Childminder in Derbyshire

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Unique reference number EY297591 Inspection date 12/12/2008 Inspector Jean Otter

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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 2004. She lives with her husband and two children aged 10 and seven years in Hilton, Derbyshire. The whole ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. There is level access to the ground floor of the premises.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for five children at any one time. There are currently three children attending who are within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). The childminder also offers care to children aged over five to eight years. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register, compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children, attends the local childminding group and is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder provides effectively for children in the EYFS. She has introduced a system of planning that ensures all children enjoy their time in the setting and make good progress towards the early learning goals. The environment is safe, comfortable and steps are taken to ensure all children are included and involved in a wide range of interesting activities. The childminder reviews her practice to ensure continual development and to enhance the experiences of the children in her care.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the use of observations and assessments to identify learning priorities and plan relevant, motivating learning experiences for each child  ensure written risk assessments are dated.

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provision

The childminder is committed to developing her knowledge and skills and has attended a number of training courses to enable this. She also attends the local childminding network groups where ideas are discussed and shared. The childminder works in partnership with parents and carers, valuing their contribution and fully involving them in all aspects of their child's care and well-being. There are informal links with the local school which begins to support consistent management of the children's needs.

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provision

Effective safeguarding policies ensure children are well protected and children are well supervised at all times. Risk assessments are carried out within the home and garden, which contribute to the children's safety. However, these are not dated This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 making it difficult to evaluate previous and future assessments. All outings are risk assessed prior to the children going out. The equipment and toys are suitable, safe and there is good space for them to play. Effective steps are taken to promote their health and well-being such as a sickness policy, which reduces the risk of any illness or infection spreading to other children. The childminder uses a self- evaluation system that highlights areas of strengths and areas for improvement.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder interacts well with the children, actively engaging in their play and encouraging them to have fun. She talks to them gently and explains what they are doing, why and what is planned. She engages their interest by building on what they enjoy and gives them sufficient time and attention to support their learning and development effectively. The toys and resources are easily accessible to the children so they can make choices about their play. The childminder balances child- and adult-led activities well. For example, she knows that children enjoy their own space to role play, use their imaginations and that they are challenged by adult-led activities where she can question and discuss the activities. She uses good communication skills, for example, she uses puppets at story time to bring the story alive. The close relationships with parents ensures that there is consistency in promoting positive behaviour. Children receive praise which

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

successfully fosters a positive sense of self.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are developing good relationships and social skills as they go out regularly and meet other people. For example, they presented fruit baskets at Harvest festival to residents of a local nursing home. They learn about different religions and cultures as they colour Diwali candles and families from around the world in traditional costumes. Children are beginning to learn about the dangers they may face, for example, when out walking. They learn about the countryside and how to choose the ingredients for their meals at the supermarket. They learn to mix ingredients and that the mixture produces a cake. Meals and snacks are nutritious and older children help to prepare their meals, which develops a positive attitude towards food.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has introduced a new planning system that covers the six areas of learning and clearly identifies what the children learn from the activity. Although there is a clear observation policy in place and the childminder knows the children's developmental stages, she tends to plan activities that are not firmly based on individual children's next steps. Differentiation is used well to ensure all children can join in with the activity. 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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