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Inspection report for early years provision

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EY310912 Unique Reference Number 29 April 2008 Inspection date Rasmik Parmar Inspector

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Childcare Type of inspection Childminding Type of care

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This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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ABOUT THIS INSPECTION

The purpose of this inspection is to assure government, parents and the public of the quality of childcare and, if applicable, of nursery education. The inspection was carried out under Part XA Children Act 1989 as introduced by the Care Standards Act 2000 and, where nursery education is provided, under Schedule 26 of the School Standards and Framework Act 1998. This report details the main strengths and any areas for improvement identified during the inspection. The judgements included in the report are made in relation to the outcomes for children set out in the Children Act 2004; the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding; and, where nursery education is provided, the Curriculum guidance for the foundation stage. The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration or 1 April 2004 whichever is the later.

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

For more information about early years inspections, please see the booklet Are you ready for your inspection? which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are satisfactory. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder has been registered since July 2005. She lives with her husband and one adult child in a house in Bradford, which is close to local parks, schools and shops.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time. There are currently six children on roll. Children attend a variety of sessions.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The whole of the ground floor and the bathroom on the first floor is available for childminding. There is a secure outdoor play area.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is satisfactory. Children are cared for in a clean and comfortable home where they learn to follow simple good health and hygiene practices from an early age. The childminder keeps detailed written records

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Helping children to be healthy

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 of any accidents which are countersigned by parents and she follows appropriate procedures when administering medication. Children’s health is well maintained as the childminder has an effective policy on sickness. Parents are made aware of communicable diseases and the period of incubation, during which time their child must not attend.

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Helping children to be healthy

The childminder has a satisfactory understanding of healthy eating and has ensured that children eat a balanced diet of foods to include meat and vegetables for lunch. Children are provided with healthy snacks by the childminder throughout the day, including a good variety of fruits. Younger children are provided with beakers of fluids, available at all times, so that they can drink when thirsty and older children have access to a jug of water.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children enjoy a range of physical play experiences that contribute to a healthy lifestyle. They play in the garden using small ride-on toys or playing ball games and they go to the parks for further physical challenge.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. Children are cared for in a warm, caring and child-centred environment where they have sufficient space in the lounge, kitchen and rear garden, which is safe and secure.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The childminder has a satisfactory range of toys and equipment suitable for the needs of the minded children. An appropriate selection of resources is brought out for children from the full collection in order to maintain their interests.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children are kept safe by the childminder taking precautions in all areas of childminding. During outings the childminder uses wrist straps or safety reins for toddlers to ensure safety. The childminder has a good understanding of fire safety and practises the fire drill regularly in order to familiarise children with the routine.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children's welfare is safeguarded to a good standard as the childminder demonstrates a good understanding of her role in protecting children. She is aware of possible signs of abuse or neglect and the procedures to follow should any concerns arise. She has up to date information on safeguarding children. The childminder has recently attended a course on child protection to further her knowledge for the overall welfare of children under her care.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is satisfactory. Children are happy and settled in the childminder's home. Children select what they want to do from a suitable range of toys and play materials. Children are confident and are becoming increasingly independent as they select games and toys that they want to play with. Children enjoy creative play activities, such as baking buns.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

Children are given good opportunities to learn about their local environment through visits to local amenities, such as the local parks, playgroups, toddler groups, shopping and activity centres. Hence, they are developing their social skills.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

Children benefit as the childminder has a suitable understanding of children's different stages of development. However, activities for children under three years of age are not planned in

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 line with the 'Birth to three matters' framework and there are no appropriate child development records kept.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. Equality of opportunity is promoted as all children are able to play with the full selection of activities without discrimination. Children have access to a suitable range of toys and equipment which show positive images, such as books about other cultures. As a result, children have a variety of positive play experiences. The childminder has celebrated cultural festivals, such as Chinese New Year as part of promoting an awareness of the wider world.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children are valued and respected as individuals and have their individual needs met. Younger children follow their normal daily routine for eating and sleeping which is discussed with their parents. The childminder shares information with parents verbally at the end of each day to ensure continuity of care.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children behave well as the childminder consistently gives explanations to them about what is acceptable and acts as a good role model. Good manners are positively encouraged and the childminder acknowledges children's efforts and achievements which develops their confidence and self-esteem.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. Children are able to move around freely and independently through the creative organisation of space and resources within the childminding home.

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Organisation

Satisfactory routines are established to ensure that children are secure and the childminder effectively organises her time to ensure that children take part in a wide variety of experiences including activities outside of the home.

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Organisation

Documentation is satisfactorily organised, maintained and kept up to date. This supports the efficient and safe management of the provision and promotes the welfare, care and learning of children.

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Organisation

Overall, the provision meets the needs of the range of the children for whom it provides.

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Improvements since the last inspection

At the last inspection, the childminder was recommended to provide separate hand towels for children and to devise a system for recording any written complaints received from parents in line with current regulation.

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Improvements since the last inspection

The childminder now has individual cloth towels available for children to dry their hands as part of preventing cross-infection.

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Improvements since the last inspection

She now has a system for recording any written complaints received from parents in line with current regulation.

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Improvements since the last inspection

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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Complaints since the last inspection

Since the last inspection there have been no complaints made to Ofsted that required the provider or Ofsted to take any action in order to meet the National Standards. The provider is required to keep a record of complaints made by parents, which they can see on request. The complaint record may contain complaints other than those made to Ofsted.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are satisfactory. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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The quality and standards of the care

To improve the quality and standards of care further the registered person should take account of the following recommendation(s): • plan activities in line with the 'Birth to three matters' framework and maintain appropriate child development records.

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The quality and standards of the care

set out in the leaflet Complaints about Ofsted Early Years: concerns or complaints about Ofsted's role in regulating and inspecting childcare and early education (HMI ref no 2599) which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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The quality and standards of the care

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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