Childminder in Redcar and Cleveland

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Unique reference number EY101146 Inspection date 13/10/2008 Inspector Elaine Marie McDonnell

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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 has been registered since January 2002. She lives with her partner and their seven year old son in the Eston area of Middlesbrough. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding purposes and the premises is easily accessible. A bedroom on the first floor, and a converted loft will also be included in the registration for use by older children. There is an enclosed, paved, rear garden available for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for up to three children in the Early Years range, and is also registered to care for children on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There are currently four children on roll aged between nine months and six years, most of whom are cared for on a part-time basis. The childminder is a member of the National Child Minding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Information from parents about children's attainment and development is not currently obtained by the childminder. However, children are making good progress in their individual learning and development. Children's individual needs are being well met and overall, an inclusive and welcoming service is provided. The process of self-evaluation and risk assessments are inconsistent, however, the childminder demonstrates a very positive attitude and has the capacity to maintain the continuous improvement of the provision.

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further?

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

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further?

 obtain information from parents about children's attainment and development on entry  ensure that risk assessments also include the registered premises  improve the process of self-evaluation to continuously monitor and develop practice.

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provision

The Early Years provision is well managed by the childminder. She ensures that most records are available and are well maintained to support children's welfare, learning and individual needs. The childminder generally assesses the quality of her provision, however, the process has not been fully implemented to ensure that all areas for improvement are identified.

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provision

The childminder has a positive attitude towards personal development, and has attended additional training courses since her last inspection including first aid. Good improvements have been made since the previous inspection, with the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 childminder fully addressing the recommendation that was raised.

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provision

The childminder works well in partnership with parents and confidentiality is maintained. Parents receive good written information about the provision including policy and procedure statements. Parents are kept fully informed of their child's achievements and progress through regular discussions and written progress reports. However, parents are not encouraged to share what they know about their child's development and attainment.

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provision

Children are well safeguarded by the childminder and their overall welfare is effectively promoted. Written risk assessments have been completed for all outings and places that the children visit, however, the registered premises have not been included in the risk assessment process.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The learning environment is well presented to help children to progress towards the early learning goals. For example, a wide range of stimulating and attractive resources are made easily accessible for them. There is a varied range of planned, purposeful play, both indoors and outdoors, which help children to be active learners. The childminder plans activities for individual children, which are based on her observations of their development, and are shared with parents. Planning includes the six areas of learning and takes into account children's interests. Children have access to resources and activities, which promote their understanding about other cultural backgrounds and beliefs.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder teaches children about keeping safe during discussions and general routines. For example, they discuss road safety when out walking and are also involved in regular fire drills. Children have regular opportunities for physical activity, and begin to understand the benefits of keeping healthy and active through play opportunities and general discussions with the childminder.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder helps children to enjoy their learning by being involved, playing with the children and developing the activities to promote their understanding. For example, a craft activity where children had drawn apple trees developed into a discussion about how apples are good for them to eat. The childminder helps children to develop initial problem solving skills by ensuring they have good access to a varied range of jigsaw puzzles and shape sorters. Children also have access to programmable and electronic toys, which helps with their knowledge and understanding of the world. Behaviour is well managed by the childminder who regularly praises positive behaviour and achievements. 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. Satisfactory

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

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

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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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