. Children have space to

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the early years provision

play. They can easily help themselves to a wide variety of good quality resources and play materials that are suitable for their age and stage of development.

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the early years provision

The childminder works closely with parents to make sure that she has a thorough understanding of each child's background and needs. She plans the day to ensure that children's individual needs are effectively met, such as fitting in with their day- to-day routine for mealtimes and sleep. She adapts activities as appropriate so that all children can take part. For instance, she makes sure younger children can contribute to a board game by pressing the buttons, while older children are counting. This helps ensure that equality and diversity are effectively promoted and children's needs are met well. Children learn to value diversity when they find out about each other's lives and families. They have access to resources such as traditional costumes for dressing up. Parents are kept well informed through daily discussions. They have access to a range of useful policies and procedures as well as their child's file. The childminder also works in partnership with other providers

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the early years provision

as appropriate, such as speech therapists or where a child attends another early years setting. She shows a strong commitment to continual development. She makes good use of links with other childminders, as well as feedback from parents and children, to evaluate her provision. Steps taken are well targeted to improve the setting, such as developing her knowledge by attending local training courses.

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and outcomes for children

Children are confident and settled in the childminder's care. They show a strong sense of belonging. They grow in independence as they confidently move around the home and choose their own toys and play materials. They have good relationships with the childminder, who is warm and attentive to their needs. They respond well to her calm, consistent approach and their behaviour is good. Children learn to keep themselves safe when the childminder talks to them about road safety and when they take part in a fire drill. They develop a good understanding of healthy lifestyles. They adopt simple good hygiene routines such This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 as washing their hands before they eat. The childminder ensures they each have their own towel, which helps reduce the risk of cross-contamination. Children benefit from varied home-cooked meals and a range of healthy snacks that take

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and outcomes for children

into account their nutritional needs. For example, enjoying a banana for a snack and their favourite pasta for lunch.

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and outcomes for children

Children take part in a wide variety of activities and experiences that help them make good progress in all areas of their development overall. They enjoy daily outdoor play. They practise their physical skills on their scooter or have fun with the sand. However, the garden is not yet fully used to provide a wide variety of outdoor learning experiences across all areas of the curriculum. The childminder gets to know children well. She uses her observations of their achievements effectively to plan activities that build on their interests and skills. Children's early communication skills are fostered. The childminder encourages them to try new words when they cuddle up for a story. They solve simple problems when they work out how the pieces of a construction set fit together, or count how many pigs fit into the spaceship. They learn useful skills for the future when they complete simple programmes on the computer. They learn about the world around them

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and outcomes for children

during a nature trail in the park or on a journey on the train. Children use their imagination when they play a game with the spaceship or make tea in the role play kitchen. They express their creativity when they paint or make models with play dough. They benefit from a well balanced routine that is planned around their day- to-day needs. They are well occupied and stimulated throughout the day and 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 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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