Childminder in West Sussex

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Unique reference number EY216343 Inspection date 25/11/2008 Inspector Felicity Gaff

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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 2001. She lives with her husband and two school age children in a village near Burgess Hill, West Sussex. The ground floor of the house is used for childminding with toilet facilities on the first floor, and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time. There are currently four children attending who are within the early years age group, all of whom attend part-time. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. Children in all age ranges share the same facilities. The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. She attends a carer and toddler group, and takes children to the library and to play in the nearby park.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder makes good use of the professional training she undertakes, which enhances the good quality service she provides to children and their families. The secure, well planned environment is suitably organised to meet the different needs of all the children who attend. Children enjoy a stimulating environment that promotes their development in all areas of learning. The childminder is proactive in seeking relevant training to ensure she understands the requirements of her registration and to develop her practice. She creates stable, long-term partnerships with parents and works effectively with other settings children attend.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop systems for observing and assessing each child's achievements, interests and learning styles and use them to identify learning priorities and plan motivating learning 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?

 maintain records of risk assessments clearly stating when carried out, the date of review and any action taken following a review or incident (Documentation). 02/12/2008

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provision

The childminder organises her childminding effectively and offers long-term commitments to the children for whom she cares. She works co-operatively and in This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 close partnership with parents and with other settings children attend, in order to ensure continuity of care. For example, where a child also attends another childminding setting, both childminders use the same daily diary. The childminder has a good understanding of her responsibilities for safeguarding children. She is fully aware of how to record and report any concerns in order to protect children from harm or abuse. She makes suitable arrangements to monitor hazards to children on the premises or on outings and takes appropriate steps to minimise them, although the required records of risk assessments are incomplete. The childminder provides each family with copies of her written policies and

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provision

procedures, which keeps parents informed about the care their children receive. She ensures there are regular opportunities to exchange information with parents about their children's progress. She invites the views of parents and children on how she can improve her provision, and this enhances her ability to respond to children's individual needs. The childminder clearly identifies areas where she can further develop the good service she provides. For instance, she is currently developing a formal system for assessing what children know and planning for their future learning, although this is not yet fully in place.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children benefit from the childminder's good knowledge of child development and how children learn through play. She provides an attractive range of age- appropriate play resources that children are eager to use. Children's individual needs are met well. Toys are well organised to allow children to develop their independence and autonomy by selecting their own activities. Toys and games for older children are stored safely to protect younger ones from unsuitable items. Outdoor play areas are planned to ensure children of different ages can engage in challenging physical activities. Children know they are valued because the childminder organises her time to give them undivided attention. She makes good use of everyday play activities to promote children's learning. Children concentrate intently on self-chosen activities. They persevere at completing puzzles, listen intently to the music they can make on the piano, and are keen to discuss their

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

favourite books with the childminder. Children begin to learn to follow a healthy lifestyle and to keep themselves safe. The childminder provides a clean and hygienic home where children are well protected from illness and infection. She ensures children receive the food their parents wish them to have and they enjoy sharing well balanced snacks and regular drinks. Children behave very well at the setting because the childminder makes sure they understand why they need to follow the consistent house rules. 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? 2 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

There have been no complaints made to Ofsted since registration or 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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