Childminder in Doncaster

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Unique reference number EY152010 Inspection date 03/11/2008 Inspector Carolyn Gifford

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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 2002. She lives with her and partner and 12 year old son in Balby, in Doncaster. The whole of the ground floor is available for childminding, which includes a playroom, lounge, conservatory and downstairs toilet. There is a rear garden available for outside play. The childminder offers care Monday to Friday all year round. She is registered to care for six children under eight years and is currently providing care for five children. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association. She has a diploma in home- based childcare level 3 and a National Vocational Qualification at level 2 in Early Years Childcare and Education. She is registered on the Early Years Register, the compulsory part of the Childcare register and the voluntary part of the Childcare Register.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder provides an effective service where children thrive in an environment that is child focused and organised to meet their individual needs. Inclusive practice is promoted very well so that all children's needs are met successfully enabling them to make good progress in all aspects of their learning and development. Children develop a high degree of self confidence and a positive self-esteem as the childminder has an excellent knowledge of each child's starting points and plans effectively for the next steps in their learning. Effective links with parents help to involve them in their children's care and education and they are kept very well informed of their progress.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure that all relevant information and detail is recorded when administering medication to children  ensure that all potential hazards in the kitchen are inaccessible to children.

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provision

The childminder has a very good understanding of her role in promoting children's safety and well-being. Whilst she is generally vigilant regarding children's safety and takes reasonable precautions to ensure the environment is safe and secure for young children, there are some potential hazards stored in a drawer in the kitchen which are accessible to children.

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provision

Children's welfare is effectively safeguarded because the childminder has a good awareness of her responsibilities with regard to child protection and knows the procedure to follow if she has concerns about a child. All required documentation is in place and written policies and procedures underpin important areas of the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 childminder's practice. They are implemented well, shared with parents and regularly reviewed, which helps parents to feel involved. There are systems in place for recording when medication is administered to children but the records do not give sufficient information about the reason for the medication or the time of the last dose.

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provision

The childminder has extended her knowledge and understanding of childcare by accessing a number of relevant training opportunities, which is evident in her approach to her work and in the children's responses to her. The previous recommendation has been fully addressed and the childminder now has written permission from parents for seeking emergency medical advice or treatment. The childminder's use of self evaluation shows that she has clear ideas regarding continuous improvement, for example, considering ways she can enhance her service to help children and families where English is not their first language.

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provision

Good links have been established with parents, who are invited to share what they know about their child's needs and interests. This effectively contributes to helping children settle and maintaining continuity of care. Resources and equipment are of good quality, safe and suitable for the ages and abilities of children attending. The childminder adapts as necessary to ensure that all children can fully participate.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are very happy and settled in the childminder's care and their welfare, learning and development is successfully promoted by the well organised and flexible approach of the childminder. She is developing a very good knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and provides a varied and imaginative range of challenging and purposeful activities. All children enjoy a balance of child led and adult led activities and the childminder supports their play and learning by using good questioning techniques that encourage children to be creative and to think critically. For example, a planned activity looking at and discussing various fruits and vegetables, led to children learning about where and how they grow and extending language skills to describe colour, shape and texture. The childminder actively encourages children's creative development by providing appropriate resources for children to make a chart displaying the fruits and

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

vegetables to put on the wall, which shows their attempts and achievements are valued. Children's own work and other displays make the environment very welcoming and the presentation of toys and resources allows for free choice and for children to initiate their own play. The signs, symbols, posters and children's art work predominantly displayed effectively promotes value of children's work and sustains a successful learning environment.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder uses praise and encouragement very effectively to help build children's confidence and self-esteem. She talks to children about appropriate behaviour, which helps them to learn the difference between right and wrong and to consider the effect of negative behaviour on others. Children develop social skills as they interact with each other and have regular opportunities to visit local parks and play areas, which contributes to their overall physical development. During walks and outings, children learn about the their local environment and are showing some This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 understanding about road safety and keeping themselves safe.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Resources are easily accessible and the print rich environment helps children to make links with the written word and familiar toys. Observations of the children as they play helps the childminder to consider individual children's interests when planning activities and the next steps in their learning and development. The childminder introduces younger children to number and simple counting as she plays games with them and shares stories and rhymes involving number. For example, she has prepared a visual aid based on the story of the 'gingerbread man', which encourages children to extend their knowledge and understanding of language when counting the number of people chasing him. The childminder effectively evaluates activities, ensuring that all areas of learning and development are covered. She helps children to develop their predictive and problem solving skills by talking to them about what they think might happen next in familiar stories and

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder offers an inclusive service for all children and their independence is fostered well as they move confidently around the playroom, accessing resources and using the low level table and chairs. The childminder encourages children to learn to feed themselves by providing appropriate utensils at mealtimes, using praise and supporting children when necessary. Drinking water and fresh fruit are available at all times and meals are healthy and nutritious, which effectively contributes to children learning to make healthy food choices and enjoying a healthy lifestyle. 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? Outstanding 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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