Childminder in Bolton

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Unique reference number EY246765 Inspection date 13/03/2009 Inspector Alison Tranby Sturges

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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 June 2003 and her provision is known as 'Junglers'. She lives with her husband and has one child aged two years old. The childminder lives in the Little Lever area of Bolton. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding purposes including the lounge, kitchen, dining room and purpose built conservatory. Children also have access to the first floor bathroom and one of the bedrooms. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The family also has two pet dogs, rabbits and a hamster.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children in the early years age group, of whom only one may be aged under 12 months and no more than two may be aged under three years old at any one time. This provision is also registered on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There are currently seven children on roll attending a variety of sessions with ages ranging from 21 months to eight years. The childminder holds a National Vocational Qualification in health and social care and has attended courses in paediatric first aid and the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is outstanding. Children are recognised as unique individuals and receive an inclusive programme of care and education. This enables them to make exemplary progress in all areas of their learning and development. Highly effective systems also ensure children’s safety and welfare needs are promoted to an exceptionally high standard. An inclusive and welcoming service is provided. Partnerships with parents and other agencies are excellent, which supports children’s needs and assures their protection. The childminder demonstrates a highly professional approach to her work and is committed to continuous improvement to her service through accessing training and implementing effective systems of self-evaluation, to ensure continuous improvement.

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further?

To further improve the high quality early years provision the registered person should consider:

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further?

 further update understanding of safeguarding children issues.

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provision

Highly effective systems ensure children's safety and welfare needs are promoted to an exceptionally high standard. An inclusive and welcoming service is provided. Partnerships with parents and other agencies are excellent, supporting the children's needs and assuring their protection. The childminder demonstrates a This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 highly professional approach to her work and is committed to continuous improvement through accessing training and implementing effective systems of self-evaluation.

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provision

The childminder's leadership and management are exemplary, and records, policies and procedures are effectively maintained. She values the diversity of the children in her care by providing many purposeful opportunities to challenge and support them in their overall welfare, learning and development. She has accessed relevant training for the introduction and implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage and uses resources including the Internet, resource library and community services, such as the health and fire departments, to extend her personal development and deliver high quality care and education. The childminder acknowledges the need to update her knowledge in relation to safeguarding procedures.

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provision

Policies are used to underpin practice and are shared with all service users. Meticulous attention is given to detail in relation to safety; risk assessments are robust. Detailed self-evaluation systems reflect the childminder's commitment to identification of further improvements and future personal targets to ensure her outstanding practice is maintained. The contribution of children, parents and other agencies involved in the care of the children is valued to ensure sustained improvement throughout all aspects of the provision. The childminder's approach to the children's health and well-being is highly effective. She provides outstanding practice and excellent routines for the children to practice first-hand to ensure they have a greater awareness of remaining extremely healthy. Following a nutrition and food handling course, the children eat healthily. Children have individual face cloths, towels and toothbrushes which they recognise by their own picture placed

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provision

on their own individual pegs in the bathroom. Fresh drinks and continuous outdoor play provision also contribute to the children's good health and well-being.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has a depth of knowledge of child development and of the EYFS framework. Planning is meticulous in detail and provides an exciting, challenging environment that children of all ages flourish on. The children benefit immensely from an exceptionally well organised, purpose built environment, which enables them to have a sense of belonging. Children are confident and active learners as they explore a superb range of purposeful activities across the six areas of learning.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Observation and assessment systems are exceptional as the childminder discusses in depth children's starting point with parents. She plans activities to meet specific individual learning needs, uses observations to monitor progress and development and assesses how children are progressing to then plan for the next stage of learning. This is implemented collaboratively with parents and other EYFS providers who also provide care to the children.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Photographic evidence, observations of practice and discussion with children and the childminder demonstrate how children relish a wonderful selection of This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 interesting activities, for example, a trip to Eureka for a clown workshop. A recent visit to the setting by the local fire service, including the fire engine, has generated a topic regarding safety in the home, fire safety and topics such as safety in the car and on the street. Posters of the home environment encourage children to identify potential dangers, such as trailing wires and wearing a seatbelt in the car. Children have evaluated some of the activities and comment on how much they enjoy having snowball fights with the fire officers.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children have access to a superb range of physical activities and the childminder has purchased wet weather clothing such as ponchos and wellington boots to enable all weather play provision. The childminder has recently created a light and sensory area enabling children to sit and relax whilst exploring textures and vibrant colours provided by the lighting system. Children are taught care and respect for others by helping to look after the hamster and rabbits. Children enjoy petting, feeding and caring for the pets.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has commendable behaviour management strategies which are discussed and agreed with parents. Positive strategies are employed; all children are encouraged to think of others and diversionary tactics are used to avoid conflicts. Children have reward charts which are also used in the other EYFS setting to provide a consistent approach to behaviour expectations. Children learn about diversity through an exciting variety of jigsaws, books, dressing up materials, small world and publications that the childminder has developed through research and training. All equipment is labelled with written text and pictures. This supports all children with communication and literacy skills.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder positively fosters relationships with parents and other users. There is an exceptional amount of information about the setting and the child's progress and development. Annual assessment reviews are carried out and parents add written information about their individual child's progress, development and planned next steps. The setting is enabling each child to feel valued, safe, secure and to reach their full potential. 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? 1 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? 1

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 1 How well are children helped to be healthy? 1 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 1 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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