Childminder in Derbyshire

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Unique reference number EY293618 Inspection date 19/12/2008 Inspector Georgina Walker

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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 was registered in 2004. She lives with her husband and child aged nine years. The whole of the ground floor and bathroom upstairs in the childminder’s house is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed part of the garden for outside play. Access to the premises is via one step.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder drives to the local schools and nursery-school to take and collect children. She takes children to the library and local parks. She shares and/or seeks verbal information in partnership with other early years settings the children attend. The childminder is registered on the (Early Years Register, compulsory part of the Childcare Register and voluntary part of the Childcare Register) to care for six children at any one time and is currently minding ten children, five in the early years age range.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

A safe and welcoming environment is created to ensure all children are happy and enjoy their time with childminder. A stimulating range of experiences are provided for children in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), however the planning and assessment of the learning and development requirements are not yet robust. A wide range of policies and procedures are shared appropriately with parents. There are positive relationships with parents and carers and the welfare of the children is generally promoted, although the formal sharing of children's progress with parents and other EYFS providers the children attend has not been instigated.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the educational programme further to include all areas of learning in the plans on a regular basis  develop assessment arrangements and observations based on the initial discussions with parents in relation to their child's achievements  devise methods of formally sharing children's achievements with parents and other settings children in the EYFS age range attend

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provision

The childminder has successfully addressed the previous recommendation to ensure children's well-being in the event of a medical emergency. Permission for seeking treatment in an emergency is recorded on a number of documents, including cards for use in an emergency when on outings. Accident and medication records contain relevant detail to assist in protecting children. The childminder's desire to improve her care of the children is demonstrated in the number of training sessions she has attended, including two on Local Safeguarding Children This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Board (LSCB) procedures. Self evaluation is effective and targets to improve have been set, especially with regard to the learning and development aspects of the EYFS. Copies of the generally well-written policies and procedures are shared appropriately with parents and partnerships are effectively promoted. Parents are

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provision

encouraged to verbally share what they know about their child's developmental progress. Visits prior to the commencement of the placement ensure each child integrates at their own unique pace and inclusion is successfully promoted. The childminder has yet to develop meaningful liaison with other providers delivering the EYFS, including the local school and nursery school. Very good hygiene practices are meticulously followed to prevent the risk of infection and the childminder has undertaken a food hygiene course to promote good practices. Children confidently recognise their own towel on the animal motif hook in the bathroom, as they dry their hands after using the toilet. Written risk assessments are comprehensive and those in the home are checked weekly. Those for the school run and outings are written as necessary. The indoor environment is child- friendly as the conservatory is used as a designated playroom. Children's craft

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provision

work is used to decorate the room and resources are presented to ensure children can freely access them which leads to using their own initiative to instigate play.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder supports learning through a range of activities, including outings such as hunting for insects during a 'bug week' and opportunities for physical play in local parks. Children's abilities are extended although observation and assessment is not yet effectively used to ensure that children achieve in relation to all areas of learning. Planning is informal, with an overall activity such as crafts or painting noted on the weekly calendar and the observations recently started indicate not all areas of learning are covered on a regular basis. The resources presented are rich in variety and swapped from a further supply stored in the shed outdoors.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children develop a positive awareness of self and their needs through the support of the childminder. The children are aware of how to behave and share with the wide age range of children who attend. They are eager to play and learn in stimulating surroundings, asking for new toys from the boxes and help to tidy up first to make space. Children make decisions about their play including not to do crafts but to play with the dolls and cars instead. They choose snacks from a range of healthy options including sandwiches, muffins, fruit and raisins and most children drink water although juice is available if necessary to meet individual needs. Language is mostly well developed as the childminder constantly talks to the children, extending their learning and they share information with enthusiasm. Children have access to a wide variety of books, including those they have chosen at the library and use them spontaneously in their play. Many provide images of

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

society to create an awareness of differences and acceptance.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are supported to develop problem solving and other mathematical skills and use words spontaneously when discussing the colour, size and shape of cars or count confidently as they go up and down stairs to the bathroom. Children use tools with dexterity as they prepare meals in the play kitchen or 'talk' on the toy This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 mobile phone. They develop a sense of caring for creatures from the natural world as they visit the museum or use magnifying glasses when hunting for bugs. They are eager to use the tills when they play shop and learn skills for their future. Children are encouraged to be active and healthy and join in a 'sport and health week' which includes an outing to an organised activity at a local park. They sing to themselves as they read books and gently sway in rhythm. They laugh as they play and have good imaginations, developed with the support of the childminder

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

who provides dressing up clothes to extend the role-play resources. The children behave in ways that are safe for themselves and others, especially when moving between the front lounge and playroom via the kitchen and when accessing the car for school journeys. The children know the rules of the childminder, especially when walking that they must be in front of her, holding hands in pairs to keep all the children safe. 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? 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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 demonstrate how the childminding training already undertaken complies with the principles of the ‘common core skills and knowledge for the children’s workforce’ by checking with the local authority 23/01/2009 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 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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