Childminder in Harrow

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 March 2015 15 March 2010

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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 has established effective partnerships with parents and schools the children attend, which enhance their learning opportunities.  The childminder has formed warm relationships with the children, and as a result they are happy and secure in her care.  The childminder uses good observation and assessment techniques, which allows her to track their development and plan for their next steps of learning.  The childminder uses the views of children, parents and other professionals to make continuous improvements.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always adapt focused activities so that children are fully engaged and interested in their learning.

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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

 review focused activities so that they are equally stimulating for the children.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the interaction between the childminder and the children.  The inspector sampled a range of documents, including policies and procedures, risk assessments and information held about the children.  The inspector checked the suitability of the childminder and other household members.  The inspector gathered feedback from parents.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and provides a stimulating, well-resourced environment to promote learning in all seven areas. This means that children have many learning opportunities throughout their play. The childminder makes good use of her garden by offering interesting activities for children who particularly enjoy being outdoors. Children are well supported in their play overall, as the childminder extends activities through offering ideas and suggestions. The childminder establishes the children's starting points of development and uses these to plan their progress. She effectively observes children to track their individual development. This helps her to identify that each child is developing at the expected stages for their age.

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good

The childminder develops strong relationships with the children and provides a homely environment. As a result, children are secure and happy in her care and have built close friendships with each other. The childminder plans activities each week, which incorporate targets set at school to complement children's learning. The childminder prepares balanced, healthy meals for the children. She ensures that children are kept safe by completing and implementing risk assessments, which help her to limit any hazards successfully. There is a clear evacuation plan and the childminder practises this with the children regularly so they know what to do in an emergency. The childminder has clear expectations of behaviour, which are displayed for the children in pictures so everyone understands them. The childminder has a good understanding of how to safeguard children and has attended relevant training. She is aware of signs of abuse and the

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good

appropriate reporting procedures to take if she has a concern about a child's welfare.

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provision is good

The childminder has established effective partnerships with schools the children attend. As a result, she is able to work towards common learning goals. Parents are involved in their child's learning, helping the childminder to set targets for their children's future learning. The childminder gathers feedback from parents through questionnaires and actively implements their suggestions. Children also complete questionnaires to share their views, which the childminder uses to provide new resources and plan new learning experiences. The childminder reflects on her practice through self-evaluation, which enables her to identify strengths and address any weaknesses. She has addressed previous recommendations from the last inspection, which has had positive effects on the children's well-being and learning. The childminder works closely with other professionals who offer support, helping her to make continuous improvements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 147725 Local authority Harrow Inspection number 942735 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 15 March 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1998. She lives in the London Borough of Harrow.

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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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