Childminder in Newham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11/06/2013 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 effectively promotes children's development and progress through the positive implementation of all areas of learning.  Children are happy, settled and at ease in a homely, caring environment. They are eager to learn as they confidently and freely access a good range of toys and resources.  The childminder demonstrates a strong commitment towards partnership working with parents to provide good continuity of care for all children.  The childminder works closely with other professionals, and this supports her ability to make strong improvements to her practice.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 The childminder does not fully promote children's understanding of a wide range of people and communities.

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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 spent the majority of inspection time with the childminder observing her and the child she was caring for.  The inspector took into account the views of the parents through discussion.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector examined documents including children's records, development records, tracking, policies, and procedures.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke at length with the childminder, which included discussions around safeguarding, self-evaluation and observations, planning and assessments.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives with her adult daughter in Beckton, within the London Borough of Newham. The whole of the ground floor and one bedroom, and bathroom on the first floor are used for childminding purposes. There is a garden for outdoor play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She currently cares for two children in the early years age range.

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

 encourage children's understanding of diversity further in the wider world, for example through resources that represent differences in a positive way.

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who attend

Children develop and learn and make good progress across all areas of learning because the childminder provides a varied range of experiences that cover the curriculum. The childminder has a strong understanding of the revised Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage. She implements this framework successfully to challenge the children well so that they make quick progress. Children's progress is well documented in their individual folders and supported with photographic evidence. The childminder completes detailed observations and assessments which are linked to the seven areas of learning. She uses the guidance document Development Matters in the Early Years Foundation Stage as a bench mark to assess children's development. Through discussion with parents and observation the childminder quickly knows what children can do when they first join her. This means that she has a secure understanding of how children

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who attend

develop in relation to their starting points and their ages and stages of development. Weekly written plans take into account the children's interests as well as ensuring children have a variety of experiences that meet their learning needs.

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who attend

The childminder effectively meets individual needs. For example, she closely follows young babies' routines from home, promoting children's sense of security through familiarity. She supports children very well when their parents leave so that they feel safe and secure in her home. This underpins their personal, social and emotional development. The childminder significantly supports babies to make decisions for themselves and feel valued. She attentively responds to their actions and efforts to communicate. She gives them opportunities to make decisions for themselves. For example, she sits at their level and joins in their play, as they explore the homemade plastic bottles which are filled with different materials such as glitter and rice. She uses positive language such as 'wow look what you have done' and the children respond to this with smiles and giggles. As children are so confident, they are able to progress well in their future learning, for example, when

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who attend

The childminder effectively promotes children's language development as babies begin to babble, imitating sounds and words said by the childminder. She skilfully encourages their speech as she repeats their sounds and words. The childminder also uses simple sign language to further enhance communication with the youngest children. Babies are very settled and explore their toys and resources using their senses. For example, they spend a considerable amount of time investigating the marbles in a netted bag, as they squeeze it and bang it on the floor. They then react with smiles as they listen to the noise it makes and then repeat the process.

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who attend

The childminder uses simple card games, shape sorters and a good range of programmable toys to encourage younger children's problem solving and number skills. She enhances children's enjoyment, skills, and understanding through worthwhile outings. For example, they visit various local parks and children's centres to explore the natural world and to meet other people. Children's social skills in larger groups, are further promoted through meeting other children and trying different activities at drop - in sessions. Children explore their local community and join in with celebrations at the different groups they visit. This supports their awareness of the wider world and their local community. However, the childminder does not provide a great variety of resources in her home that represent different cultures, faiths and abilities. As a result she does not fully support children to learn about different cultures, faiths, and disabilities.

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

The childminder provides a warm and friendly environment where all children feel welcome and develop a sense of belonging. Arrangements for settling in new children effectively reduce their anxiety and fear of this new experience. Children enjoy warm relationships with the childminder and show that they feel settled and secure as a result. Babies smile broadly when the childminder talks to them, showing that they feel close to her. Every child is made to feel valued and important by the childminder. She works hard at getting to know the children in her care, and demonstrates the depth of her knowledge of each child's family life, interests, and challenges.

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

Children clearly enjoy the childminder's company, they talk with her a lot, and they go to her for cuddles and comfort when they need to. Children are confident and self-assured which motivates them to explore and investigate. The childminder demonstrates respect and empathy for each child and their family. This further promotes children's personal, social and emotional development.

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

Space and resources are effectively organised. This enables children to have free access to toys and play materials. As a result they initiate some of their own games and are developing good independence in their play. Children are cared for in a safe, secure, well- maintained home. The childminder creates a warm, welcoming and inclusive environment for all children. The childminder plans varied activities indoors and outside every day so that the children regularly access fresh air. Children play in the garden to develop their large muscle skills. The childminder has prepared a covered area so that babies can safely go outside, even on very hot days.

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provision

The childminder demonstrates a genuine enjoyment of her work. She shows a clear commitment to making continuous improvements through seeking and acting upon advice from local professionals, and is highly motivated to attend ongoing professional training relating to early years.

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provision

Children develop secure, trusting relationships within the setting, which are enhanced through the well-established relationships between the childminder and their parents. She gets to know and fully understand their children's individual needs, likes and dislikes and helps them to feel secure about the care arrangements. She uses a daily diary to seek regular feedback from parents. This means that she is able to make changes that respond to their needs.

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provision

Children's health and safety is protected because the childminder maintains a current first aid certificate and she makes sure that children remain under her constant supervision at all times. The childminder ensures all necessary records, documents and policies are in place, stored securely and used effectively to safeguard children and promote their welfare. For example, the childminder uses a clear risk assessment system to identify and minimise potential hazards and her good knowledge of children protection ensures children are protected from potential harm.

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provision

Children's health is well promoted as the childminder has effective systems in place to obtain all required consents, record accidents and administer medication. Good hygiene routines are in place and the childminder offers a choice of healthy meals and snacks to meet children's dietary needs and respect parental preference.

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provision

A successful partnership with parents is established from the outset. The childminder ensures that families feel welcomed and that they fully understand how she operates. Introductory visits are encouraged when the childminder explains the different aspects of her childminding. A comprehensive portfolio, including policies and procedures, informs parents about her registration, suitability, qualifications and experience, and gives them a clear idea of how their children's welfare, learning and development will be promoted

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provision

Parents are kept well informed about their children's care and learning through the childminder's highly effective systems. For example, informative daily diaries and in-depth discussions ensure parents know how their children are progressing. During the inspection, parents comment that they are happy with the care provided and the progress that their children are making.

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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 EY453969 Local authority Newham Inspection number 896148 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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