Childminder, Out-of school day care in Doncaster

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Unique reference number EY375784 Inspection date 03/02/2009 Inspector Maralyn Chiverton

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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 2008. She is registered to care for a maximum of four children under the age of eight years. She currently cares for four children on the Early Years Register on a part time basis. The provision is also registered on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is currently caring for one child over the age of five years.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder lives with her family in Tickhill, on the outskirts of Doncaster. All ground floor rooms are used for childminding purposes. There is an enclosed rear garden which is used for outdoor play. The house is within walking distance of local amenities, such as schools, the library, shops and parks.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder takes children to and from school as well as to places of interest. The family have one dog. The childminder has a recognised early years qualification and is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder's highly comprehensive understanding of the needs of the children in her care as well as an excellent high regard for children's individuality ensures all aspects of children's safety, welfare and learning are promoted. Children are provided with a stimulating learning environment and a rich, varied and imaginative range of activities and experiences which extensively promotes learning in all six areas. The childminder has started to formally self-evaluate her practice, but this is in the early stages and does not cover all areas of her provision. Effective links with parents and other settings promote continuity of care and education.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure self-evaluation covers all areas of the provision to identify the settings strengths and priorities for development that will improve the quality of provision for all children.

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provision

Children are provided with an inclusive and welcoming environment. All required policies and procedures for the safe and efficient management of the Early Years Foundation Stage are shared with parents and ensure children's individual needs are well met. The childminder has introduced further policies and procedures, such as healthy eating and uncollected and missing children to further enhance children's safety and welfare. Risks to children are managed and eliminated through the use of written risk assessments. The childminder has a thorough and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 secure understanding of her role and responsibilities in keeping children safeguarded through attending training. Children are provided with an excellent range of resources and equipment which are safe and suitable and meet their developmental needs. Resources are attractively displayed and exceptionally well

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provision

deployed to allow children to choose with independence and safety. The childminder is totally committed to promoting the provision of quality care and education. She has a recognised early years qualification and constantly seeks information to keep her updated on early years issues. The childminder has started to self-evaluate her provision in a formal manner. However, the identification of strengths and priorities for development for all areas are not yet fully in place.

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provision

The childminder has developed a very good working relationship with parents. She spends time talking to parents and gathering information before a child starts. This enables her to find out about children's interests and starting points, she is then able to plan and provide appropriate activities and resources to support each child. Individual assessment files provide parents with information about their child's development and achievements. All policies and procedures used to underpin the running of the provision are discussed at the initial visit. Clear information about children's routines and activities are shared through daily diaries. Effective links with a local toddler group enhances and promotes integration, progression and continuity of care.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are valued and highly respected as individuals. They are provided with a stimulating learning environment which significantly enhances their learning and allows them to be extremely self-confident, self-assured independent creative learners and thinkers. Children are offered a wide range of diverse and exciting experiences and activities which allows them to make excellent progress. These include younger children being offered a very good variety of natural materials to promote their curiosity as well as activities to experiment with textures through a range of tactile materials, such as cooked rice, pasta and cornflour paste. Older children enjoy baking buns and drawing animals from the Chinese New Year. Children enjoy participating in role play as they act out being doctors. They are encouraged to be independent and benefit from the comprehensive understanding of the childminder with regard to how children learn through play as well as the

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

exceptional organisation of the learning environment. The childminder is enthusiastic, highly motivated and skilled in promoting children's learning. Play is extremely well planned and purposeful with an equal balance of adult-led and child initiated activities for both indoor and outdoor play. This ensures children are offered optimal challenge and make excellent progress in all six areas of learning. Observation and assessment procedures are rigorous and effective in promoting and extending children's progress. This significantly enhances the care and education offered.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are happy and settled in the childminder's care and they have developed warm and positive relationships. The childminder takes positive steps to prevent the spread of infection through an effective written sickness policy which includes infectious childhood diseases with accompanying incubation periods. Children This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 enjoy a healthy well-balanced diet which includes fresh fruit and vegetables and have access to a well-resourced outdoor area which helps to promotes enjoyment of exercise as well as physical development. They are encouraged to keep themselves safe through following set boundaries in the home. Children are kept safe on outings through the good organisational skills of the childminder. For instance, the childminder carries a contact card for each child with their photograph and contact number of the childminder and parents. The childminder

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

uses lots of praise to raise children's self-esteem which encourages children to develop the habits and behaviour appropriate to good learners. 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? 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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