Childminder in Bexley

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12/02/2014 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 is skilful in promoting children's independence, through the activities she provides.  The childminder interacts well with children and gives them good attention and support when needed.  The childminder works efficiently and productively with the parents and is able to provide them with relevant information about their children's progress and her service.  The children benefit from a good range of toys, resources and activities.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 Children's next steps in learning are not always consistently identified, to aid more effective monitoring of children's learning and development.

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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 held discussions with the childminder throughout the inspection.  The inspector observed the children and sampled relevant documentation.  The inspector fed back her findings to the childminder.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives with her daughter in a three bedroom house in Erith, Kent. The childminder generally uses the ground floor of her home setting for play activities and sleeping arrangements, although the whole of the setting is suitable. Bathroom and toilet facilities are located on the ground and first floors. There is an enclosed garden area for outside play. The home setting is close to many amenities including parks, a library, a toddler group and pre-schools. The family has a pet dog. The childminder is registered on the Early Years register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There are currently six children in the early years age group on roll. The childminder collects children from local nurseries and schools.

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

 consider reviewing the assessment systems to ensure children's next steps in learning are more clearly identified for improved monitoring.

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who attend

The childminder has a good understanding about how children learn through play and how they benefit from experiencing age-appropriate resources and stimulating activities. She encourages children to try out new toys, to use their imagination and practise new found physical skills. The childminder tends to use a child-led approach in promoting learning and development. Before she starts minding children, she obtains any relevant and important information about their personal background and individual needs from their parents. She also asks them about their children's development and what their children can already do, for example, in feeding or dressing themselves. The childminder uses this information, together with her ongoing observations of the children, to help her provide appropriate daily activities.

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who attend

The childminder has a dedicated play room which contains a variety of interesting and challenging toys and resources for children to choose from. They enjoy playing with small world figures and buildings. The childminder provides interesting activities for the children. All children are involved in a baking activity, for example, even the younger ones, who have their own spoons and bowl. Care and physical skill and control are displayed as a child breaks an egg, perfectly, into a bowl. The childminder makes good use of the activities to encourage children's communication and language skills. The childminder plays with the children at their level and interacts skilfully with them. This encourages them to communicate with her, promoting their language, speech and social development. Babies who are now strong enough to walk are encouraged to take their first steps around the furniture. They clearly pleased when the childminder praises them. There are

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who attend

opportunities for children to be able to relax in a comfortable and cosy area to look at books or just enjoy quiet time.

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who attend

There are opportunities for children to develop physical skills every day, either in the garden, on walks or through visits to local parks. This provides children with more space to run about, climb and develop balancing skills. The childminder uses toys to help children begin to recognise colours and learn to count. For example, when making cakes, she counts the paper cases with the children. The childminder makes time to discuss the children's daily routine with their parents. Children's development records are available for parents to view at any time, which supports their involvement in their children's progress.

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

The childminder's home is welcoming and child friendly. A dedicated playroom helps children feel at ease straight away. She gives good attention to the children's welfare and well-being; as a result, children settle well. They clearly feel safe and secure in her company. For example, the very young children still need, and like, her to join in with their chosen activities. The childminder is happy to give any child comfort and a cuddle if they want it. She promotes children's independence and self-help skills through, for example, by letting them choose activities and how they play with the toys and resources that interest them. The childminder praises children for their achievements; this confirms their feelings of pride and self-confidence. The childminder uses clear and well-written policies and procedures to confirm and support her role and responsibilities. These help ensure she safeguards children's welfare whilst they are in her care. The childminder displays a

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

good knowledge and understanding of what she would do if she had any child protection concerns about a child.

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

The childminder provides all drinks and snacks, as well as the older children's meals. She offers children balanced foods. Helpful posters mean children can begin to understand which foods are good for them. The childminder encourages appropriate self-care routines. For example, younger children are taught how and when to wash their hands. The childminder has attended a recognised first aid course and shows she has a good understanding about what she would do to treat any minor injuries children might experience. The childminder carries out regular risk assessments and she records and monitors her findings. This helps to ensure the different environments, equipment and toys that children use are suitable and free from hazards. Children clearly feel safe and secure when they are with the childminder: they make frequent eye contact with her and show they trust her, and they are confident to express themselves. Together, they have

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

built very good relationships and it is obvious that the children feel valued.

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

The childminder has clear strategies in place to manage children's behaviour. For example, she expects them to listen to her if she is telling them something helpful. The children respond positively, and the older ones are starting to manage their feelings and behaviour in various situations, for example, they manage to control their frustration and persevere, when they struggle to achieve what they set out to do.

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provision

The childminder implements the requirements of the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage well. Each child has a progress and development folder where observations and photographs are kept. The childminder's written assessments of children's progress are brief but evaluative, showing the links to each child's stage of development. These identify that children are progressing and achieving well in all areas of learning. However, children's next steps in learning are not always consistently identified and followed up, to aid more effective monitoring of any specific learning needs.

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provision

The childminder has clear and effective procedures in place. These ensure her provision operates efficiently and benefits all the children who attend. The childminder has developed an effective system to help her self-evaluate her service. She is able to assess and implement changes required. These include her intention to attend further training to promote her professional development and help keep her up to date with current practices, for example, in observation and assessment. Parents are also encouraged to have their say about the service she provides. They report how pleased they with their children's progress since being with the childminder. There are signed consents obtained from parents, for different aspects of care and learning, for example, outings and emergency medical treatment if required. The childminder plans to continue with improving the processes already in place, so that parents can become more involved in

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provision

their children's learning and development. The childminder shows she is very aware of how important it is to share information for children's continuity of care, so that they are well prepared for their next stage of learning.

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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 Requires improvement The provision is not giving children a good standard of early years education and/or there are minor breaches of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be monitored and inspected within twelve months of the date of this inspection. 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

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Grade Judgement Description

the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be monitored and inspected again within six months of the date of this inspection. 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 EY466275 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 926078 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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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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