Childminder in South Tyneside

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Unique reference number EY371383 Inspection date 15/12/2008 Inspector Julie Morrison

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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. She lives with her two grandchildren aged 12 years in Hebburn, South Tyneside. The whole of the ground floor and the bathroom and computer room on the first floor of the childminder’s home are used for childminding. There are front and rear gardens available for outdoor play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of six children aged under eight years and currently has two children aged under five years on roll. She also cares for children aged over eight years. The childminder cares for children on weekdays from 07.30 to 18.00 for 50 weeks of the year. The childminder has completed a relevant training course. The family has a pet parrot.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder warmly welcomes all children into her home. She creates a caring and inclusive environment in which children are happy and secure. Children enjoy a suitable range of activities; however, the childminder's limited knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage means that effective procedures are not in place to fully support children's learning and development. All appropriate information is gathered from parents to meet children's individual needs and most required documentation to promote children's welfare is in place. The childminder is aware of areas for improvement; however, procedures to evaluate practice are not sufficiently robust.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the early years provision requires significant improvement. The registered person is given a Notice to Improve that sets out actions to be carried out.

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further?

To comply with the requirements of the EYFS the registered person must take the following action by the specified date:

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further?

 develop understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and introduce sensitive observational assessments in order to plan to meet young children's individual needs (Organisation) 12/01/2009  develop written risk assessments for all aspects of the environment, including outings (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) 12/01/2009  complete a recognised paediatric first aid course (Suitable people) (also applies to the both parts of the Childcare Register). 30/01/2009 To improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 introduce procedures to record accidents and medication This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  develop activities and resources to promote children's awareness of diversity  develop procedures for self-evaluation and monitoring of the provision.

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provision

Most legally required documentation is in place, as the childminder has a suitable understanding of the requirements. Children's personal details are well organised and all relevant policies are in place, for example, complaints and safeguarding children. Appropriate safety equipment and daily checks ensure that space and equipment remain safe for the children. However, the childminder has not completed any written risk assessments as required by the Early Years Foundation Stage. This does not effectively safeguard children. The childminder has a clear understanding of child protection issues as a result of attending relevant training. She is aware of the signs and symptoms of abuse and procedures to follow should she have any concerns. The childminder does not currently hold a current first aid certificate. This is a breach of the specific legal requirements and does not promote children's welfare.

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provision

Parents benefit from written information about the setting, including all relevant policies and procedures. The childminder exchanges verbal information with parents on a daily basis, however, this is related to care and activities, and does not include information about the children's learning and development. The childminder completes regular diaries for the children which include information about activities and how well children have settled, parents are able to look at these if they wish. The childminder shows a positive attitude towards ensuring that all children are included at the setting. For example, working with external organisations, if required, and learning key words to ensure that children with English as an additional language are included at the setting. This helps to promote children's sense of belonging.

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provision

The childminder implements acceptable self-evaluation procedures in order to assess the service she provides. For example, she has booked training to further improve her understanding of child development and has implemented new behaviour management techniques as a result of training. However, she has no written procedures in place to fully support this.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are happy and settled in the childminder's care. However, their learning and development are not fully supported as the childminder's understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and planning activities is limited. The childminder keeps individual diaries of the children's activities, but these are not linked to the areas of learning and there are no procedures in place to identify children's next steps in learning. Children have a suitable range of toys and resources to play with at the childminder's home. Resources are organised so that children can access them independently and children move around confidently at the setting. They enjoy watching television and take part in a suitable range of activities which cover This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 most areas of learning. The childminder interacts appropriately with them, encouraging them to name colours, and children enjoy joining in with well-known

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

nursery rhymes. Activities such as colouring and dressing up promote children's creative development and they enjoy a suitable range of physical activities, for example, going for walks and to soft play. Trips to shops and museums help children to begin to learn about the world around them; however, activities and resources to promote children's awareness of diversity are limited. Visits to other childminders allow children opportunities to socialise with their peers.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Appropriate procedures are in place to support children's health. For example, the childminder wipes children's hands with wet wipes before meals and provides a balance of healthy meals and snacks. Children are beginning to learn how to keep themselves safe. For example, the childminder gives them gentle reminders not to climb and discusses road safety with them. All appropriate written consents are in place, such as for emergency medical treatment and outings. However, the childminder does not have any procedures in place to record medication or accidents. The childminder implements age-appropriate behaviour management techniques to help children to learn right from wrong. For example, discussion and distraction. Regular praise and encouragement promote children's self-esteem, resulting in children who are confident and secure at the childminder's home. 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? 4

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 4 How well are children helped to be healthy? 3 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 4 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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (CR1.3). 30/01/2009

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (CR1.3). 30/01/2009 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 registration.

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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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