Childminder in North Yorkshire

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Unique reference number EY371618 Inspection date 13/11/2008 Inspector Cynthia Walker

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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 in a semi detached house in Cowling, near Skipton, with her husband and child aged 10 months. They live close to the local schools, shops and parks. The whole of the ground floor which includes the conservatory, kitchen and lounge is used for childminding and there is access to the bathroom on the first floor. There is an enclosed play area to the front and to the rear of the property. The family pets include cats and a rabbit.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years who are on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of Childcare Register. Currently there are two children on roll who are on the Early Years Register. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder provides interesting learning opportunities that meet the children's needs and sustain their interest. Children enjoy their time with the childminder and make good progress. The childminder actively works with parents and careers to ensure each child is valued as an individual. The learning environment and availability of resources support all the children's individual needs. Children's welfare is promoted in most areas. The childminder is developing systems to evaluate her care and has identified her targets for the future improvement to her provision.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop the methods for assessing children's learning and development to plan relevant and motivating experiences for each child

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further?

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

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further?

 complete a risk assessment to ensure children are kept safe whilst on outings 04/12/2008

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provision

The childminder is maintaining most of the documentation which is required for the safe and efficient management of her provision and promote all children's needs. She has produced clear written policies and procedures which are reflected in practice and efficiently shared with parents. Appropriate risk assessments ensure effective actions are taken to manage and eliminate risks to children within the home, however, although the childminder is aware of the hazards to children This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 whilst on outings a risk assessment is not in place. The childminder creatively organises her home and resources to actively stimulate the children's interest and enables children to move around spontaneously and independently.

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provision

The childminder has a clear understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of her provision and has responded positively to all aspects raised at her registration which has a direct impact on outcomes for children. She is committed to her own professional development and has attended some short courses and seeks advice from local authority advisors to maintain and improve the quality of the provision for children. The childminder has attended child protection training and has a sound understanding of child protection issues to enable her to effectively safeguard the children in her care.

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provision

Parents and carers receive good quality information about the care she provides for children through an interesting parent booklet which includes her policies and procedures. Detailed daily diaries which clearly identify the aspects of learning their children have been involved in ensure parents are well informed of their children's achievements. Older children's continuity of learning is supported as the childminder supports them with work from school. Parents and carers are encouraged to share information about their children as they begin to attend to ensure appropriate care can be given.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has sound knowledge of the learning and development requirements and effectively assists children to become active learners. Individual children's files and their daily diary include interesting observations which highlight the activities children have been involved in and their achievements which is clearly linked to the areas of learning. She has an appropriate understanding of the individual children's capabilities and is using this knowledge to identify some future learning, for example, increasing children's confidence to explore their senses by gradually introducing sand, play dough and textured materials into the planned activities. Daily plans are in place which reflect a balance of adult and child led activities, however, planning is not extended to include all aspects of individual children's future learning. The organisation of the home encourages children to explore and be active in instigating their play and learning. The daily routine offers

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

children a variety of outdoor experiences which includes walking to feed the geese and chickens, visiting the local park or playing on equipment in the garden.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder effectively supports the children's learning as she reinforces their early language skills by repeating simple words, such as tractor or cow whilst looking at books. She is flexible and responds to children's needs as they begin hiding under the table by introducing sheets to turn this area into a den. The childminder positively interacts with the children and actively praises them for their achievements as they complete simple board puzzles by rotating the pieces or successfully fit shapes into the correct holes. Photographs in children's files highlight their involvement in a variety of activities, for example, growing tomatoes, dancing and manoeuvring wheeled toys in the outdoor area. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder efficiently promotes the children's health and well-being. Children confidently follow good hygiene procedures within the home and there are clear

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

systems in place to manage accidents or take action if they become ill. Younger children follow the example of the childminder and ask to wash their hands after blowing their noses. Children are developing an understanding of dangers and how to stay safe as they hold hands as they walk to the swings or go to school. The childminder responds calmly and consistently to the children which encourages them to behave well. Children are developing positive relationships and show sensitivity to younger children as they gently stroke their heads and share out resources, such as fluffy fabric during play. 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? 3 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

Since registration there have been no complaints made to Ofsted that required the provider or Ofsted to take any action.

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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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