Childminder in Enfield

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16/07/2013 29/06/2009

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early years provision

This inspection: 3 Previous inspection: 2 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

 Children feel safe and secure and enjoy the quality time that the childminder and her assistant spend playing with them.  Children are settled, demonstrate good behaviour and have positive relationships with the childminder and her assistant.  The childminder maintains positive relationships with children's parents who are very complimentary about the care their children receive.

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It is not yet good because

 The childminder does not have sufficient resources indoors to cover all areas of learning. As a result, children are limited in their play.  The childminder does not organise the garden effectively so that children can participate in activities that cover all areas of learning.  The childminder does not take all opportunities to support children to develop their independence skills during lunchtime.

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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 the childminder, her assistant and children during their play.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and her assistant.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at a sample of relevant documentation, including children's records.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector took into account the views of parents through the childminder's questionnaires.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2002. She lives with her husband who is also registered as her assistant and two children in Winchmore Hill, in the London Borough of Enfield. Parts of the premises used for childminding on the ground floor include a living room, a kitchen/diner and a toilet. There is an enclosed garden for outside play.

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Information about the setting

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There are currently five children on roll, two of who are in the early years age range. The childminder and her assistant take and collect children from local schools and visit the park, libraries and children's centres. In the garden, the family has a pond covered with a net, with fish as pets.

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must:

 ensure there are sufficient resources for each area of learning, to provide challenging and enjoyable learning experiences for all children.

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

 provide more resources for children to practice their early writing skills, be creative and more physically active in the outdoor environment.

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

 further support children's growing independence by encouraging them to eat their own meals during lunchtime.

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who attend

The childminder and her assistant have a sound understanding of how children learn. The childminder makes written observations and she complements these with photographs to capture children's learning opportunities in full. She uses information gathered from parents, along with initial observations, to identify children's starting points and she uses these as a clear base to build upon. There are sufficient systems in place to support the planning, observation and tracking of children's learning. Subsequently, the childminder is able to track children's progress adequately and provide relevant support for their individual learning and development.

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who attend

The childminder provides sufficient space for play and the childminder's resources are suitably maintained. However, the range of resources the childminder provides is somewhat limited and do not adequately cover all seven areas of learning for children's both indoor and outdoor environment. Consequently, this limits children's curiosity and enthusiasm for learning. The childminder and her assistant use suitable teaching techniques to support and challenge children's growing communication skills. For example, children enjoy songs and rhymes and demonstrate that they are listening by trying to join in with actions and words. Consequently, children's language development is fostered well. The childminder and her assistant regularly talk to children during activities to encourage their language. As a result, children are able to identify objects and repeat words and phrases. For example, the childminder and her assistant hold interesting conversations with the

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who attend

children about the fish in the garden pond and children are encouraged to water the flowers and watch them grow. These experiences support children to make sense of the world around them. However, although children enjoy the outdoor area, there are few resources outdoors to further support children's development in all areas of learning. For example, there are no resources outdoors to help children with active learning styles, and who like to be outdoors, to develop their early writing and creative skills.

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who attend

The childminder and her assistant encourage children as they play by joining in and offering lots of praise and encouragement. For example, they talk to them about what they are doing as they explore the sensory experience of playdough. As a result, children become excited about what they are doing, talk about the textures, shapes and calculate the amount of sculptures they made with the dough. The childminder and her assistant encourage children to use numbers in everyday activities. For example, children learn to count the ducks in the paddling pool and identify which ducks are big and which are small. This enables children to develop an awareness of mathematical concepts in a natural and fun way and helps them to develop future skills necessary for starting school. Children develop an awareness of others through special events, as they participate in a variety of religious and cultural festivals.

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

The childminder and her assistant build on children's experiences through actively being involved in their play and learning. For example, they sits on the floor and engage with the children by participating in their play and by interacting and praising the children on their achievements. Children show a sense of belonging as they move confidently around the childminder's clean and well-organised home. They demonstrate a feeling of security with the childminder and her assistant, who interact with them with warmth and enthusiasm. The childminder gains sufficient information from parents so that she gets to know each child's needs. For example, she finds out children's likes and dislikes including their dietary requirements, so they receive the appropriate care and support. This enables her to meet their individual needs and helps the children to feel safe, secure and settled. Children are generally well behaved and the childminder helps them to understand that it

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

is kind to share toys and include each other throughout their play. Younger children follow simple instructions and the childminder frequently praises all for their efforts. Consequently, these positive interactions, enable children to have a sense of pride and achievement. Children are able to play and explore in a safe and secure environment because they are appropriately supervised throughout the day. The childminder undertakes regular fire drills enabling children to gain an understanding of how to keep themselves safe in the event of an emergency evacuation.

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

The childminder and her assistant help children prepare for their next stage of learning. They ensure that children develop independence in many basic skills including managing their personal care needs. However, the childminder does not use all opportunities in children's daily routines to support them to develop their independence skills. For example, during lunchtime, she does not enable children to begin to feed themselves to develop their self-help skills. Children benefit from varied, healthy home-cooked meals and snacks that meet their nutritional needs.

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

Children play outside every day and have fun playing with water and kicking a ball. Although children enjoy the fresh air and exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle, there are missed opportunities to extend their physical development because there is no equipment for climbing, tumbling and swinging in the garden. Children visit the local park and children's centre where they are able to socialise.

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provision

The childminder and her assistant have a secure understanding of safeguarding issues and what to do if they have a concern about a child. They are vigilant in their supervision of children. The childminder conducts risk assessments to help her identify potential hazards and has carried out adequate safety measures. She has implemented a number of policies and procedures, which guide her practice and are shared with parents. The childminder has clear evacuation plans and fire safety equipment in place so she can take prompt action in the case of a fire.

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provision

The childminder has a sufficient understanding of the learning and development requirements and the importance of making sure her planning is effective in supporting children's progress. Overall, the childminder demonstrates a satisfactory capacity for continuous improvement. She is keen to attend training to ensure she has the skills, knowledge and understanding to meet children's needs. Parental feedback is positive and their views about the setting are shared through regular discussions and questionnaires. She has addressed all actions and recommendations from the previous inspection, which has had a positive outcome on children's learning and care.

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provision

The childminder and her assistant have good relationships with parents and carers and written feedback from parents state that they are happy with the care and activities offered to their children. The childminder works sufficiently with other agencies such as schools and children's centres to promote continuity in children's care and learning. She seeks training and support from her childminding development worker in the London Borough of Enfield.

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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 EY315603 Local authority Enfield Inspection number 847518 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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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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