Childminder in Bradford

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Unique reference number EY298972 Inspection date 02/12/2008 Inspector Katy Elizabeth Wynn

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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 Baildon near Shipley with her husband and daughter. The ground floor of the home and the bathroom on the first floor are used for childminding. There is supervised access to a garden for outside play. The family have one guinea pig.

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Description of the childminding

There are currently 11 children on roll and four children attending who are within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) age group. The childminder is on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association (NCMA) and receives support from the local partnership unit.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder promotes an inclusive environment where children are secure and happy. Her good understanding of the EYFS impacts on the children's learning; they enjoy fun and challenging experiences which enable them to make good progress. The childminder has developed a collaborative partnership with parents and other settings to enable her to meet individual children's needs. Highly effective systems for the evaluation of the childminder’s provision ensure she is aware of the strengths and areas for improvement within her provision. As a result, children’s welfare, learning and development requirements are very well met.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop systems to observe and assess children's achievements, interests and learning styles and use these to identify learning priorities.

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provision

The childminder has an extremely positive attitude towards her career and puts the maximum effort into the provision. This is reflected in her commitment to ongoing personal development which in turn contributes to the very high standard of care provided. She is currently in the process of becoming an accredited childminder demonstrating her ongoing commitment to providing a very high standard of care and education. The completion of the self evaluation form, combined with regular monitoring and purposeful reflection, ensures the childminder is constantly reviewing her practice and identifying targets for further improvement, ensuring she continues to provide the best opportunities for the children in her care.

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provision

The childminder maintains excellent links with parents and carers, collecting and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 sharing information about children and valuing their contributions as partners in children's ongoing learning and development. Parents are asked to read key policies and procedures, including the complaints procedure. They are able to view the white board in the childminder's home listing activities, topics and menus. They are kept very well informed of their child’s progress and achievements through verbal feedback and access to their individual development files. The childminder welcomes feedback from parents and she meticulously completes daily diary sheets to ensure parents are fully informed about their child's day.

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provision

The childminder has worked hard to develop an extensive and detailed range of policies and procedures, including child protection, behaviour management and equal opportunities. She uses these to inform practice and protect the welfare of the children she cares for. There are well-maintained systems in place to record attendance as well as effective recording systems for medication administration and accidents. All adults living in the house have undergone the relevant checks to ensure their suitability to be in close proximity of children and these are readily available in the childminder's file.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder plans a varied and stimulating range of activities which covers all six areas of learning. Planning is based on themes, such as the seasons and generally takes the interests of all children into account whilst ensuring there is a balance of adult and child-led initiatives delivered through indoor and outdoor play. There are robust systems in place to collect information about what children enjoy and can do before they start. This, combined with purposeful ongoing observational assessment, ensures the childminder provides enjoyable and challenging experiences tailored to the individual needs of the children in her care. Children’s achievements are clearly recorded in their individual development files and, in the main, include the identification of ongoing learning priorities; however, activities are not always linked to children's interests. The childminder always take an active role in the children’s activities and is highly skilled at recognising and

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

maximising learning opportunities, ensuring all children make good progress within the EYFS. For example, children enjoyed making a Christmas penguin picture and the childminder skilfully adapted this activity so all the children could be involved despite their age or ability.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children have formed secure relationships with both the childminder and their peers, listening to one another, playing well together and taking it in turns to play. The older children show care and understanding as they help the younger children build with the bricks. This, combined with the excellent example set by the childminder and her robust procedures for behaviour management, ensures all children learn right from wrong. Children enjoy learning about nature and gain an understanding of the world as they make bird feeders and hang them in the childminder's garden. They watch the birds eating the food and gain a sense of achievement from providing the birds with food in the cold weather. She uses everyday routines to best effect in order to encourage counting and the use of mathematical language, for example, counting how many bowls are needed for lunch. In addition, children are provided with opportunities to be curious and

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 independent learners and are developing skills to support their future economic wellbeing.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder is committed to helping children develop a good awareness of how to stay safe and healthy. This is achieved through adherence to robust procedures which are consistently reinforced, for example, tidying away toys, practising fire drills and effective road safety practices. 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? 2 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? 2 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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