Childminder, Out-of school day care in Hammersmith and Fulham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 31/03/2014 03/06/2009

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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 requires improvement

 The childminder plans and provides regular outings to enable children to experience the outdoors to support their understanding of the wider world.  Children keep safe and secure because the childminder has a clear understanding of his safeguarding responsibilities and ensures his home is safe for children.  The childminder has a sound range of toys and resources to keep children interested and curious to learn.

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It is not yet good because

 The childminder does not fully support children's communication and language development because he does not consistently talk aloud as children play to teach them new words or more complex sentences.  The childminder lacks some awareness of the importance of partnership with parents, in particular, regarding the sharing of information about each child's specific learning and development needs.  The childminder does not always work with parents in a calm and sensitive manner to support the care and welfare of minded children.

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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 completed observations of the childminder's and co childminder's interactions with the minded children as they played in the lounge.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection about the systems he has in place for observation, assessment and planning and to support children's welfare.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector sampled documentation the childminder uses to support his practice, including the accident record and self-evaluation documents.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2004. He lives with his wife who is his co-childminder in Hammersmith in the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. The childminder lives in a fourth-floor flat and two rooms in the flat are used for childminding. Access to the flat is via steps. The childminder visits local parks for children to have regular opportunities outdoor play. The childminder currently cares for two children in the early years age group and one child over eight years before and after school. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register, and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification.

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must:

 improve the programme for communication and language so children receive high levels of interaction and experience a rich language environment

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must:

 improve communication with parents to ensure that information relating to children's specific developmental needs is shared regularly and parents are fully involved in their child's learning

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

 improve partnership working with parents so that any issues or discussions about the care provided or the child's needs are handled in a calm and sensitive manner

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who attend

The childminder has a sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and uses this knowledge to provide a satisfactory range of experiences for the children. The childminder and co-childminder work together observing the children to plan each child's next steps for learning so they make sound progress. The childminders maintain ongoing records of the children's learning and development to show how they are progressing in each area of learning. These records are complemented with many photographs to show evidence of the activities the children are involved in.

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who attend

The childminder has a sound awareness of the importance for using books in children's learning to support their language and literacy skills. Children have access to a wide range of age-appropriate books and clearly enjoy sitting with the childminder looking at the pictures together. However the childminder is not consistent in his teaching practices, for example he does not model language or talk through and comment effectively on the activities the children are exploring. This hinders children's development and does not ensure that children are fully supported to make good progress in their communication and language development.

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who attend

Children enjoy exploring the different toy cars and seek out their favourite ones to engage in imaginative play. They find the fire engine and make the sound of the siren as they push it across the floor. The childminder supports this interest by reminding them they see the fire engines when out walking, pointing to the window as they talk about outside. This helps young children make connections in their experiences.

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who attend

The childminder makes effective use of the space within the home, keeping a clear pathway between rooms to enable young children to sit and ride on indoor wheeled toys and play safely. He also plans activities to enable children to be physically active while indoors, for instance providing a tunnel so they can practise crawling or tumbling on to cushions. The childminder particularly makes good use of community groups and outside play areas to enable children to experience the outdoor environment and have physical exercise to support their good health.

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who attend

The childminder provides verbal feedback and completes a daily diary to help to ensure parents are aware of their child's day. The childminder is aware of sharing information with parents regarding children's welfare and health needs; however he lacks some understanding of the importance of having regular discussions about the child's progress and specific learning needs. As a result parents do not fully participate in their child's learning by sharing their experiences and the childminder does not keep fully updated about children's changing needs.

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

Young children are settled and happy with the childminder because he and his co- childminder provide a caring and supportive environment to meet the children's individual care needs and promote equal opportunities. He offers reassurance and cuddles throughout the day, which supports children's emotional security and attachment.

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

The childminder provides a well-resourced home environment where children can access suitable play resources and equipment which are stored at their level. This enables them to have easy access and encourages children to make choices and use equipment in different ways. Children's behaviour is age appropriate and the childminder has effective strategies in place to deal with any issues as children become older and develop. Consequently children learn about behaviour expectations, helping them develop important personal and social skills.

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

The childminder has an understanding of nutrition and the requirements of a varied, healthy and balanced diet. The childminder attends well to children's care needs ensuring they have regular drinks and snacks. He has a sound awareness of children's individual dietary needs through discussions with parents. He works well with the parents to make sure he is fully aware of the foods that children may be intolerant to and provides suitable alternatives. Good standards of hygiene in the home help to keep children well.

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

The childminder prioritises children's safety and carries out daily risk assessment checks and reviews of his home on a regular basis to protect children's welfare. Safety measures are in place, such as gates across the access to the hallway so that children keep out of the kitchen for their own well-being. The childminder promotes children's understanding of risks through activities and by talking about the importance of holding hands when out walking. Young children are safely secured into the pushchair and the childminder permits them to run freely when they are in a safe place. The childminder is aware of the importance of practising the emergency procedures on regular basis due to having a number of stairs to use to reach safety. Children's understanding of risks is promoted through the childminder reminding children about the importance of tidy up time to ensure not too many toys are left out to prevent tripping hazards.

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provision

This inspection took place following concerns raised to Ofsted about the childminder's general suitability and behaviour when dealing with an issue with a parent. At inspection the childminder admitted that he had not been sensitive in his handling of a discussion and had raised his voice. He had however apologised immediately to the parent involved. The incident shows the childminder does not have a good understanding of how to use appropriate methods of communication with parents. As a result of the inspection findings, a recommendation has been raised in relation to how the childminder communicates and works in partnership with parents.

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provision

The childminder works with his wife who is also a registered childminder. The children are cared for by both childminders, however this childminder mainly takes the lead role in the daily preparation and cooking of meals and the general care and support for each child's learning. The childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements as set out in the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage. He is aware of the safeguarding procedures to follow if he is concerned about a child's well-being. All required documentation and parental consent forms in relation to the childcare arrangements are in place, enabling the childminder to care for children in line with their parents' wishes. The childminder holds a current paediatric first aid certificate, which supports him with dealing with minor injuries children may sustain.

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provision

The childminder demonstrates a satisfactory understanding of meeting the learning and development requirements. On the whole, he implements satisfactory educational programmes for the children. He is aware of being involved together with the co- childminder in the completion of regular observations and assessments in order to further promote children's learning. As a result, children are making sound progress in their development. However there are weaknesses in how he involves parents in their child's learning and encourages them to share regular information about their child's specific needs. Consequently, this affects his ability to support each individual child effectively so they make good progress.

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provision

The childminder has some systems in place to evaluate his practice. He keeps updated with current changes by attending regular training courses and having discussions with his co-childminder about practice issues. This helps with continuous improvements. The childminder has obtained many parental comments over the years he has been minding and these together with the more recent parents' feedback indicate parents have been happy with the care provided for their children.

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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 EY281990 Local authority Hammersmith & Fulham Inspection number 965844 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 2

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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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