Childminder in Haringey

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 February 2015 19 March 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

 The childminder offers a safe and welcoming environment for children. Children are confident and have warm relationships with the childminder who has developed secure attachments with them.  Children are making good progress in their learning and development. The childminder considers the ages and interests of children when planning activities, so that these appeal to individual children and motivate them to learn.  The childminder provides a range of good-quality resources and books. She makes good use of the local community and takes children to animal and garden centres, and parks, to promote their understanding of the wider world.  Children's behaviour is managed positively by the childminder and their emotional well- being is fully supported. As a result, children form good relationships with each other and the attentive childminder.  The childminder shares her policies and procedures with parents so that they are

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This provision is good

consistent in supporting children's health, safety and well-being.  The childminder continuously develops her service. She attends training and gains information and advice to inform her practice. Therefore, she promotes good outcomes for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently include parents in some aspects of their children's learning and development, to fully promote children's progress.

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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

 enhance opportunities to share learning experiences with parents, between home and the setting, to further promote children's learning and development.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's home and garden.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents.  The inspector looked at the children's records, planning documentation and the childminder's policies and procedures.  The inspector discussed safeguarding and self-evaluation processes with the childminder.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder observes and assesses children's learning well and plans the next steps in their learning effectively. She also uses the information gained from her observations to complete the progress check for two-year-old children. She encourages parents to take their children's progress books home so that they can read her comments about children's progress. However, she does not always fully involve parents in their children's learning, so does not fully promote consistency for children in this respect. During outdoor play, children explore stones in the sand and straw. They transport pieces from one tray to another as they enjoy the sensory play. The childminder responds with enthusiasm and supports children's decisions. Children choose the creative materials they want to use as they make pictures and lanterns. As a result, children are making independent choices that effectively promote their learning and development. The childminder works well with

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who attend. This is good

children's other carers. She makes sure that she speaks to them to share important news and information about the children.

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good

The childminder is calm and caring with the children. She takes time to speak with children when they are upset, and to help them develop strategies to work through their emotions. Consequently, children foster positive relationships with the childminder and the other children. Children have lots of opportunities to play outside and be active. The childminder makes sure they are dressed in appropriate clothing as they go outside to play in all weathers. Children use the outdoor play equipment with confidence to practise their coordination and balancing skills. These activities contribute to the children having healthy lifestyles and understanding the importance of being active and fit. The childminder risk assesses all areas indoors, on outings and in the garden which helps her to keep children safe at all times.

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provision is good

The childminder has good knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She holds a current paediatric first-aid certificate and has an appropriate understanding of her responsibility for safeguarding children. She knows the signs and symptoms that may cause concern. She has a safeguarding policy that includes details of the professionals who can advise and support her if necessary. These procedures help the childminder promote children's overall safety. The childminder has built relationships with staff at local schools and with other professionals. This means she is able to complement the care and learning children receive. This benefits the children to ensure they have a smooth transfer when moving on to school. The childminder has positive relationships with parents. Parents report that they are very appreciative of the childminder and that they like the way that she completes educational activities with children through play.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 140220 Local authority Haringey Inspection number 843063 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 19 March 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2001. She lives in the London Borough of Haringey. The childminder holds a recognised childcare qualification at level 3. She operates each weekday throughout the year, from 8am to 6pm, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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