Barton, Marcus

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

 Children have clearly formed close bonds with the childminder and his family and this provides a relaxed environment where children can learn.  The childminder provides a safe environment with a good range of age-appropriate equipment for children to use. He makes good use of local amenities to provide children with a change of environment.  The childminder makes accurate observations of children and uses these to plan for their development.  The childminder knows children well and responds to their needs, to help them develop new skills.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 There is scope to provide a wider range of books, including those with family photographs, to support children's emerging interest in stories.

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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 spoke with the childminder at convenient times during the inspection.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children as they played and took part in routines such as lunch times.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder as he interacted with children throughout the inspection.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector sampled documentation including children's records, attendance registers and policies.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2013. He lives in a first-floor flat with his wife and two young children, in Leytonstone, in the London borough of Waltham Forest. The childminder's wife sometimes works as his assistant. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The whole of the first-floor flat, which is accessed by a flight of stairs, is used for childminding. The childminder visits the nearby library, shops, swimming pool and parks on a regular basis. The childminder is currently minding one child in the early years age range. He operates Monday to Friday, 8am until 6pm all year round, except for family holidays.

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

 use photographs of family members and familiar objects to support children's emerging interest in books.

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who attend

Children are clearly happy and settled during their time with the childminder and his family. Children all play together and are excited to see each other when they return to the room following their sleep. Children explore their environment confidently and actively choose their play activities. They enjoy knocking down a tower of beakers which has been built for them as they develop their hand-eye coordination skills. Babies engage well with the childminder as he sings to them. They enjoy exploring different musical instruments and learn how to shake them to make different sounds.

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who attend

The childminder has a good knowledge of the seven areas of learning. He provides activities to cover all areas and makes effective observations of children's development as they play. The childminder skilfully supports children's communication skills in a range of ways. He provides commentaries and names familiar objects for children, to support their understanding of routines and help them develop their vocabulary. The childminder encourages babies' use of facial expressions and talks about feelings so that they become aware of their emotions and needs.

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who attend

The childminder records children's progress as they learn new skills. He supports them well as they develop their leg muscles in readiness for standing and walking and is aware of their emerging needs. The childminder has not yet completed a progress check for two- year-old children, however he has good written observations and knowledge to enable him to summarise children's progress. He speaks confidently when describing the progress children have made since they have been with him, demonstrating his observation skills and knowledge.

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who attend

The childminder plans a varied range of activities to excite and stimulate children. He makes good use of local facilities and includes trips to different places in his daily plans. For example, with his assistant, he takes children swimming and makes regular trips to the local park and forest, to give children daily outdoor experiences.

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

Children have clearly formed close bonds with the childminder in the short period they have been with him. He successfully encourages warm relationships between minded children and his own children and, as a result, children play happily together. The childminder knows children well. He recognises when babies are becoming tired or need a change of activity and he acts swiftly to meet their needs. He provides a variety of activities for babies to choose from, as they begin to move around and make their own choices in their play. When considering children's developing independence skills, the childminder works closely with parents to provide continuity of care for children. For example, he provides finger foods to encourage independence, and discusses when and how to introduce cutlery, to develop further skills.

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

The childminder encourages children to share equipment and play together. He talks with them about each other's needs and involves them in planning suitable activities for each other.

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

The childminder implements a range of practices to minimise the risk of cross infection with babies. He uses separate changing mats and cots, and children have their own flannels to use when wiping their hands and faces after they have eaten.

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

The childminder provides information on planned menus for parents and works closely with them to plan how to introduce new foods. He provides a range of textures and tastes gradually, so that children are introduced to healthy foods in a relaxed atmosphere. Snacks and meals are nutritious, and the childminder is committed to providing a low salt and low sugar diet for the children. Children enjoy fruit for snacks, and fresh drinking water is always available. Although the childminder does not currently use his garden with the children, the planned daily outdoor activities support children's healthy lifestyles. They learn about their local environment and well-planned nature trails mean that they learn about the natural world, safely.

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provision

The childminder places a high priority on keeping children safe while they are in his care. He carries out daily risk assessments and takes action to minimise any identified hazards. There is a range of safety equipment in place, including safety gates to restrict children's access to the kitchen and stairs.

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provision

The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding issues and has clear procedures to follow if he had concerns about a child in his care. He is organised with his documentation and maintains the required records well. He has a range of policies covering elements which are relevant to his practice, and he shares these with parents so that they are well informed.

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provision

The childminder has developed good partnerships with parents. He communicates with them in a range of ways, and this means that parents can look at observations on children's development when it is convenient for them to do so. The childminder provides photographs of children as they play, to keep parents fully informed of the types of activities the children have enjoyed. A daily diary provides a two-way flow of information and children thrive in this environment, as the important detail of their care is shared.

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provision

The childminder has make solid links with the local authority advisor and has implemented recommendations to develop his practice. For example, he has recently amended his assessment documentation to focus more clearly on the areas for babies' development. The childminder continuously reviews his practice and has clear ideas about the improvements he would like to make. For example, he has set himself distinct targets to develop his garden to provide a safe and stimulating area for children. This demonstrates that the childminder is committed to providing even more opportunities for children to learn about the natural environment as they enjoy outside play.

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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 EY463737 Local authority Waltham Forest Inspection number 932318 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 1

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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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