Childminder in Bromley

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Unique reference number EY287348 Inspection date 19/01/2009 Inspector Elizabeth Ellen Mackey

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Type of setting Childminder This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Introduction

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under Sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of the registered early years provision. ‘Early years provision’ refers to provision regulated by Ofsted for children from birth to 31 August following their fifth birthday (the early years age group). The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and welfare, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Introduction

The provider must provide a copy of this report to all parents with children at the setting where reasonably practicable. The provider must provide a copy of the report to any other person who asks for one, but may charge a fee for this service (The Childcare (Inspection) Regulations 2008 regulations 9 and 10).

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Introduction

The setting also makes provision for children older than the early years age group which is registered on the voluntary and/or compulsory part(s) of the Childcare Register. This report does not include an evaluation of that provision, but a comment about compliance with the requirements of the Childcare Register is included in Annex B. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Description of the childminding

The childminder lives with her two children ages 15 and eight years. A tenant and her three year old son also live in the home. They live in a house in West Wickham in the London Borough of Bromley. It is within close proximity to shops, schools, parks and a main line station. The whole of the ground floor and the spare bedroom on the first floor of the property is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is currently caring for four children in the early years age range.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is a member of Bromley Mencap and Bromley Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children flourish from the warm and affectionate care the childminder provides. The learning environment enables children to progress in their early development. Children demonstrate a sense of belonging as they confidently access play materials and engage with the childminders enthusiastic interaction. The childminder has very good relationships with parents and ensures there is a daily exchange of information. Overall, she provides an inclusive and extremely welcoming environment to children and families. The childminder's self evaluation processes are in their early stages, however she is able to identify areas for improvements to benefit outcomes for children.

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 continue develop systems to use the information from observations of children's progress to help move them onto the next stage in their learning  improve the system for assessment by obtained information from parents about children's starting points  develop the process for self evaluation to ensure that areas for improvement are identified

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provision

The childminder is extremely well organised. Resources are varied, interesting and well maintained. Children can easily access what they need and make choices of what they want to play with. This promotes their independence and means that This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 the early years curriculum is full of interesting activities.

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provision

The childminder is very professional in her approach and her provision is effectively supported by a range of comprehensive procedures and policies that she follows carefully. She works exceptionally well with parents and ensures there are clear agreements with them regarding their children's care. She welcomes parents feedback and this is encouraged by asking parents for their views about the service she provides. The childminder recognises the importance of continuity for children and also liaises with other settings that children attend to achieve this.

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provision

Children are very well protected from potential hazards because the childminder supervises the children closely at all times. Children also learn about possible dangers and learn how to keep themselves safe. The childminder operates a very effective risk assessment procedure which includes well thought out assessments for outdoor activities and outings. The childminder is confident in her role to protect children from harm and demonstrates a clear understanding of her duty to safeguard children. She has attended child protection training to develop her knowledge and has clear referral procedures in place.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are cared for in a loving and stimulating environment where they have ample space to develop their autonomy. The environment is extremely well organised. The childminder has utilised available space very well, for example the large hallway is effectively used to provide an additional play area, as well as a welcoming room for parents when they arrive. The childminder places herself at the children's level at all times. Her interaction with them is skilled and she encourages their development and language through her input. For example, she responds to the babies sounds, which encourages further communication and she uses music as a tool to develop their sounds. Children show an interest in watching a slideshow of themselves and other children at play. This evokes memories and promotes questions as they recall previous outings and fun activities with pleasure. Children thoroughly enjoy singing, dancing and playing musical instruments.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children excitedly joins in with the 'row, row, row your boat' song and the baby is familiar with pattern of the song, knowing when to join in. Activities are well thought out and balanced to ensure all the children are included and they meet their individual needs. For example, when playing with musical instruments, even the youngest child plays the bells with great delight, and beams at the childminder who praises her effort. Children have very good opportunities to take part in outdoor activities, including playing in the garden, visiting toddlers groups and local parks and farms. The childminder is developing a good system for observing and recording children's progress in individual portfolios. However, observations are in their early stages and do not clearly identify how children's progress is measurable. The childminder has extremely good relationships with parents and keeps them well informed every day about how their child's day has been. Clear agreements

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

are in place and include information about children's individual needs. However, they do not extend to children's learning journeys, for example, they do not include valuable information on children's starting points. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder promotes healthy eating exceptionally well. She provides a nutritious menu of home cooked meals and ensures snacks are healthy. The childminder grows her own vegetables on an allotment and children are involved with picking them and cooking with them. Children are well settled and respond positively to the boundaries in place to promote good behaviour, for example they take responsibility for putting resources away and say sorry when they know they have upset another child. The childminder uses positive steps to manage any unwanted behaviour using age appropriate strategies. She encourages children to share and to respect each

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

other, this helps their development of forming positive relationships. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

The key inspection judgements and what they mean

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

Grade 1 is Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Grade 2 is Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Grade 3 is Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Grade 4 is Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough

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of children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

How well does the provision promote inclusive practice? 1 The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement.

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How effective is the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement? How well does the setting work in partnership with parents and others? How well are children safeguarded? 1

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 1 How well are children helped to be healthy? 1 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 2 How well are children helped to make a positive contribution? How well are children helped develop skills that will contribute to their future economic well-being?

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

procedures set out in the guidance available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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