Childminder in North Yorkshire

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Unique reference number EY243498 Inspection date 17/09/2008 Inspector Rachael Flesher

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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 September 2002. She lives with her son aged nine years and daughter aged 12 years in a semi-detached house in a quiet area of Ripon. The whole of the ground floor and upstairs bathroom are used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outdoor play. There are local shops, parks and a primary school within walking distance.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register to care for a maximum of three children under full-time school age, and on the Compulsory and Voluntary Childcare Register to care for a further three children from full-time school age to eight years.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder has a level 3 Diploma in Home-based Childcare.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has good knowledge of each child's unique interests and needs and these are provided for in a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment. As a result children are generally making good progress in their learning and development in relation to their starting points. Strong partnerships with parents, the local school and other agencies further support children's individual needs. Children's welfare is fully promoted as the childminder provides excellent opportunities for children to learn about being healthy and keeping themselves safe. Effective steps are taken by the childminder to evaluate the provision and identify targets for future improvement that build on the good practice in place.

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further?

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

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further?

 further develop opportunites for children to write for a purpose and to practice and extend their numeracy skills in a broad range of contexts  continue to develop systems for observing and assessing children's learning and development to identify and plan for children's next steps in learning

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provision

Documentation required for the safe and efficient management of the setting is well organised and ensures all children are safeguarded, included and their needs met. Policies and procedures are clear, comprehensive, frequently reviewed and shared with parents. Risk assessments are thorough and regularly updated ensuring children's safety and eliminating risks. For example, these have been updated to account for the recent risk of local flooding. The steps taken to promote children's health and well-being are highly effective as good hygiene practices are promoted and the childminder has recently accessed food hygiene This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 training and registered as a food business.

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provision

Self evaluation systems take into account the views of parents and children and are effective in evaluating practice, identifying strengths and areas for improvement and in setting appropriate targets for further improvement. The childminder is committed to her own professional development and has completed a level 3 Diploma in Home-based Childcare and accesses training and support through her local authority.

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provision

Parents are very happy with the service provided. The childminder works in partnership with parents, sharing and gathering information, offering support for extending learning in the home and involving them in their child's continuous learning and development. Detailed information is gathered from parents when a child first starts at the setting which ensures the childminder has a clear understanding of children's individual needs, interests and starting points. Older children help produce a regular newsletter for parents, detailing what the children have been doing. The most recent included a piece about their Olympic event they organised. The setting also liaises with other providers and services as appropriate to ensure children receive the support they need.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are happy and settled. The childminder has established clear boundaries for behaviour, children receive lots of positive praise and achievements are celebrated. They are made to feel valued at the setting as they assist with preparing food, setting the table and helping in the garden. Consistent positive interactions enable children to feel secure and help them thrive in their learning. For example, a child snuggles up to the childminder as they engage in reading a range of books and giggles as she tickles the child's feet.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder tunes into children's interests and responds appropriately. Their needs and stages of development are considered when planning enjoyable experiences across the six areas of learning to help them progress towards the early learning goals. However, opportunities for children to write for a purpose and to practice and extend their numeracy skills are limited. Systems for observing, recording and assessing children's play, learning and development are in place. All children have a daily diary and a development and learning record to which parents are encouraged to contribute. However, systems for planning for children's next steps in learning are not fully developed.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The learning environment gives all children the opportunity to make independent choices and select from a range of activities and equipment to pursue their own interests and motivate their learning. Adult led activities are also provided. For example, children bake, paint, glue and play with musical instruments. Activities are adapted so children of all ages and abilities can take part.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder cooks a range of healthy meals including food traditional to other cultures and the children enjoy re-enacting this in the home corner, where a range of cooking implements and play food are provided. Further resources, such as This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 dressing up outfits and dolls also help children to learn about the diverse society we live in and the wider world.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are provided with outstanding opportunities to learn about being healthy. They are taught to adopt good hygiene practices and are provided with a healthy choice of snacks and meals. The childminder has seasonal fruit and vegetables delivered from a local organic farm which the children enjoy investigating. Children grow and eat their own fruit and vegetables, such as courgettes, beans, pumpkins, strawberries and herbs, which helps to develop their knowledge and understanding of the world. There are many opportunities for physical activity and outdoor learning. They walk to and from school, play in the garden, visit the local park, toddler group and nearby sensory garden and take part in music, movement and dance.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are taught to be safety conscious and are developing an excellent understanding of dangers and how to stay safe. They learn about crossing the road safely, develop their understanding of fire safety by visiting the local fire station and identify new risks associated with water when the local river flooded. 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? Good The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement. Good

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How effective is the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement? Good

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How well does the setting work in partnership with parents and others? Good

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? Outstanding How well are children helped to be healthy? Outstanding How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? Good 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? Good

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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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