Childminder in Sutton

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17/10/2012 Not Applicable

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: Not Applicable How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children 2 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn through play and plans a broad range of interesting activities that meet their individual needs well.  Children benefit from a bright and welcoming environment that encourages them to initiate their own purposeful play indoors and out.  The childminder promotes children's communication and language skills through effective open questions and modelling being a thinker.  Children behave well because clear boundaries are set. They receive plenty of praise and encouragement and are taught right from wrong.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 Children have fewer opportunities to acquire basic skills in turning on and operating resources to expand their understanding of information and communication technology.

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Information about this inspection

Inspections of registered early years provision are scheduled:  at least once in every inspection cycle. The current cycle ends on 31 July 2016  more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged as inadequate  brought forward in the inspection cycle where Ofsted has received information that suggests the provision may not be meeting the legal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage; or where assessment of the provision identifies a need for early inspection  prioritised for inspection where we have received information that the provision is not meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and which suggests children may not be safe  at the completion of an investigation into failure to comply with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Information about this inspection

The provision is also registered on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. This report includes a judgment about compliance with the requirements of that register.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children playing in the playroom, garden and breakfast room.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed policies and procedures, observations and assessments and regulatory documentation.  The inspector checked the areas of the premises used for childminding.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2012. He lives with his wife and four-year-old child in a house in Carshalton, in the London Borough of Sutton. The childminder's home is situated close to shops, parks, schools and transport links. The whole of the home is used for childminding. Children are cared for mainly on the ground floor and one room is a designated playroom. There is an enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder regularly works with his wife who is also a registered childminder. The childminder takes children on outings and visits to local play centres, parks and play areas.

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 review and extend arrangements that enable children to initiate the use of information and communication technology regularly in their play.

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who attend

The childminder provides children with a good range of activities and experiences. These support their learning and development in the seven areas of learning effectively. He observes children at play to assess if they are progressing as expected for their age and stage of development. Together with his co-childminder, they plan for children's individual needs using their knowledge of the children's individual starting points and stage of development. This means activities are able to meet all children's needs and help them move forward at a good rate.

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who attend

Children have good opportunities to explore and investigate through play. They can self- select from a wide range of toys and resources that are stored at a low level, with labels and pictures reflecting the content of the boxes. This helps them to begin to understand that print has meaning. The childminder encourages children's language skills through highly effective interaction. For example, he narrates what children are doing and repeats familiar and new words as they play to widen their vocabulary. He models clear language as they attempt to copy sounds and words without discouraging their efforts, so that they can build on their growing skills.

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who attend

Children develop good strong physical skills because they have good opportunities to play outdoors. They enjoy exploring space and movement at the park as they run around and use challenging climbing equipment. This means they develop awareness of how their bodies work. There is a good range of toys and resources that are interactive and battery operated, although existing arrangements do not fully encourage children to show an interest and initiate the use of information and communication technology in their daily play. They have many opportunities for making marks as they use a range of media, such as, chalk, pens, pencils and paint. This helps them to learn to ascribe meaning to marks in different places and in a variety of ways.

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who attend

Children's emotional development is promoted as they develop secure, trusting relationships and warm attachments with the childminders and each other. The childminder takes time to build effective partnerships with parents to establish a good two-way communication system. To enable parents to be fully involved in their child's learning, the childminder and his co-childminder regularly share details of how children's learning can be extended at home.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children are relaxed, happy and supported by the warm and positive interactions of the childminder and his co-childminder. He includes himself in the children's activities, offering encouragement and praise, which makes children feel proud of their new achievements. As a result, the children are confident to explore and try new experiences using the childminder as a secure base.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children behave well because there are clear boundaries to help them understand about good behaviour. For example, the childminder encourages children to say please and thank you, reminds them to be kind to each other and explains to them about any negative behaviour in ways they can understand. This means children become confident learners with good self-esteem. Children develop a good understanding of themselves as part of their community and a knowledge of people who helps us as they enjoy trips to the fire station, farm and shops. These simple activities lay firm foundations for children's future learning.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children benefit from a stimulating and well-resourced home that supports their all-round development. They have good opportunities to be active and learn about healthy diets because they are involved in food choices, and receive meals that are healthy and nutritious. Regular trips to the park and playing outside develop their understanding of being active. The childminder firmly establishes self-care routines, for example, children know they wash their hands before they eat and after playing outside. Children develop a good understanding of safety as they learn about road safety when they are out and take part in regular fire drills in the home. This means they develop a good understanding of keeping themselves safe.

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provision

The childminder has a good understanding of the local safeguarding procedures. He is clearly aware of the possible signs of abuse and understands the process to follow if he has concerns about a child in his care. He and his co-childminder have attended specific child protection training to extend their knowledge further. Thorough risk assessments of the home minimise risks to children and mean high priority is given to children's safety. The childminder promotes children's safety and welfare effectively. A wide range of policies and procedures are shared with parents to promote consistency of care. Relationships with other providers delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage framework where children attend are good. This promotes continuity in children's care and smooth transitions to school.

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provision

Children thrive because the childminder works closely with their parents. He gets to know families well and strives to meet their particular needs by recording details of their individual needs. Parents receive daily feedback about children's health and well-being, both verbally and in writing. Effective communication means the parents get good feedback about children's progress, achievements and next steps. They are positively encouraged to make comments about their children's development.

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provision

The childminder and his co-childminder are working towards a local authority quality assurance scheme. They have finished two modules and are using this to evaluate their provision and identify areas for development. The childminder states he is keen to access further training, such as undertaking a higher level home childcare qualification. This shows he has a positive attitude towards maintaining continuous improvement.

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The Childcare Register

The requirements for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are Met The requirements for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are Met

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Grade Judgement Description

Grade 1 Outstanding Outstanding provision is highly effective in meeting the needs of all children exceptionally well. This ensures that children are very well prepared for the next stage of their learning. Grade 2 Good Good provision is effective in delivering provision that meets the needs of all children well. This ensures children are ready for the next stage of their learning. Grade 3 Satisfactory Satisfactory provision is performing less well than expectations in one or more of the key areas. It requires improvement in order to be good. Grade 4 Inadequate Provision that is inadequate requires significant improvement and/or enforcement. The provision is failing to give children an acceptable standard of early years education and/or is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be inspected again within 12 months of the date of this inspection.

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Grade Judgement Description

Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider does not meet the requirements for registration.

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Inspection

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under Sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and care, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY442219 Local authority Sutton Inspection number 806750 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

set out in the guidance ‘raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted', which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk.

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Type of provision

For the purposes of this inspection the following definitions apply:

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Type of provision

Full-time provision is that which operates for more than three hours. These are usually known as nurseries, nursery schools and pre-schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the higher fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Sessional provision operates for more than two hours but does not exceed three hours in any one day. These are usually known as pre-schools, kindergartens or nursery schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the lower fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Childminders care for one or more children where individual children attend for a period of more than two hours in any one day. They operate from domestic premises that are usually their own home. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Type of provision

Out of school provision may be sessional or full-time provision and is delivered before or after school and/or in the summer holidays. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. Where children receive their Early Years Foundation Stage in school these providers do not have to deliver the learning and development requirements in full but should complement the experiences children receive in school. 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,

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Type of provision

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Type of provision

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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