Childminder in Wiltshire

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Unique reference number EY373558 Inspection date 22/09/2008 Inspector Charlotte Jenkin

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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

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 May 2008. She lives with her husband and three children in a three bed-roomed house in Lyneham. The childminder is registered to care for four children under the age of eight years. She is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder currently cares for five children on a part-time basis. The family have two cats and a cockatiel. The childminder picks up children from the local school and pre-schools.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are well cared for in a warm, safe and secure environment. They have their individual needs met by the childminder and this helps them develop confidence, self-esteem and a sense of belonging in the provision. Children are supported by adults during their play and this enables them to engage in activities that help them make suitable progress in most of the six areas of learning. The childminder has the capacity to improve her provision, although she is not fully confident in identifying action needed to further develop the welfare, learning and development opportunities offered to the children.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure observations are used to assess children's progress and use these to plan the next steps in children's learning and development  develop knowledge of the learning and development requirements and how the activities provided for children support their development in each of the six areas of learning.  ensure parents are provided with information regarding children's progress and achievements in order that they are encouraged to support their child's development at home  formalise the process for evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of the provision. Ensure there are clear plans in place for improvements to the welfare, learning and development offered to the children

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provision

Children are cared for by a suitable and appropriately qualified childminder. She has all required documentation regarding the children in her care and this enables her to meet their individual needs on a day to day basis. She follows all the required policies and procedures for the effective running of her service and this ensures children's welfare is protected in the provision. Risk assessments enable potential hazards to the children to be minimised both indoors, outdoors and on outings. Hence, children play in a safe environment where their safety is well This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 protected. The childminder is aware of the weaknesses in her knowledge of how she links the activities she provides for the children to the six areas of learning. However, she has not fully identified the action she will take to enable her to develop her knowledge of this and gain confidence in assessing and planning to

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provision

support children's progress. The childminder communicates well with parents regarding children's routines and individual requirements. This enables her to offer them continuity of care and meet their individual needs. However, there is limited sharing of information regarding children's development and this does not fully encourage parents to be involved in their child's learning at home.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are happy and settled in the childminder's care. They demonstrate a secure bond with the childminder as they readily approach her for assistance or comfort. Children enjoy exploring the toys and do so with confidence. They freely access both the indoor and outdoor environment and enjoy exploring the range of activities on offer, for example, pushing the doll around in the buggy, playing with the animals in the sand and drawing on the easel. The childminder supports the children well, she follows their interests and gets down to their level to engage them in play. For example, when the children go to the keyboard and play music, she asks them if they would like to sing, gets out some more musical instruments for them to explore and they sing and play music together. The childminder is very aware of the children's interests and ensures the toys they enjoy playing with are available for them. The environment is welcoming and bright and toys are organised both

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

indoors and outdoors to encourage children's independence in making choices in their play and learning. The outdoor environment is well used to give children experiences in most of the six areas of learning. The childminder enables children to have a balance of adult led and child initiated activities. However, she is not fully confident in linking these to children's learning and development in each of the six areas of learning.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children play with a range of toys that are safe, suitable and age appropriate. The environment is welcoming with pictures for each child on display and faces for them to use to depict how they are feeling daily. The childminder is fully aware of her responsibilities in safeguarding children, although she does not have the local contact numbers readily available. Children learn how to keep safe when out through discussions about road safety and when practising the fire evacuation plan indoors. They have access to regular fresh air and exercise, and learn about the importance of healthy eating through the nutritious snacks they enjoy in the provision. The sickness policy is formally shared with parents to minimise children's exposure to illness and although hygiene routines generally minimise the spread of infection, children do not always wash their hands prior to eating snacks. Children are encouraged to develop respect for others and to share and take turns in their

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

play. 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

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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of children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

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

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How effective is the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement? Satisfactory

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How well does the setting work in partnership with parents and others? Satisfactory

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How well are children safeguarded? Satisfactory

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? Satisfactory How well are children helped to be healthy? Satisfactory How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? Satisfactory How well are children helped to make a positive contribution? Satisfactory

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped develop skills that will contribute to their future economic well-being? Satisfactory

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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

Since registration no complaints have been made to Ofsted that required the provider or Ofsted to take any action in order to meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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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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