Childminder in Wokingham

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Unique reference number EY369237 Inspection date 27/11/2008 Inspector Judith, Mary Horsfall

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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 2007. She lives with her husband and two children, aged five and eight years, in Heywood near Rochdale, Lancashire. The whole of the ground floor, including toilet facilities and a spare upstairs bedroom, are used for childminding purposes. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is available to walk to local schools to take and collect children. She attends local toddler groups and she takes children to the parks, shops and for nature walks. The family has a pet dog and a parrot. There are links with local schools and key persons in nurseries.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to provide care for 3 children aged from birth to five years. In addition, the childminder is registered on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The opening times of the setting are 07.30 to 17.30, Monday to Friday, all year round The childminder holds a level 2 teaching assistant qualification.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are happy, settled and making good progress in their learning because the childminder is well organised and sensitive to the individual needs of each child. Children are provided with high quality learning opportunities and resources to help them make good progress towards the early learning goals. Strong arrangements exist to ensure children's safety, welfare and health are promoted. Effective links with parents help to involve them in their children’s care and education, and they are kept very well informed of their progress. The childminder has an accurate understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of the provision and takes effective steps to improve her practice, such as learning more about inclusive practice.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to encourage children to learn about the wider world by promoting positive images in resources and activities  review medication policy and procedures to ensure they comply with EYFS.

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provision

Children benefit because the childminder has prepared and implemented a wide range of high quality policies and procedures. The childminder makes good links with parents to inform them of children's progress and development. Before the children are admitted to the childminder's care, the parents are given a detailed form to gather information about children's abilities, preferences, routines, likes and dislikes. This forms a strong basis to develop children's interests and welfare This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 requirements.

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provision

Daily diaries and detailed developmental files show how children's achievements are shared with parents. A large supply of useful information and documentation is displayed on the walls of the playroom to enable the parents to share in the care of their children. Parents' views are actively taken into consideration and the childminder has used parental questionnaires to obtain the opinions of the parents. Parents state that they are very confident in the childminder's abilities and are reassured knowing their children are well supported. The childminder is aware that all children are individuals and, as part of her self-assessment document, she has identified that she wishes to extend her knowledge of learning disabilities and difficulties. Other areas for developing her practice have been identified in the partially completed self-evaluation form and there are active plans to move forward in these areas.

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provision

Children are well protected because the childminder is aware that all persons in the household must undergo the necessary checks and that children are not to be left unsupervised. However, general consent forms are in place to administer across- the-counter medication which is not in line with the welfare requirements of the EYFS. Children feel a good sense of security and wellbeing as they are cared for by a responsible adult who values their views and those of their parents. Children benefit from being offered healthy, nutritious food and any special dietary requirements are taken into consideration.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are making effective steps in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and show a positive approach to learning. For example, babies effectively repeat sounds and actions made by the childminder to develop their language and physical skills. The childminder has a broad knowledge of the EYFS learning and development requirements. She plans activities to help the children learn appropriate skills both indoors and outdoors. Babies are offered a wide range of stimulating and fun activities, such as treasure baskets and visits outside the home, to help them learn and progress.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are happy and settled in a very child-centred environment. A separate, colourful playroom is packed with a wide range of toys and play resources which are appropriate for the age of children. Children's interests and abilities are recorded by the childminder who uses these observations to plan further activities which help move the children towards the early learning goals. Comprehensive planning and organisation ensures suitable challenges are offered to children to meet their needs, with the childminder acknowledging that children learn at different rates. Children's progress is effectively recorded, using observations, photographs and artwork. These records are shared with parents to help them understand how their children are making progress. Attractive displays of children's artwork help to develop their self-esteem and sense of belonging. There are limited resources and activities which promote equality of opportunity and this

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

restricts the children's learning in this area. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children's' welfare is effectively promoted because the childminder has devised and implemented as series of realistic health and safety policies and procedures. These include risk assessments, fire safety procedures and a visitors book. Children are beginning to learn about keeping themselves safe because the childminder acts in a vigilant manner and talks to the children about issues, such as road safety and stranger danger. Children are well safeguarded because the childminder has a good knowledge of her role in child protection procedures. Children are happy and settled in the childminder's company as she makes great efforts to interact with the children in a caring manner. 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.

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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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