Spon Gate Primary School

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Unique reference number 131241 Inspection date 12/12/2008 Inspector Christine Coram

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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 1993. She is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She may care for up to six children under eight years at any one time. She currently cares for three children in the early years age group.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder lives with her husband and three children, aged 22, 20 and 16 years. They live in a house in the Freemantle area of Southampton. The whole of the ground floor of the property is used for childminding, and there is a garden for outside play. The house is accessed via several steps.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children happily engage in the good range of activities that the childminder provides and enjoy enthusiastic interaction with her. They benefit from her commitment to their individual needs and care to ensure that no child is disadvantaged. The provision is always likely to develop and improve because the childminder is motivated to find new activities and increase her understanding of childminding practice.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop planning for the individual needs and progress of 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?

 develop risk assessments that include all areas accessed by the children and all outings (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 30/01/2009

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provision

The childminding is very well organised, creating a calm and ordered atmosphere where children’s needs take priority. She creates a child-centred environment where children can easily access the appealing range of resources. She keeps clear, effective and up-to-date records and policies, demonstrating a good understanding of her professional role. She also demonstrates a good understanding of safety issues, frequently helping children to understand for themselves. For example, she not only prevents them from sitting on the arm of the sofa, but carefully and appropriately explains why. She has a health and safety policy in place, but does not record how and when risk assessments are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 undertaken or when she reviews them. Children are protected from possible abuse or neglect because she has a good knowledge of safeguarding issues and the

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provision

procedure she would follow if she had concerns.

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provision

The childminder is keen to work effectively with parents and others to ensure that care is consistent and in each child’s best interest. For example, she gathers information from parents before she cares for the child in the form of an ‘All About Me’ document, that includes information about children's preferences and personalities. She continues to discuss the child’s progress and needs with parents. For example, if a child is not eating well, she works with the parents to try different foods and encourage a balanced diet.

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provision

Parents are also involved in the childminder’s process of evaluating her practice, through questionnaires. The childminder is realistic in her assessments. She has made changes to further support children’s health and has further plans in place to provide additional challenges for them. She is currently undertaking training to further her knowledge and understanding.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children’s learning and development are promoted effectively. They benefit particularly from the childminder’s knowledgeable support. For example, she engages the baby in play with resources that meet his needs. At the same time, she suggests activities for the older children and allows them more independence in their selection and play. The resources include a range of positive images of people from different backgrounds that encourage the children to develop an accepting attitude to all.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The children are confident and motivated. Quieter children are encouraged, and more dominant children are not allowed to take over from the others. They are keen to communicate and learn skills that will help them in their future development. For example, a two-year-old cries out ‘I’ve got two!’ when she picks up another child’s cup, demonstrating an increasing understanding of numbers.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children’s development is carefully monitored. The childminder records this through observations, and analyses the areas of learning to which her observations relate. She then identifies the next steps to focus on in their learning and plans a range of activities that meet their individual needs. This is an new system from which the children are beginning to benefit.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are safe and starting to understand the consequences of their actions. Although they are not yet able to control the desire to climb, for example, they respond very well to the childminder’s patient requests for them not to do this. The childminder also promotes their health well. She has successfully introduced a new snack time where the children enjoy a selection of healthy fruit and bread sticks. They know that they must wash their hands before they eat. 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 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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