Childminder in North Lincolnshire

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Unique reference number EY315510 Inspection date 04/03/2009 Inspector Gill Ogden

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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 2005. She lives with her husband, who occasionally acts as her assistant, and three children aged five, three and 14 weeks, in Brigg, North Lincolnshire. Most areas of the home are used for childminding with the play room, kitchen and dining room being used most often. The home is fully accessible with a ground floor toilet. There is an enclosed garden suitable for outdoor play. Amenities such as a school, shops, playing field and park are within walking distance and the childminder also uses her car to transport children. The family keep two cats, a rabbit and a guinea pig as pets.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children at any one time on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She currently looks after five children, one of whom is in the early years age range. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association and holds a relevant early years qualification.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good. Each child's individual needs are given close attention. Effective systems are in place to make sure children make good progress in their learning and development. Relationships with parents and others involved with the children such as teachers contribute effectively to ensuring children receive good quality education and care. The childminder has a system in place for self-evaluation to ensure she continues to deliver a quality service.

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further?

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

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further?

 clarify the procedure to be followed in the event of an allegation being made against self or a member of the household  create more opportunities for children to explore and question differences in ethnicity, language, religion, and culture.

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provision

All the required records are kept efficiently to provide a strong framework for the care of children. The risk assessment record clearly identifies the severity of differing potential hazards. Children's safety is further supported through good supervision. The childminder has a very user-friendly portfolio which helps parents understand her service. However, information for parents about the procedure in the event of an allegation being made against the childminder or a member of her household is not fully clear. The childminder is keen to provide as good a service as she can and so attends as much training as possible to keep up-to-date. Recently, for example, she has revisited safeguarding training and is keen to do This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 more on the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder has begun to self- evaluate her practice and identified areas for improvement, such as further

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provision

involving parents in their children's learning and development. She has devised a system to record any complaints parents may make as a result of the recommendation made at the last inspection. All of this demonstrates a good ability to maintain continuous improvement.

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provision

The quality of relationships with parents enables the childminder to meet children's individual needs well. She has an effective transition from home procedure to ensure children settle well and keeps a daily journal which includes what children can do and what they might be having difficulties with. This is shared with parents who are encouraged to contribute their written comments and observations as well as sharing verbal information. The childminder works very well with the school, picking up from them what they are trying to focus on with individual children such as helping a child to listen, concentrate and sit on the floor as part of a large group.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children enjoy a warm and stimulating learning environment. The childminder has created a bright play room where role-play resources are set out and they can find for themselves lots of toys. One wall has a chalk board painted onto it so that children can mark-make easily at any time. Lots of posters add further opportunities for children to learn. Children ask to go out in the garden and they are supported well there to, for example, enjoy the trampoline and see the pets. The childminder is very responsive to their interests and tries to make the most of every activity to encourage their learning. For example, when doing puzzles she suggests that each child picks up two pieces and tries to fit them in and she would help them by putting one piece in. This further develops their understanding of numeracy as well as the usual reasoning and problem-solving aspect of playing with puzzles. A child's interest in a television character has provided the

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

childminder with a means of encouraging children to eat more fruit and understand about healthy eating generally. When children paint they are free to choose for themselves from the range of paint colours available and also to select from a tub, the tools they wish to use. There are good opportunities for children to learn well about disability but less about differences in ethnicity, language, religion, and culture.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has established useful systems to ensure that children make good progress in their learning and development. Children are observed regularly and the results are recorded, sometimes with extra photographic evidence. The childminder then makes effective use of guidance to check each child's achievements towards the early learning goals. Plans are then made for individual children for their next steps. For example, a child is currently being encouraged to speak more clearly and develop better control when using implements such as brushes.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children learn to keep themselves safe as part of their everyday routines and play activities. For example, they learn about road safety when they walk to school and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 about how to use equipment safely when on the slide. An easily accessible toilet with a supply of paper towels helps children to quickly get into good habits regarding their personal hygiene and contributes towards minimising opportunities for cross-infection. As a result of the childminder having a baby and small animals, children show compassion for those that are more defenceless. 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

Thee 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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