Childminder in Bradford

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Unique reference number 302123 Inspection date 12/09/2008 Inspector Ingrid Szczerban

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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 1994. She lives with her husband and two adult children in Bingley, West Yorkshire. There are local shops and parks within walking distance. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding and an enclosed garden is available. The childminder runs two sessions a week, at a local parent and toddler group.

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Description of the childminding

She is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time and is currently caring for four part-time children during term time, and two children after school who are aged over eight. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register, the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder provides very effectively for the children in the Early Years Foundation Stage. The planning is flexible and includes children, parents and the wider community, successfully, which ensures that children enjoy their time with the childminder. High value is given to the uniqueness of each child to promote their well-being and development. The childminder is able to evaluate the strengths and areas for improvement in her provision and constantly strives to improve the experiences she offers to children in her care.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve knowledge and understanding of how to make and record observations and assessments of children's development, in line with the six areas of learning.

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provision

The childminder is able to monitor and evaluate her provision well. She accurately identifies her own strengths and areas for development and takes necessary steps to address these. For instance, the recommendation at the last inspection to improve the organisation of documentation has been fully met, she has attended relevant training and has identified additional training needs. Children are safeguarded well as effective risk assessments are implemented. All adults in the household are suitably vetted.

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provision

The childminder works well with parents and has effective systems in place to obtain and share information with them. For example, each child has a diary for exchanging information about children's progress to and from parents. Thus parents are involved in extending their child's learning at home. The childminder is committed to improving outcomes for children by attending training. She has This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 completed the Early Years Foundation Stage training and has enrolled on a course to learn about observations and assessments. The childminder has forged strong links with the local school and nursery where children attend, which she uses to benefit children's development and provide good continuity.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are provided with very good opportunities to help them make progress across all areas of learning and development. The childminder involves children in the planning of activities and their individual interests are given high regard. The childminder gathers information from parents and the local nursery school enabling her to effectively plan and deliver engaging activities for children. For example, she has taken advice from staff at the nursery on the correct way to teach the formation of letters, as one child currently shows a great interest in learning to write.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder observes children as they play. Thus she makes assessments about what they can do, what they like, and makes suitable plans to extend their learning. However, there is a lack of clarity about children's starting points and the extent of their progression because no record is kept. During activities the children are given good support, the childminder talks about what they are doing. Children are happy and settled, they are eager to play with their favourite toys, such as jigsaws. Children can communicate well to express their wishes and consolidate their understanding. Children are very well-behaved and display good manners. Strong emphasis is placed on the importance of healthy eating. Only healthy snacks are provided. Children help to prepare food and talk with the childminder about foods which are good and bad for them. As an occasional treat, children are given one sweet which they are happy with. The parents of one minded child grow their own

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

fruit and vegetables and the childminder uses their fresh produce for children's meals and snacks. She visits their allotment with the children so that they gain an awareness of where food comes from and learn about healthy eating.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

A safe and welcoming environment is created for children and all potential risks are minimised. Children can independently and safely select their preferred toys. Role play is used effectively to consolidate children's understanding of road safety. The childminder has a sound understanding of child protection issues and the procedure to follow should the need arise. Good use is made of parks, adventure playgrounds, toddler groups and very good links have been made with a local school, where children are invited to attend special events. These experiences enable children to enjoy learning about the world around them and help them build confidence about transitions to nursery and school. 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? Good The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement. Good

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

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

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

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

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

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

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

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

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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 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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