Childminder in Warwickshire

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Unique reference number EY243251 Inspection date 22/12/2008 Inspector Jayne Rooke

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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 2003. She lives with her husband and three children aged seven, 11 and 13 years in a residential area in Coleshill, Birmingham. There are shops and schools within walking distance. The whole of the ground floor and two bedrooms on the first floor of the property are used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The family have a number of pets. The childminder takes and collects children from local schools and pre-schools.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for five children at any one time. There are currently three children attending who are within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register. The childminder also offers care to children aged over five years to eight years. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Compulsory part of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder has procedures in place to support children with learning difficulties and/or disabilities and who speak English as an additional language. There is level access to the ground floor of the premises for people with disabilities. Toilet facilities are accessible on the first floor. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder provides effectively for children in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). The informal system of planning ensures that all children enjoy their time at the setting and make good progress. The childminder creates an inclusive and welcoming environment so that all children benefit from the interesting range of activities and is developing her knowledge of equal opportunities issues. The childminder is aware of the strengths and areas for improvement within the setting and takes positive action to improve the experiences of the children who attend the provision.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop and implement an effective policy about ensuring equality of opportunities.

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provision

Effective safeguarding policies ensure that children are well protected. The childminder has a clear understanding of all safeguarding children procedures and how to implement policies appropriately in order to protect children from harm and neglect. She uses self-evaluation systems well to identify any areas of This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 improvement and takes positive action to put new ideas into place. For example, she is currently developing a purpose built play room to enhance children's play and learning experiences. Recommendations made at the last inspection have been dealt with so that children's good health and safety is ensured.

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provision

The childminder is committed to improving her knowledge, skills and understanding of all aspects of childcare and development. She attends relevant training courses which help her to support children's individual needs and to promote their good health and well-being. She is beginning to develop her knowledge and understanding of how to promote equality of opportunity. She actively supports children's progress and development through well organised routines and stimulating activities. She has good relationships with the parents and carers of the children, valuing their contribution as partners in their children’s learning. There are informal links with other professionals and with the local school to ensure that the children’s needs are well planned for across the differing provisions that they attend.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Activities are well planned and organised, taking into account children’s individual interests and ideas. Children enjoy many opportunities to investigate, explore and use their creativity and imagination through stories, musis, art and craft. Young children are inquisitive and show interest in action toys and construction games. Older children play imaginatively with role play equipment. They successfully negotiate taking turns when using computer equipment and playing activity games. Children make choices and decisions for themselves as they are asked what they would like to do and know where toys and equipment are kept if they wish to make changes. As a result, children are helped to express their ideas, thoughts and feelings. Children develop good relationships with adults and each other as they enjoy the childminder's individual attention and visit other pre-school and interesting activity groups outside of the home. They learn to respect and

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

value each other as they talk about how people have similar and different features, beliefs, abilities and traditions. This ensures that children make good progress across all of the areas of learning.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder observes children as they play and is actively engaged in their learning. She bases observations and assessments on what children enjoy and can do, taking into account their abilities when they first start to attend the setting. She uses information gained from observation and discussions with the children and their parents to ensure that each child’s needs are being met and to plan future activities. Information about children's care, well-being and developmental progress is shared with children's parents and carers on a regular basis so that children's learning and individual needs are consistently supported. The childminder has good relationships with the local school and other childminders so that the interests and abilities of individual children are promoted.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are cared for in a safe and welcoming environment in which risk is minimised. They are encouraged to respect rules of safety so that they are very clear about how to use toys and equipment carefully and how to play safely when This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 outside. Children learn about healthy eating through projects and discussion and because they are offered nutritional meals and snacks. Children enjoy a wide range of physical play activities and games both indoors and outside visiting the local park regularly. Children behave well and develop close and trusting relationships with adults and each other. They develop sound skills for the future in their communications and knowledge and understanding of the world. 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 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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