Childminder in Sutton

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 06/11/2012 Not Applicable

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early years provision

This inspection: 3 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 3 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 3

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This provision is satisfactory

 The childminder develops secure and trusting relationships with the children and their families promoting their personal, social and emotional development well. This supports children to settle quickly in the childminder's care.  The childminder adequately supports children through taking into account their interests. They are actively learning through the range of activities provided both indoors and outside the home.  Children are able to develop their own preferences and make good choices for themselves. They enjoy playing the shopping game which promotes children's mathematical development well.

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It is not yet good because

 The childminder lacks a full knowledge of the learning and development requirements and her role in the assessment of children's development and progress. Relationships are not yet developed with other providers delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage to ensure progression and the continuity of children's care and learning.  There are limited opportunities for children to develop a positive image of diversity. This limits children's understanding of people and communities.  Systems for promoting children's safety are not fully successful as the childminder has not efficiently addressed some safety issues relating to the lower glass in the garden area and fire safety.

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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 had in-depth discussions with the childminder relating to her knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and welfare, learning and development.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at all areas of the premises that are used for childminding, which included the safety in all rooms. She also looked at documentation that included policies, procedures and written observations.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed childcare practice and opportunities provided to the minded children that were present.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in North Cheam in the London Borough of Sutton. The childminder lives with her partner and three children aged 15, 11 and three years old. All areas on the ground floor and a first floor bedroom and bathroom are areas of the home used for childminding purposes. Children have access to a secure garden for outdoor play. The family has two pet cats.

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Information about the setting

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She currently has two children on roll, within the early year's age range. She operates from Monday to Friday term time only. The childminder does not receive funding to provide free early education for three and four year olds

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must:

 improve the use of observation to understand children's level of achievement, interests and learning styles, and to then shape learning experiences for each child reflecting those observations.  take steps to improve the safety of children by improving risk assessments with particular regard to the garden shed and smoke alarms.

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

 develop partnership working by establishing links with other early years settings children attend

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

 improve children's understanding of diversity by using props and books, and by encouraging them to talk about their own home and community life, and to find out about other children's experiences.

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who attend

The childminder has a basic knowledge of the learning and development requirements and the seven areas of learning. She provides a varied range of activities and experiences that children enjoy. She knows the children's interests and incorporates these into her planning. She has begun to make some simple observations of children at play. However, these are not linked to all areas of learning, and do not effectively inform planning or to ensure children's next steps are accurately identified. Consequently, although children make progress in their learning some activities offered are not sufficiently challenging. The childminder obtains information about children's welfare at the beginning of the placement, but does not discuss information regarding children's abilities and interests to establish their starting points.

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who attend

Children explore a suitable range of play materials that are appropriate for their ages and stages of development. They are happily involved in those that attract their interest. Children can independently choose some resources from the storage unit and toy box, located in the lounge. The childminder rotates toys regularly to help keep children's play provision fresh and appealing. Children's mathematical skills are well fostered. Older children enjoy playing the shopping game, which develops their problem solving, sorting and matching skills. This also encourages children to follow rules and turn take. Babies like exploring musical instruments that they can use independently, for example, by shaking the tambourines. This allows them to learn about cause and effect, rhythm and sound.

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who attend

The childminder sits alongside children and supports their play, for instance, by building towers of bricks for toddlers to knock down. Older children's expressive arts and design skills are developing. They use large bricks and construct buildings. The childminder promotes children's communication and language appropriately. For example, she talks to young children, varying her tones and repeating words. As a result, they mimic her actions and begin to understand simple instructions. In this way, children are prepared for the next stage in their learning. The childminder provides an appropriate selection of resources and activities in most areas of development and play. For example, young children are able to develop knowledge of shape, space and measure through using shape sorters and engaging in building brick towers. However, there are limited opportunities for children to develop an understanding of the world through books and toys that provide

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

The childminder is caring and develops warm relationships with children. She interacts well with children and makes them feel at ease. For example, she introduces them to visitors, and offers reassurance, which helps them to feel safe. The home is organised sufficiently to encourage children's development and progress. There are some opportunities for children to develop independence and make choices. For instance, the lounge area has a low-level storage unit and a toy box, which enables children to choose toys independently. They enjoy the activities and opportunities available. The childminder provides a range of adult-led and child-initiated activities. The younger children enjoy weekly visits to local playgroups and rhyme and rhythm sessions, which provide them with opportunities to interact with others and develop their physical and social skills.

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

Children are developing some understanding of keeping themselves safe as they take part in emergency evacuation drills. This helps them understand what to do in the event of an emergency. Children are appropriately encouraged to develop habits and behaviour appropriate to good learners. They benefit from praise and encouragement and as a result, their behaviour is satisfactory. The childminder is a positive role model and uses appropriate methods for the age and understanding of children. For example, she distracts young children away from situations by using alternative toys. Overall, the children enjoy their time with the childminder and are developing relationships with their friends.

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

Children are learning about what contributes to a healthy lifestyle. They frequently visit local parks to enjoy fresh air and exercise, which promotes children's physical development. They visit parks and use the equipment to balance and climb. The childminder carries out effective hygiene routines and ensures young children wash their hands before eating. Older children understand the importance of hand washing to 'prevent germs'. Children develop healthy eating habits from a young age. They are provided with healthy snacks and meals, which include fresh fruit, chicken pasta bake, pitta pockets, hummus and vegetable sticks. Mealtimes are pleasurable experience for children where the childminder sits with them and helps young children to feed themselves. She also encourages them to drink regularly, so they do not become thirsty. The childminder maintains a current first aid certificate and a well-stocked first aid box.

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

She makes sure that any minor accidents are dealt with in a prompt manner.

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provision

Children are safeguarded sufficiently because the childminder has an understanding of the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder is generally vigilant about safety issues in and outside of the home. For example, she completes both visual and written risk assessments. She has implemented a number of safety precautions. However, although children are well supervised, the childminder has not addressed the safety issues raised at her registration visit, such as glass in the shed or the lack of smoke alarms on the first floor. She has implemented a range of policies and procedures that are in line with the current requirements. The childminder shares her policies and procedures with parents, which keeps them informed of her practice. She maintains all the required documentation for the safety and well-being of the children she cares for.

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provision

The childminder has recently begun childminding and is developing positive relationships with parents. She ensures parents are updated on their child's day through daily discussions and daily diaries. Diaries include information about meals, nappy changes, sleep, what they have done and what that they have enjoyed. However, they are not informed about their children's achievements and progress and how they can contribute to this.

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provision

The childminder has not yet developed relationships with other providers delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage to ensure progression and the continuity of children's care and learning. The childminder demonstrates a sufficient understanding of the learning and development requirements. This is evident in her practice with the children and they are interested and involved in the activities and opportunities she provides.

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provision

The childminder is establishing appropriate systems to evaluate her practice. Since registration, she has completed training to develop her knowledge and practice. This demonstrates a commitment to driving improvement.

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The Childcare Register

The requirements for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are

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actions)

The requirements for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are

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To meet the requirements of the Childcare Register the provider must:

 ensure the premises and equipment used for the purposes of the childcare are safe and suitable for that childcare (both parts of the Childcare Register).  ensure the premises and equipment used for the purposes of the childcare are safe and suitable for that childcare (both parts of the Childcare Register).

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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 EY430313 Local authority Sutton Inspection number 797974 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

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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

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