Bartkowska, Magdalena Monika

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 February 2015 5 October 2009

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 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 are secure and happy as they share positive relationships with the childminder which supports their emotional well-being.  The childminder provides a well-resourced and child-friendly environment where children are able to freely explore. As a result, children are making good progress in their learning.  The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding issues. She regularly risk assesses her home so she can provide a safe environment for children. She knows what action to take if she has a child protection concern.  The childminder supports the language and communication skills of all children well, including those who are learning English as an additional language.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not take every opportunity to help children develop their self-help skills.  The childminder has not yet fully considered ways to further engage parents and seek their views.

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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

 increase opportunities for children to develop their self-help skills, for example, by involving them in preparing snacks  extend ways to engage with parents and encourage them to share their views.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the interaction between the childminder and children indoors.  The inspector viewed the areas of the premises used by children.  The inspector sampled policies and procedures, children's development records and the childminder's self-evaluation form.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder provides a wide range of activities which stimulate and engage children. Children develop their concentration and coordination skills as they enjoy activities such as rolling and moulding play dough. The childminder is skilled in developing children's learning, for example, as she talks to them about the shapes and colours of the objects they make. The childminder provides an enabling environment where children have lots of opportunities to freely explore and self-select resources. The childminder completes daily communication sheets and talks with parents to keep them informed about all aspects of their child's learning and care. However, the childminder has not fully explored ways in which she can gain in-depth information about the parents' views to enable her to extend her provision and children's learning even further.

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good

Children are settled and happy in the childminder's care. They share positive relationships with the childminder, co-minder and assistant. The childminder is a good role model, talking calmly and politely to children. Children play well alongside each other. They show respect and kindness to each other and are developing confidence in being part of a group. This helps them to get ready for their move onto nursery or school. Children help tidy away the toys. This helps them to become responsible and acquire skills for the future. Children enjoy regular exercise and fresh air. They particularly enjoy joining in parachute play in the local park. Children currently bring a packed lunch. The childminder encourage parents to provide healthy options. During lunch, the childminder talks to children about nutritious food. This helps children to develop an understanding of healthy lifestyles. However, the childminder does not always maximise opportunities for children to

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good

develop their self-help skills, such as helping to prepare and serve snacks.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how to safeguard children. She provides a range of policies and procedures which underpin her own and her assistants' practice. She helps children understand how to keep safe through reading books about safety and provides regular opportunities for children to participate in fire drills. The childminder works well with her co-minder and assistant, enabling her to implement requirements and meet children's' needs effectively. The childminder has addressed the recommendations' made at the last inspection. She now self-evaluates her practice, which is reflected in the service she provides. Following a career break, the childminder plans to attend further training to enhance her knowledge. The childminder monitors the progress children make, enabling her to plan for the next step in their learning. The childminder has links with local schools and understands the importance of working in partnership with other agencies

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY389591 Local authority Ealing Inspection number 815931 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 5 October 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2009. She lives with her family in Greenford, in the London Borough of Ealing. She works with a co-minder and assistants. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory part of the Childcare Register. The childminder walks to local schools. There is no outdoor area. However, the childminder regularly takes children to local parks.

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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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