Childminder in North Tyneside

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Unique reference number EY307585 Inspection date 02/03/2009 Inspector Sharon, Amelia Robson

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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

Children only attend this setting before and/or after the school day and/or during the school holidays. The judgements in this report reflect the quality of early years provision offered to children during those periods.

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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 2005. She lives with her husband and two children aged six months and four years. They live in a residential area of North Shields, North Tyneside, and the property is within walking distance to local schools, parks and transport links. Children have access to the whole of the ground floor, the first floor bathroom and children's bedrooms. There is an enclosed rear garden available for outdoor play. The family have a pet rabbit and fish. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children under eight years and is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She currently has five children on roll, two of which are in the early years range. The childminder is a qualified nursery nurse.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The overall effectiveness is good. The childminder is very supportive in helping children make good progress in their learning and development. She is very committed to providing an inclusive environment where all children have their individual needs met. She provides a positive role model to encourage children to develop a positive attitude towards diversity and difference. Children experience a wide range of stimulating activities, which take into account their interests and specific needs. The childminder has a good capacity to improve and evaluate the service she provides, and has procedures in place to observe and assess children's progress. She has made very good links with other services used by minded children.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop effective practice in the Early Years Foundation Stage. To fully meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 ensure written parental permission to seek emergency medical advice or treatment in the future is in place for all minded children. (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 06/03/2009

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provision

Detailed written policies and procedures are in place, and all documentation and records are very well organised and confidentially maintained. However, written parental consent to seek emergency medical treatment is not in place for all children. Children's safety is given high priority and they are supervised at all This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 times. Risk assessments are in place, taking into account both the indoor and outdoor environment, including outings. They look at potential hazards and the measures that are in place, which ensures that hazards for children are minimised. The childminder has attended child protection training and as a result she has a secure understanding of her role in ensuring children are safeguarded whilst in her care.

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provision

The childminder is proactive in ensuring her knowledge regarding childminding is sound and as a result has attended a number of relevant courses to enhance this. She has good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and as part of a quality standards course she has completed a self-assessment of her service to help her to develop her strengths and identify any weaknesses.

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provision

Partnership with parents is extremely strong, as the childminder values their contributions and keeps them well informed about all aspects of their children's development and achievements. For example, the childminder has annual reviews with parents to ensure they are happy with her service and to discuss children's development and progress. She uses information from parents to ensure learning opportunities are provided that meet each child's individual needs and at the onset of a placement she takes time to discuss children's 'starting points' and stage of development. Children's daily diaries are shared with parents, alongside discussions about activities and topics children are involved in, which enables parents to support their children's learning and development at home. The childminder has made very good links with other services used by minded children, for example, she shares information with nursery staff about children's favourite

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has good systems in place to ensure children make good progress across all areas of learning. She uses observation and assessment techniques, which are linked to the EYFS, to ensure she identifies children's progress and their next steps for learning. She plans and adapts activities according to children's individual needs and to ensure each child reaches their full potential. Flexible plans are in place to allow the childminder to respond to children's interests and to ensure children are happy and engaged in their learning and play. Children are able to make their own choices, as there is a very good balance between adult-led and child initiated activities. The childminder interacts very well with the children, as she spends time playing with them and ensuring she takes every opportunity to help children develop their skills for learning. For example, while children are playing with jigsaws she asks them to name letters and types of transport.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children make very good progress in their social skills, as they have regular opportunities to attend indoor activity centres. They also participate in a lot of physical outdoor activities, including playing ball games on the local field, feeding the ducks and outings to the park. Children visit the local library and have opportunities to select their own books and enjoy 'story-time'. They regularly use a laptop computer, having access to relevant games and electronic jigsaws, giving them great opportunities to develop their hand eye co-ordination. There is a very This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 wide range of books and resources that show positive images of diversity and difference. As well as celebrating cultural festivals and events, for example, the childminder took children to visit 'China Town' to watch the parades to celebrate the Chinese new year.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Good health and well-being are promoted as the childminder uses her detailed information on children's dietary and health needs appropriately. There are comprehensive written health and welfare policies and procedures in place, all of which are shared with parents. Hygiene procedures are promoted as the childminder encourages children to wash hands at appropriate times and they discuss the reason for doing so. Healthy and nutritious meals and snacks are provided and children have regular opportunities to participate in cooking sessions, making 'smoothies', fruit salads and bread. Children have good knowledge of safety while in the home and when out and about the childminder discusses how to stay safe when crossing the road, and they all sing a 'stop, look and listen' song.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are extremely happy and settled in the childminder's home. She is very responsive to their needs and ensures they feel comfortable and secure whilst in her care. Children are very well behaved, they have very good manners and respond well to the childminder's routines and boundaries. They happily help with setting up and clearing away activities and respond very well to the praise and encouragement given by the childminder. She encourages children to share, take turns and respect each other from the positive role modelling she provides. 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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