Childminder in Southwark

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 08/05/2013 16/07/2009

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: 3 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 develops children's communication and language well and, as a result, children respond enthusiastically to questions asked and conversations taking place.  The childminder is kind and caring and as a result children feel safe and secure.  The childminder has a very positive attitude to ensuring she is up to date in childcare practices and has attended many courses and is also now qualified in Childhood Studies.  The childminder supports children very well and consequently they make good progress in all areas of their learning and development.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 The childminder is not always consistent in finding out about the cultural and language background information of minded children.

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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

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Information about this inspection

 scheduled more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged 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 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  scheduled 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 showed her Ofsted identification document.  The inspector discussed the inspection plan and timescales.  The inspector observed childcare practices and viewed relevant paperwork.  The inspector provided feedback on the judgements to the provider.  The inspector observed children and the childminder together.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2006. She lives with her husband and family in a second floor flat in Bermondsey, in the London borough of Southwark. The home is close to public transport, schools, shops, parks and other amenities. Children use the living room and child's bedroom for play and there is access to bathroom facilities.

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Information about the setting

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. She currently has one child in the early years age group on roll. The childminder collects children from the local school and attends several toddler groups on a regular basis.

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

 strengthen the procedure already in place, to help ensure children's cultural differences, attitudes and expectations are fully considered when assessing children's learning and care needs.

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who attend

The childminder has a good understanding of how children's communication and language skills develop. She makes good use of the activities children enjoy, encouraging their speech. The childminder is also very skilful in asking open-ended questions, promoting children's thinking skills and considered responses. For example, when children are looking at their favourite books, the childminder involves them and asks leading questions about the pictures. She provides a sand tray, with toy trucks and diggers, to keep children's interest and to prompt conversations between them and the childminder. She also extends their learning by providing a storybook which contains pictures of similar vehicles. This adds a new challenge to younger children as they begins to link sounds and pictures.

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who attend

The childminder uses positive ways when managing children's behaviour, she speaks with them calmly and with a purpose. Children respond to her guidance well. They are learning how to manage their own behaviour and feelings in various situations. For example, she is able to talk children through finishing their lunch, when they would clearly prefer to be playing with the toys. The children show they feel valued and have good levels of self- confidence and positive self-esteem. The childminder ensures there are opportunities for children to develop physical skills every day. The childminder's home is a third storey flat, with a balcony that is not quite ready to be used by the children. However, there is a large green area, with a play park, in front of her flat, which the childminder visits every day with the children. This gives them opportunities to run, climb and balance, promoting their physical development. There is also a local toddler group where they go regularly. The

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who attend

childminder helps children learn to count, know their colours and has games and activities to promote this. For example, she encourages them to count, say the colours and name the types of trucks they are playing with and that are pictured in the book.

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who attend

When children start with her, the childminder obtains the required information about their individual needs, from their parents. She uses this to help in her planning of every day activities, ensuring that child initiated play is always encouraged. However, she does not always obtain enough background information about children's cultures and languages at home. There are adult-led opportunities when children can explore outdoor areas and their local community. The childminder makes sure she discusses the children's day and achievements with their parents, whenever they pick them up. She also uses a daily communication book to support these conversations. Parents can view their children's development records at any time, which encourages them to be actively involved in their children's learning.

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

The childminder's home is child friendly and welcoming. Children's welfare and well-being is the childminder's main priority. The childminder has recently completed safeguarding training and has used this, as well as her previous childcare experiences, to produce well- written policies. As a result, the procedures to follow should she have concerns about a child whilst in her care as clearly laid out to enable her to take prompt action.

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

Children settle in well and clearly feel safe and secure in the childminder's company. Children look to the childminder to join them in their chosen activities, or to look at a favourite book. She is always ready to give children comfort, for example, when they are tired or upset. The childminder is very skilful at encouraging the children to be independent and respond to their own needs. For example, by providing the children with the resources to make up their own play scenarios. The childminder praises children in their achievements. This continues to promote their self-esteem and confidence. The childminder gives good attention to children's health. She encourages parents to provide nutritious options for snacks and meals, helping children learn which foods are good for them. Good hygiene routines are in place, children are learning to understand when and why they have to wash their hands. This helps prepare them for when they go to nursery

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

The childminder has attended several first aid courses in her time as a child carer, including one recently. As a result, she is very knowledgeable about the procedures she would follow to treat any minor injuries children might sustain. The childminder carries out regular risk assessments and checks, helping to ensure the environments, resources and equipment that children are use are safe. Children display trust in the childminder and they have built very good relationships together. This supports their feelings of emotional security.

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provision

The childminder makes sure she implements the requirements of the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage. She is also pro-active in using the Development Matters in the Early Years Foundation Stage guidance material to assess children's progress. Her observations of the children's progress are recorded clearly and professionally and are linked to the children's stage of development. These show that the children are progressing very well in all areas of learning. The childminder has effective procedures that mean her provision runs smoothly, efficiently and to the benefit of all the children.

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provision

The childminder is able to evaluate her childminding service effectively. She is very clear about the improvements she has already implemented and those which she plans to make in the future. These include using her balcony more, so children can have free access to a different space, which is also outdoors. Through attending different local childcare events, the childminder has made contact with other child carers in her local area. This has helped her develop and improve her childcare service. The childminder is qualified to Diploma level and has worked with children for many years. She has attended numerous training courses and workshops to help her keep up to date with current practices. The childminder's many policies and procedures are well written and informative. They show the good attention she gives to the welfare and safety of the children in her care. Parents receive copies of these to help ensure they are fully aware of the childminder's role and

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provision

responsibilities. Parents are encouraged to be part of the service she provides. The childminder has established a process to enable them to be more fully involved in their child's learning and development. Signed consents are obtained for aspects of care and learning, such as the administration of medications and observations. The childminder displays a good knowledge and understanding of how important it is to share information for children's continuity of care.

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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 action. 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 EY342239 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 844036 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Telephone number

set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: 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, which are usually the childminder’s 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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