Childminder in Wolverhampton

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Unique reference number EY370608 Inspection date 08/12/2008 Inspector Samantha Hunt

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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 registered in 2008. She is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She lives with her husband and two children aged eight and three years in Hayes, in the London Borough of Hillingdon. The childminder uses the whole of the ground floor for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for five children at any one time and may provide overnight care for one child at any one time. She is currently caring for one child in the Early Years age group, on part-time basis. She takes children to local parks, libraries and toddler groups. The childminder walks to local schools and nurseries to take and collect children.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder holds an Introduction to Childminding Practice qualification and a first aid certificate.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are comfortable and happy in the childminder's care, and are able to independently access a sufficient range of toys and resources. The childminder plans a weekly routine for the children, which includes outings and home based play. However, the childminder has a limited knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and is not clear how to support children in all areas of their development to enable them to progress effectively. She is forming effective working partnerships with parents, which ensures they are fully aware of all issues relating to their child’s care and learning. The childminder is just beginning to self evaluate her practice and has a positive approach to further development.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve procedures for recording children's attendance, ensuring they are a true reflection of the hours children attend  update knowledge of child protection procedures to ensure a clear understanding of the procedures to follow when reporting a concern and obtain a copy of the local safeguarding children procedures  improve knowledge of diversity and extend toys, resources and experiences which promote positive images of race, culture, gender and disability to help children develop an understanding of the wider world.  update knowledge and understanding of the early learning goals to ensure children's learning is promoted effectively.

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further?

To fully meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 ensure prior written permission is always obtained 31/12/2008 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 from parents prior to administering medication and keep an accurate record of all medication given to children. (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare)  keep a record of all risk assessments carried out, including outings, clearly stating when each was carried out, by whom, date of review and any action taken following a review or incident. (Documentation) 31/12/2008

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provision

The childminder has a sound understanding of the documentation she is required to maintain in order to safeguard and promote children’s well-being in the setting. However, the childminder is not keeping an accurate record of all medication she gives to children or always obtaining prior written consent from parents before administering. Although records relating to children’s attendance are in place they do not always accurately reflect the hours children attend.

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provision

Policies and procedures in place include how to make a complaint and are shared with parents prior to their child starting. This gives them an insight into how the childminder runs her provision. The childminder feeds back to parents verbally and also collates a daily diary for them which details information about activities their children have taken part in, sleep and meals. Parents are also encouraged to use the diary to relay information from home; this supports effective partnerships and enables the childminder to meet the needs of individual children.

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provision

The childminder carries out a daily visual check of her home and demonstrates a clear understanding of how to keep children safe both in her home and on outings. However, she does not have an effective system in place to regularly monitor and review risks to children. The childminder has a child protection policy in place and is clear about the signs and symptoms to alert her if she had a concern about a child. However, she is not clear who to contact for advice or to report her concerns too, and does not hold Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures or contact numbers.

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provision

The childminder has only been childminding for the last three months and is just beginning to develop a system to monitor and evaluate her provision. Since registration she has completed an introduction to childminding practice qualification and has a positive approach to continual improvement.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The children are happy and comfortable in the childminder's care. They happily request a cuddle and relate well to others. The childminder ensures she interacts with children at their level in a positive manner. Children happily self-select toys and resources from low level tubs within the conservatory. For example, they enjoy making cups of tea and pretending to cook foods with one another and the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 childminder. They enjoy stories with the childminder, who uses her voice well to make the story exciting, and encourages them to participate by identifying the animals in the story. The childminder is beginning to reinforce learning as she identifies colours and objects within the story to make it an enjoyable learning experience. The childminder has recently begun to observe children at activities; however, she is not fully aware of how to use this information or the early learning

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

goals to promote children’s learning effectively.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children stay safe because the childminder follows effective procedures, such as using the security chain on the front door so that children can not leave the premises unattended. Children become aware of their own safety as the childminder gently reminds them to go steady as they climb onto their chairs ready to have a drink. The childminder has obtained a paediatric first aid certificate since registering and stores the first aid kit within easy reach should she need to use it in an emergency. Children are encouraged to sit up to the table to have drinks and snacks, and engage in conversation with the childminder. All meals and snacks are currently provided by the childminder. She ensures she provides a balance of freshly cooked meals that include fresh fruit and vegetables.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are taken on regular outings within the community which begin to help them become aware of the wider world. However, they have access to a limited range of toys, activities and experiences within the setting that promote positive images, especially of culture, gender, race or disability. The childminder collates information on all children's individual needs and is beginning to identify them, for example, knowing when children are tired. She gives positive praise and encouragement to the children as they play. This helps to build their self esteem and support their settling-in. 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? 3 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? 3

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 3 How well are children helped to be healthy? 3 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 3 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

Since registration there have been no complaints made to Ofsted that require the provider or Ofsted to take any action.

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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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