Childminder in Wiltshire

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Unique reference number EY370813 Inspection date 09/10/2008 Inspector Marilyn Joy

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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 2008, although was previously registered when abroad. The childminder lives with her husband and two children aged 12 and 10 years in Salisbury. The whole of the premises is used for childminding and there is access to a garden for outdoor play. The family have a pet dog.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered for a maximum of four children at any one time. There is currently one child in the early years age group on roll. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder also makes provision for children older that the early years age group which is registered on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. This report does not include an evaluation of that provision, but a judgement about compliance with the requirements. The childminder does not have any children within this age group on roll at present.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are cared for in a warm and welcoming environment where careful consideration is given to their health and well-being. A strong emphasis is given to ensuring children feel confident and secure within their surroundings. Information is gathered from parents regarding children's specific needs and steps taken, where necessary, to adapt the provision to enable appropriate support to be offered. The childminder does not have a secure knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage, which is evident in the areas highlighted for improvement. Safety issues raised at the previous visit have been addressed, demonstrating her commitment towards improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage to ensure children's welfare, learning and development needs are fully met  develop a system for assessing children's achievements in order to identify their learning priorities so that relevant and motivating learning experiences can be offered based on their individual capabilities and share this information with parents  increase opportunities and resources to extend children's play and learning outdoors.

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further?

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

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further?

 request written permission from parents for seeking emergency medical advice or treatment (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare 16/10/2008 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  maintain a record of risk assessments completed for the premises and outings clearly stating when they were carried out, date of review and any action taken following a review or incident (Documentation). 16/10/2008

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provision

The childminder's sound awareness of safeguarding issues keeps children safe and protects them from harm. Children's health and emotional well-being are promoted well through the childminder's caring approach and effective health and hygiene procedures. Appropriate safety equipment is in place and the childminder has considered how to keep children safe when they go on outings. However, she has not maintained a record of risk assessments carried out on the premises or for outings which is a breach of the requirements. Much of the required documentation is in place, although the register is not always completed promptly each day and significantly the childminder has not sought parental consent to enable her to seek medical advice or treatment in the event of an emergency, which is a breach of the requirements. Parents are provided with a pack of information about the childminder, her policies and procedures. Time is spent

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provision

sharing information to help the childminder get to know their child in order to ease the settling process. Daily discussions are used to update parents on their child's care during the day, although there are no clear arrangements for sharing information or working together to support their learning and development. Some thought has been given to identifying areas for improvement, for example, the childminder talked about increasing her outdoor toys, but as yet she has not reviewed all aspects of the Early Years Foundation Stage or how she can fully develop the quality of the care and learning she offers.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

A clear focus of the childminder's provision is to ensure children are happy and content. Effective settling-in routines help them to gain confidence in new surroundings at a pace to suit their individual needs. Positive relationships develop as this process is not rushed. Daily routines are established in discussion with parents so that children have time for rest, play and refreshment. Sleeping and feeding arrangements are agreed and parents' wishes followed. Age-appropriate resources are set out for younger children so that they can make choices about what they want to play with and move freely between the play areas. Vigilant supervision and appropriate equipment ensure their safety. They begin to learn about keeping themselves safe as they play; for example, they are reminded to be careful of the step and the door as they move between the kitchen and the conservatory. Good health and hygiene procedures, as well as a safe and well-

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

maintained environment, contribute well towards children's health and well-being.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children develop their physical skills as they manoeuvre the pushchair around the house and begin to fit construction kits together. They visit the park and explore the swings and slides, although the childminder has few outdoor resources herself and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 makes limited use of the garden. Problem solving is encouraged as toddlers explore the shape sorter with the childminder and investigate where to fit different shapes. Other similar toys are set out which allows them to continue exploring for themselves and practise their learning.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder is aware of providing a range of activities to support children's learning and development, although as yet she does not have a clear system of how this is to be achieved or how the involvement of parents and other settings the children attend can be included. Information is gathered from parents about children's individual needs, but this does not include all the required consents or details of their capabilities so that their learning can be easily extended. The childminder describes how she offers more challenging activities and resources according to their interests once she gets to know them. For example, creativity is encouraged as they make musical instruments and paint, they experiment with playdoh and become aware of how shapes fit together as they complete puzzles and build with bricks. Toys are rotated to maintain children's interest. Books are always available and children quickly become familiar with their favourite parts, such as

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

'Shh! teddy is asleep'. Language and vocabulary are promoted as they play. The childminder's calm and patient approach, as well as consistent and firm boundaries, helps them to understand what is expected and behave well. They are frequently praised and their achievements valued. 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? Good How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? Satisfactory How well are children helped to make a positive contribution? Good

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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.

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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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