Childminder in Bradford

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Unique reference number EY369842 Inspection date 14/10/2008 Inspector Rachel Ayo

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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 2008 and lives with her partner and their child aged 22 months, in the Thornton area of Bradford in West Yorkshire. On the ground floor, the lounge is used for childcare purposes along with a first floor bathroom. Children access areas within the community for outdoor play, as there is no garden available at the property. Local amenities include a park, shops, schools and nurseries and the childminder's premises are situated close to transport links. The childminder attends toddler groups. Access to the premises is gained via the front door.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of three children under eight years old and of these, two children may be on the Early Years Register. The childminder is currently caring for two children on the Early Years Register and one child on the voluntary part of the Childcare Register. Children attend on a part time basis. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are cared for in a suitably welcoming home, where positive relationships with the childminder fosters their sense of belonging. The childminder promotes most aspects of children's welfare and learning adequately. Partnerships with parents and in the wider context are used suitably overall, to promote children's education and care and meets their individual needs. Suitable systems are in place, to monitor and evaluate the provision and the childminder has a realistic view of strengths and areas for development. Activities and resources are varied in helping children to enjoy their time at the setting and to make progress in their learning and development. However, at present systems for personalised planning and assessment are not in place, in order to fully support children in their progression towards to the early learning goals.

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further?

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

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further?

 review hygiene procedures in relation to hand washing routines  improve partnership working with parents and other providers in order to enhance children's learning and development.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure that risk assessments are recorded, including for outings, to further support safety procedures (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 21/10/2008  undertake sensitive observational assessment in order to plan to meet young children's individual needs 11/11/2008 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 (Organisation).

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provision

The childminder monitors and evaluates her provision satisfactorily. Suitable improvements have been made since registration. For example, the childminder has attended required training and developed a suitable range of resources, to ensure that children of all age groups are supported in their development. The childminder demonstrates a commitment to continual improvement and has a positive attitude to furthering her own development, in order to enhance outcomes for children. For example, she is currently attending a course about story sacks, to further children's interest in reading and enjoyment of books.

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provision

Records required for the safe and efficient management of the Early Years Foundation Stage and to ensure that the needs of all children are met, are mostly maintained in line with requirements. However, although in practice hazards are identified and minimised well to promote children's safety and welfare, there are no written risk assessments. A number of suitable written policies and procedures have been additionally devised, to enhance the care and learning of children. The childminder is aware of how to safeguard children and holds the most up-to-date contact details, which ensures the prompt sharing of child protection concerns. All adults in the household have been subject to suitability checks, which ensures children's welfare.

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provision

Positive partnerships are established with parents before placement and information is suitably shared and obtained beforehand, including policies and procedures, in order to meet children's needs and to inform parents about the setting. Communication systems are developing suitably. Daily information is exchanged verbally and scrapbooks, containing photographs of children taking part in a range of activities are shared. At present, partnership working does not extend to the active involvement of parents, in supporting their children’s learning and development and there is no liaison with other providers delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage, to ensure progression and continuity of learning and care.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

A suitable range of age appropriate resources and equipment are readily accessible in the lounge, to ensure that children can make choices, in order to develop their confidence and self-motivation. The childminder demonstrates through discussion and photographs, that a good range of activities are provided, to help children make progress across the six areas of learning and children's interests are fully considered. However, systems for personalised planning and assessment have not yet been established, in order to meet children's individual needs and to fully support their learning and development.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children present as happy, they are well settled and they show suitable levels of interest in the environment. They confidently approach the inspector to look at the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 laptop and enthusiastically talk about the animals that live in a field and a visit to Saltaire, where they saw a stripy spider on the wall, which had made a web with a silky thread. Children enjoy exploring the dough, as they squeeze, poke and squash this and show good fine motor skills, as they use the rolling pin and various sized and shaped cutters, such as numbers and letters. Children count objects, as the childminder reads a story and they correctly identify that they have cut out two dough shapes. The outdoor environment provides children with opportunities to gain a good knowledge and understanding of the world. For example, they visit the war monument, talk about the writing on gravestones and observe the chain saw

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder offers frequent use of praise and encouragement, which successfully fosters children's self-esteem and deals calmly and positively with minor incidents of conflict, for example, a dispute over a toy. This helps children develop habits and behaviour, appropriate to good learners. Good role modelling by the childminder, such as using and encouraging manners, ensures that children develop good social skills. Children are gaining an awareness of dangers and how to stay safe, both indoors and outdoors. For example, they are reminded not to play with the lounge door, preventing trapped fingers and to be careful not to bump their heads, as they play hide and seek under a small wooden table. On outings, the childminder explains to the children the importance of waiting for the cars to stop at the pedestrian crossing, even if the green figure has appeared.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Although the childminder implements mostly effective hygiene procedures, in order to minimise cross-infection, for example, when preparing lunch, children do not wash their hands before eating. Children have good opportunities to be active, develop confidence in their physical skills and benefit from fresh air. They walk to and from school, go on nature walks to collect acorns and use small and large equipment, through access to toddler groups and parks. Fruit and vegetables are included in the children's daily diet, to encourage them to make healthy choices about what they eat. 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? Satisfactory 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? Satisfactory

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How well are children safeguarded? Satisfactory

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? Satisfactory How well are children helped to be healthy? Satisfactory How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? Satisfactory How well are children helped to make a positive contribution? Satisfactory

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped develop skills that will contribute to their future economic well-being? Satisfactory

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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

Since registration there have been no complaints made to Ofsted which required the provider or Ofsted to take any action in order to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register.

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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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