Childminder in Rotherham

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Unique reference number 303036 Inspection date 06/05/2009 Inspector June Rice

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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 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 1989. She lives with her adult child in Thorpe Hesley, near Rotherham. She uses her converted garage as the main room for minding. The lounge is used as a quiet rest area and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The premises are accessible to people with limited mobility. The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children.

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Description of the childminding

There are three places for children in the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder also offers three places for children aged between six and seven years before and after school, this provision is registered on the Childcare Register. Children occupying these places share the same facilities as the children in the early years age range. There are currently four children on roll on the Early Years register and four children on roll on the compulsory register.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good. The childminder takes steps to evaluate her provision and successfully identifies most strengths and areas for improvement. However, she did not identify that the recording of medication administered is not robust enough, and does not offer users of the provision opportunity to be included in the evaluation the process. The provision has developed good relationships with parents and others to ensure children's individual needs are met effectively. Policies and procedures are inclusive and provided to parents. The childminder ensures that excellent range of resources, activities and learning opportunities are available to all children.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop the use of self-evaluation, and provide opportunties for children and parents to be involved  improve the record of medication to ensure it is robust enough to differentiate between written permission and the actual record of dose administered.

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further?

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

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further?

 implement procedures to be followed in the event of a parent failing to collect a child at the appointed time, and in the event of a child going missing (Safeguarding and welfare) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register). 19/05/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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provision

Most records required for the safe and efficient management of the early years provision, and to meet all children's individual needs are efficiently maintained. However, the record of medication is not consistently robust enough to clearly identify the time and dose administered. For example, written instructions about the time and dose to be given is retained on the setting as a record of medication administered while written confirmation that instructions have been followed is sent home to parents. Good quality risk assessments and actions are taken to manage or eliminate risks, help children to stay safe and ensure the outdoor, indoor spaces and resources are suitable for them to use. The childminder recently completed a self assessment and successfully identified targets for improvement. However, the system failed to identify that the record of medication is not robust enough. Children are safeguarded because the childminder demonstrates a very

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provision

good knowledge and understanding of child protection issues and safeguarding procedures.

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provision

The childminder liaises effectively with others to ensure progression and continuity of care. Parents are very well informed about children's achievements and progress through assessment records and a daily diary. Parents are encouraged to share information about children's starting points through discussion during the settling in process and the recording of children's development. There is lots of information displayed within the setting that enables parents to see clearly what their children are learning about. Inclusive practice is exceedingly well promoted in an environment that positively reflects diversity through activities and resources that reflect the wider world and children's own communities very effectively, and encourage children to learn about differences and not be afraid to ask questions.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are taught about keeping safe through their daily routine, activities and discussion. For example, all children practise an emergency evacuation and understand the need to get out quickly, they learn about being happy and safe, and how to cross the road in safety. Clear steps are taken by the childminder to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. For example, she is well equipped for outings and carries emergency contacts details. However, she was unsure of the procedures she would follow in the event of a child being lost, or uncollected. Children are helped to be healthy because the childminder encourages children to try healthy food, and discusses dietary needs with parents. Children demonstrate an understanding of the need to wash hands before eating and after using the toilet, and they brush their teeth after lunch. Steps are taken to prevent the spread of infection. For example, children who are infectious are excluded to protect

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

others, and the childminder uses disposable equipment when changing nappies.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has excellent systems in place to ensure she obtains all relevant information about children before a placement starts. For example, she knows what children can do on entry and this helps settle children quickly into a routine that enables them to continue to make excellent progress. Observations and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 assessments actively contribute to identifying and planning for children's next steps. Parents are included in children's learning. They are provided with very clear and informative information about what their children are learning and the planned themes. For example, in April children were taught about healthy eating and how to look after plants, and in May the theme is about different modes of transport. Collages of photographs also show parents what children have been doing. For example, they show children visiting a castle, a farm and enjoying a teddy bears

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are well behaved, pleasant and happy. They are encouraged to make a positive contribution by helping to tidy up, take turns, share and be kind to others. They benefit from being able to independently and safely access an excellent range of resources that are suitable for their age and stage of development in an environment that is rich in positive images. For example, posters about feelings, welcome posters in different languages, geography map and display of people around the world which children contribute to after holidays. Children enjoy dressing in clothes from different cultures, celebrate festivals and taste food from around the world. The childminder is highly skilled in supporting children's learning. She asks appropriate questions to help children think, work things out and extend their learning. For example, she encourages them to match up vehicles, introducing colours and mathematical language. She extends this activity

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

by reading a story encouraging children's listening skills and language development. The story give reference to boats and the childminder talks about the wind helping them to move. When children ask for another story, she introduces a counting and matching activity. Children count to eight with support and match pictures. 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? 1 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? 1 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: Not Met (with actions)

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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 compulsory 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

 take action as specified in the Early Years section of the report (CR2). 19/05/2009

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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

 take action as specified in the Early Years section of the report (CR2). 19/05/2009

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