Childminder in Redcar and Cleveland

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Unique reference number EY293625 Inspection date 04/12/2008 Inspector Vivienne Dempsey

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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 2004. She lives in Loftus with her husband and two teenage children. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed rear garden available for outdoor play. She lives close to a number of local amenities including shops, parks and schools.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years. She offers a part-time service, including after school care and school holidays. She is currently caring for five children, of which three are in the early years age group

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is also registered on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder works in partnership with parents to ensure she meets the needs of all children. Children are valued as individuals and they enjoy a stimulating range of activities both inside and outside the home. They are making progress in their learning and information is shared with parents about the activities children have taken part in. However, observations of children's learning and development is not always linked to the six areas of learning and their progress towards the early learning goals is not always clear. The childminder is keen to develop the provision she provides, she attends training and works closely with other childminders to continually improve her practice. However, there is no formal self- evaluation system in place.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop systems to show how risk assessments for outings are undertaken  develop use of observing and assessing children to plan for next steps in their learning  develop systems to self-evaluate and monitor practice to promote outcomes for children.

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provision

The childminder provides a welcoming and friendly service for all children and their families. She works closely with parents and keeps them well informed, through daily discussions, about their child and how they have spent their day. Policies and procedures are in place for the safe and efficient management of the setting. The safety and protection of children is given a high priority and the childminder has completed written risk assessments for the home. However, risk assessments for This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 outings are not written. Children take part in regular fire drills and posters are displayed to develop children's awareness of fire safety. The childminder has an up to date first aid certificate, a first aid box is in place and permission from parents is sought to seek emergency medical advice or treatment. This helps the childminder

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provision

act quickly in the event of an accident or emergency.

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provision

The childminder is able to identify areas for improvement and is keen to improve the provision she provides. She attends training to develop her knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and works with other childminders to promote outcomes for children. However, no formal self-evaluation system is in place.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are content and happy. They confidently explore the suitable range of toys and resources, which are independently available. Children are very well behaved and the childminder promotes their good behaviour with lots of positive praise and encouragement. The childminder knows children well and they are observed to be very secure in her care. For example, they give her lots of cuddles and enjoy sitting close to her during their play. Children are beginning to learn about personal hygiene routines and are encouraged to wash their hands before meals and snacks.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder provides lots of opportunities for children to be active in the local outdoors. They regularly visit the local woods and play areas. This helps to develop their physical skills as well as developing their knowledge and understanding of the local community. Children enjoy using the magnetic writing board to make marks. They talk confidently about what they are drawing, for example, 'Daddy' and name the shapes they have made 'Daddy's foot'. Children enjoy sharing books with the childminder and have fun naming parts of an owl. They show great interest in the small world house and use the small world people to recreate everyday routines, such as going to the toilet and having a bath.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder is beginning to observe children's learning and a daily dairy is maintained of activities children take part in, which is shared with parents. However, learning is not always linked to the areas of learning and observations are not always used to plan for the next steps in children's learning. 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? 3 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? 3

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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? 3 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

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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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