Childminder in Brent

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY437514 Inspection date 12/07/2012 Inspector Catherine Greene

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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 2011. She lives with her husband and their adult son in a ground floor flat in the London Borough of Brent. The living room, kitchen and bathroom are the main areas used with a garden for outdoor play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There is currently one child in the early years age group on roll.

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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 is highly committed to meeting children's individual needs and uses a sensitive approach that ensures children are settled, secure and included. She is experienced at establishing supportive relationships with parents and other professionals. The childminder's good understanding of the learning and development requirements and ideas for activities and resources means that overall children make good progress. She has effective systems to evaluate her practice and demonstrates a good capacity to making continuous improvements to develop outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 increase opportunities for children to explore a range of natural materials in the garden to support their sensory development.

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the early years provision

The childminder has completed training and good use is made of short courses and advisory sessions to refresh and update her knowledge of child protection. She has a good awareness of safeguarding issues and of local procedures for reporting concerns. She follows effective risk assessment procedures and these help her prioritise children's safety. She is committed to updating her knowledge of the welfare requirements. All necessary policies and procedures are in place and effectively implemented. This all helps to promote children's welfare and safety effectively.

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the early years provision

The childminder celebrates diversity at her setting and embraces other languages and cultures. She talks to the children about their photos contained in profiles and shows interest in their family and home life. The childminder is sensitive to children's feelings and makes sure they are well supported during their settling-in This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 period. Consequently, children are secure as their individual needs and backgrounds are highly valued. Children benefit from an interesting learning environment that is very well organised. Educational posters and eye-catching presentations of children's creative work, as well as photographs are displayed at the children's level. The childminder has adapted her home to make it an interesting space for children and has planned her storage, so that children can choose resources and develop their independence. She has added pictures to

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the early years provision

cupboards and shelves to make the resources more visible for children. Currently, natural resources that encourage children to explore their senses, in particular in the garden, are not so well developed.

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the early years provision

The childminder has developed good relationships with parents and keeps them well-informed about their child. Clear communication at the start of the placement makes sure that parents know about the setting and their responsibilities. Parents are encouraged to share information about their children and to contribute on special occasions. There are no children on roll who attend other settings or need support from other agencies. However, the childminder is aware of the need to work in partnership with any other settings if the need arises.

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the early years provision

The childminder has effective systems in place for self-evaluation to help to improve outcomes for children. She identifies areas for future development and makes meaningful plans about how these priorities can be achieved. For example, the childminder has identified exciting plans to add more resources to the range. The childminder demonstrates a good level of ambition in her plans to continuously improve her setting.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy a range of fun learning opportunities that are planned around their interests and abilities. The childminder has a good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Parents, at the beginning of the placement, share useful information to establish children's developmental starting points. The childminder then observes and monitors children's progress towards the early learning goals. The childminder shares the records of children's developmental progress regularly with parents and includes contributions from them.

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and outcomes for children

Children receive very good support to extend their language skills as they enjoy a wide range of stories and songs with the childminder. Furthermore, the childminder speaks clearly to the children and is knowledgeable about how to support their language skills. As a result, children become confident communicators. Children develop independence as they confidently move from the living room to the garden and let the childminder know when they are ready for their morning snack. As they have an extremely thorough settling-in time, they are confident and secure. They approach the childminder when they need help or reassurance. The childminder enjoys being with the children and encourages them to feel relaxed and happy, which promotes their confidence and learning. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children enjoy opportunities for creative play as they enjoy a good range of

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and outcomes for children

equipment, including outdoor play with sand and water. They are absorbed in their play and enjoy burying their hands in the sand and laughing with delight when the childminder finds their fingers. Animals are hidden in the sand while playing a game of hide and seek. The childminder extends this play well, encouraging children to look at and name the animals as they find them. The childminder is extremely skilful at using discussion with children to encourage their critical thinking and problem solving skills.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder organises her routines well and uses positive interaction to help children feel safe and secure. Children are learning the importance of safe behaviour and they know very well how to negotiate the space in the garden as they ride their 'motorbike'. Children's health is supported very well as they enjoy eating healthy snacks and packed lunches provided by parents. They confidently help themselves to drinking water when they are thirsty. Overall, children acquire useful skills for their future learning. 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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