Childminder in Tower Hamlets

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10/06/2013 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 builds close relationships with the children and this is evident in the way they play and chat.  The childminder's planning for activities is based soundly on children's interests and needs.  The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and they are making good progress as a result.  The childminder is committed to continuously improving her provision. She effectively monitors and evaluates her practice.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 The childminder does not encourage children to develop their writing skills as they take part in daily routines and activities, such as role play games.  The childminder does not provide a wide range of interesting resources and experiences to help children develop their awareness of numbers.

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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 observed children as they played and examined children's development records.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the childminder and observed her practice as she played with children.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector examined a range of documents including policies, attendance records and risk assessments.  The inspector examined the areas used for childminding.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives with her partner and daughter in a residential area of the Isle of Dogs, within the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. The family live on the first floor of a low-rise block of flats, accessible via a lift. The whole of the flat is used for childminding, except one bedroom. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There are currently two children on roll in the early years age range who attend on different days. The childminder walks and takes the bus to local schools to take and collect children. The family has a pet hamster and fish.

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

 develop opportunities for children to practise their writing skills during games and daily routines.

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

 use a wider range of resources and activities to further develop children's knowledge and experience of numbers

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who attend

Children are settled and happy during their time with the childminder. They are confident learners and join in with activities with enthusiasm and interest. Children have developed close bonds with the childminder and there is a relaxed atmosphere, which helps children learn and develop. The childminder's home is clean, bright and welcoming. She has displayed a variety of posters and signs to provide interesting print for children to look at. The childminder has a good knowledge of the requirements of the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage. She uses effective observations of children to plan stimulating activities for them. For example, the childminder uses role play activities for children to learn about fire drills. She then extends children's learning by taking trips to the local fire station. Children are excited as they demonstrate how to use a fire hose and laugh as they talk about getting wet. The childminder's planned activities are based on

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who attend

children's interests as well as their learning needs. This means that children enjoy the activities and are enthusiastic about their learning. They are well prepared for the next stage in their learning. The childminder asks appropriate questions of children as they play. Children recognise print on play mats and, with the support of the childminder, they use the pictures to help them identify words. Children enjoy looking at a blow-up globe and they point out different countries when asked. All of these activities help children to develop their thinking skills. Older children are developing their concentration levels. They spend increasing lengths of time completing threading activities and puzzles. The childminder sits with the children as they complete these activities, giving help and support when children need it. Older children learn to recognise letters and words and practise early writing skills. However, the

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who attend

childminder does not always encourage children to use writing for a purpose, for example, during the daily routine and in role play situations. The childminder shares written observations and planning with parents. The childminder completes detailed assessments of children's achievements and development levels, which parents review and comment on. These assessments are in line with requirements for children's progress checks at the age of two, when this is applicable to the children. The childminder provides age appropriate activities for all children. Older children enjoy dressing up as fire fighters and doctors, putting on helmets and jackets to enhance their play. Younger children play with dolls and interactive toys to help them develop an early interest in technology.

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

The childminder is affectionate with the children and she shows she is happy with them as they celebrate their achievements. The childminder provides a broad range of good quality resources, which reflect positive images of diversity. She uses manufactured and carefully prepared homemade books to share positive images with children. This means that children learn about various people and communities. They use the pictures to promote discussion about different subjects and occupations. The childminder uses facilities in the local area well. She takes the children to play sessions at the local children's centre and visits the park. This means that children can enjoy a wide variety of play experiences. They also develop their social skills as they learn to play with other children, sharing and taking turns with equipment. The childminder meets children's emotional needs as she plans individual settling in

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

arrangements to suit the children. She shares information with parents about children's sleep and eating habits so that she can provide continuity of care. The childminder places a high priority on children's safety and hygiene in the home. She provides individual face cloths and towels for children to help prevent cross infection. Children learn independence skills as they wash and dry their hands themselves. Children's behaviour is good. The childminder uses effective strategies to encourage positive behaviour. The caring atmosphere and the praise given to children by the childminder means that these strategies are rarely needed. Older children are supported as they learn the skills they will need as they progress to school. They are practicing threading skills so that they can learn to tie shoe laces and the childminder talks with them about the new experiences they will have. Children practise pencil control in fun activities and the childminder uses the environment to encourage

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

children to recognise numbers. Children are keen to talk about the bus number they travel on during their regular trips out. However, there are fewer opportunities for children to gain awareness of numbers in the home environment using a wide range of resources and materials.

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provision

The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge of all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She confidently explains the procedures she would follow if she had concerns about a child in her care. The childminder's documentation is extremely well organised and she has devised some of her own paperwork to help her meet all requirements. The childminder carries out risk assessments in all areas to help to ensure her home is safe. She uses a range of safety equipment, including electric socket covers and door stoppers, to minimise risks to children. The childminder has an appropriate first aid certificate which means she can give treatment to children should they need it. She has a first aid kit in the home and takes a similar kit out with her when she takes the children on trips. She can therefore attend to children's immediate medical needs wherever they are. Parents are happy with the care given to their children. They comment positively on the

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provision

regular feedback they receive on children's care and development needs. The childminder completes diaries for parents and includes information on children's eating and sleep patterns as well as the activities they have taken part in. These actions all help to develop good relationships with parents. The childminder places a great importance on reflecting on and improving her provision. She has created her own self evaluation form and has identified areas she would like to develop including the expansion of her own knowledge by completing further training. She has developed links with the local childminder co-ordinator and uses the toy library to provide a good variety of equipment for children to use.

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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 EY454684 Local authority Tower Hamlets Inspection number 896335 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 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

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

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