Childminder in Haringey

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 January 2015 Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is good

 Children enjoy a variety of stimulating and challenging experiences, which help them to develop their skills and knowledge.  Children make good and steady progress towards the early learning goals, being well prepared for the next stage in their learning.  The childminder and his co-minder know the children well and have a good understanding of young children's individual learning and developmental needs.  The childminder is skilled in organising the environment to allow children to be independent and self-confident in their play and explorations.  The childminder is reflective, evaluating the provision and striving to improve the physical environment and his knowledge of how young children learn.  The childminder and his co-minder form a strong team who complement each other's knowledge and abilities for the benefit of the children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children's progress is not always shared with their parents effectively to complement children's learning with home experiences.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 extend parents' participation in their children's learning by inviting them to regularly share information regarding their children's progress to ensure they are fully informed of their child's stage of learning and development, and to encourage their collaboration towards further progress.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children engaged in a variety of adult-led and child-initiated activities.  The inspector had discussions with the childminder and his co-minder about the provision.  The inspector looked at children's attendance records, planning sheets and children's progress folders, and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures.  The inspector visited all the areas available for childminding activities.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how young children learn. He organises a calm and stimulating environment in which children can independently explore and follow their interests. For example, children enjoy acting out stories with miniature figures or using the child-size broom as they pretend to sweep the floor. Children learn to listen and practise their speaking skills as the childminder reads stories to them and engages in their play. The childminder organises painting sessions to encourage young children to explore textures and learn about colour mixes. Older children learn to identify sounds in words and associate these with letters of the alphabet, with the childminder's support. This prepares them well for the next stage in their learning and for school. The childminder monitors children's progress systematically and keeps detailed progress folders for each child. He communicates daily with parents about what children are learning. However, he

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who attend. This is good

does not always take regular opportunities to discuss children's progress with parents or invite their contributions about children's learning at home to enhance children's overall learning and development.

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good

Children are cared for with consistency and warmth. As a result, they, develop strong attachments to the childminder and his co-minder. The childminder comforts the children when they need him, giving them cuddles and helping them feel secure. The childminder makes children's safety and well-being his priority. He organises comprehensive systems to ensure children's safety comes first. In the event of an emergency, the childminder takes great care to protect children from harm and ensure their comfort. For example, he ensures all children are familiar with the evacuation procedure through regular practice. The childminder ensure the premises and equipment is safe, minimising any hazards to children through comprehensive risk assessments. The childminder helps children lead a healthy lifestyle. They receive healthy, balanced meals, enjoy fresh air and exercise, and are able to rest when they are tired in calm and welcoming rest rooms.

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provision is good

The childminder works very well in partnership with his co-minder. They take time to get to know individual children's needs and interests, planning activities accordingly. This helps children be happy, busy and enjoy their learning. The childminder keeps detailed records of how children are learning and developing. He uses his findings to plan new experiences, which help children make good progress in all areas. The childminder is proud of his work with the children and continuously strives to improve the provision and his knowledge. This demonstrates a good capacity to improve and enhances the outcomes for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY421805 Local authority Haringey Inspection number 893733 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2010 on the Early Years Register and both parts of the Childcare Register. He works in partnership with another childminder, and lives in the London Borough of Haringey. The childminder takes children to and from the local schools.

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Telephone number

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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Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. 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, safeguarding and child protection.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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