Childminder in Hampshire

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Unique reference number EY297835 Inspection date 26/11/2008 Inspector Lynne Elizabeth Lewington

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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 report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration whichever is the later, which require Ofsted or the provider to take action in Annex C.

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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

Children only attend this setting before and/or after the school day and/or during the school holidays. The judgements in this report reflect the quality of early years provision offered to children during those periods.

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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 has been registered since 2004. She lives with her two children, in a house in the rural village of Sherfield-on-Loddon. The setting is within easy walking distance of local shops and amenities. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding with sleeping facilities upstairs. There are toilet facilities on the ground floor and level access to the premises. There is a fully enclosed garden and local parks close by for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children at any one time. There are currently three children on roll. She is registered on the early years, the child care and the voluntary registers. The childminder can take and collect children from the local school and she attends local children’s activities.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children experience a relaxed and happy environment where they have good opportunities to learn and develop. They appear confident and secure in the childminder's care. The childminder gathers information from parents and uses this appropriately to ensure she meets the individual needs of each child. The recommendation from the last inspection has been met and the provider indicates clearly her ability to reflect on her practice and identify areas for improvement and development. Consequently the capacity for continuous improvement is good.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop observations to include the next steps in children's learning

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provision

Positive relationships develop with parents, enabling children's needs to be fully understood and met. Parental questionnaires provided by the childminder indicate they are very happy with the service provided for their children. They comment on the warm relationships which develop and the many activities the children undertake. Parents are made welcome and information is shared informally, in addition to the written observations of the children undertaking their activities.

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provision

Children are safeguarded as the childminder demonstrates a clear awareness and understanding of child protection and the action she must take if she is concerned about a child in her care. Sensible safety measures throughout the premises appropriate to the age and development of the children being cared for helps to promote children's safety. Comprehensive risk assessments have clearly been undertaken. Children learn about safety through routines, discussion, books and as they play and go on outings in the local community. For example, they learn This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 about road safety and to walk and not run indoors.

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provision

The childminder reflects on her service and demonstrates a clear realistic awareness of her provision. She has identified areas for further development, for example, child protection and food hygiene training which will inform and help her to provide a continually improving service.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children independently access the toilet and hand washing facilities as they wish, increasing their independence skills. Healthy snacks and regular drinks ensure children have energy and feel comfortable to enjoy their play opportunities.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder provides the children with a secure, homely and happy environment where they develop confidently. Children enjoy making independent choice in their play from a selection of age appropriate toys, books and suitable household resources. For example a blanket and large cushions inspires imaginative play and encourages physical development as the items are moved into the desired place. The blanket draped over the easel provides a secret den. This simple imaginative game encourages language as children ask the childminder for help and talk about what they intend to do. It encourages awareness of size and shape as children match and compare items they use and try to make them fit in the desired place. Access to chalk and crayons ensures children have opportunities to develop their writing abilities.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's individuality is recognised through the comprehensive information gathered from parents. Children undertake many activities in the local community enabling them to meet other adults and children and develop their social skills and awareness of differences in their community. The childminder relates warmly to the children encouraging, listening and responding appropriately to encourage interest and play. They have opportunities to develop their skills in all areas of learning and observations clearly indicate progress. However, currently the childminder does not use the observations to identify the next steps in children's learning although through her good knowledge and warm relationships with the children she is aware of their developmental needs. 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? 2 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? 2

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 2 How well are children helped to be healthy? 2 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 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex C: complaint/s made to Ofsted

This section of the report includes details of any complaint/s made to Ofsted when:  we took action for the provider to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register; or  we asked the provider to take action in order to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register; or  the provider had already taken any necessary action to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register.

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Annex C: complaint/s made to Ofsted

We will not report on any complaint where the provider met the requirements of the Early Years Register or did not require any action by Ofsted or the registered provider.

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Detail of the complaint/s

There have been no complaints made to Ofsted since registration or the last inspection.

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Detail of the complaint/s

The provider is required to keep a record of complaints made by parents, which they can see on request. The complaints record may contain complaints other than those made to Ofsted.

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