Childminder in Rotherham

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Unique reference number EY383179 Inspection date 24/02/2009 Inspector Lynn Rodgers

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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 2008. She lives with her two children aged 10 and 11 in a semi-detached house in a suburb of Sheffield. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder’s house, plus first floor toilet facilities and middle bedroom, is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. Care is offered Monday to Friday all year round. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time and is currently minding three children all of whom are in the Early years age group. The childminder walks or drives to local schools to take and collect children and attends the local parent and toddler group. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association, has a Diploma in Nursery Nursing and is working towards the Early Years degree.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The overall quality of the child care is good. The childminder is extremely well organised, fully committed to her childminding and has a very positive attitude to developing her childminding skills. Partnership with parents is established and they are fully informed about their child's day and receive detailed information regarding their child's progress and development. Home learning is beginning to be developed through encouraging parents to make comments about the children's education, and supporting and recognising their skills. Children's individual needs are met through appropriate observations, discussions and establishing their individual starting points. The childminder consistently reflects on her practice to ensure there is continuous improvement and is proactive in training and development.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop systems already in place for children's assessment, planning and monitoring their progress  develop a system for keeping a record of existing injuries.

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provision

The childminder has successfully completed the self-evaluation document. It is exceptionally well documented and the childminder has pointed out her strengths, which are many, and highlighted areas for improvement. She has carefully addressed each section in a very positive way and intends to use this to reflect on her practice in the future. There is a rigorous system in place for risk assessment This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 of the premises and outings. The childminder ensures all areas are checked, and any improvements are clearly noted and suitably addressed. The childminder takes every opportunity to further develop her skills and training and has completed many relevant workshops and has suitable qualifications.

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provision

Children's activities are very well planned, documented and clearly reflect the six areas of learning. Children have access to a wide range of activities that support and stimulate their interests and capabilities. Their starting points and next steps are clear and achievable, supported by photographic evidence of what children do. The childminder has implemented good systems for assessment and carries out spot observations during the sessions. She records her findings to help with future planning. She monitors the children's progression, but these are not sufficiently detailed. The childminder ensures all her documentation is regularly reviewed and up-dated to ensure the effective management of her setting. She has a valid first aid certificate, suitable insurance and keeps a detailed record of any accidents and medication administered to the children. There are arrangements in place for emergency cover for the childminder and parents have been given the details.

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provision

Partnerships with parents are very effective, they receive excellent feed back through verbal and written communication. The childminder has implemented daily record and learning sheets to share with parents and has begun to develop home learning. Parent's questionnaires give them the opportunity to voice their opinions and suggestions for better working. Children take home library books to share at bedtime, and the photographs taken of the children are on show. A parent's notice board contains all relevant information, plus, the complaints procedure. The childminder has established a good working relationship with the local school staff and they pass on tips and advice to her about activities and topics. She, in turn, passes onto them any relevant information to enable the children's transition into school to be smooth and less stressful.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The environment is warm, welcoming, very clean, child friendly and children have free access to all available space. Children's activities are very well organised and clearly linked to the six areas of learning. Resources and equipment are plentiful, of good quality and suitable for the ages of the minded children. Children are able to access fresh air and exercise by playing in the garden, visiting local parks, going for walks to the library and shops. Daily routines are established to ensure children's individual needs are fully met. Photographic evidence clearly shows what children do and there are very well presented assessment records for each child. There is clear indication of the children's next stage of development and their starting points. The childminder monitors their progression and uses this information to further their development and plan exciting and stimulating activities.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children’s individual needs are met through discussions with parents and the children, establishing their likes, dislikes, and dietary requirements. All children are included, as they are encouraged to try new activities, and are learning to respect each other. The childminder enables the children to feel good about themselves, This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 because she ensures they receive lots of praise and encouragement. Resources are very well used. The changing seasons give many opportunities to develop activities about growth and learn about changes in the environment such as, Winter when all plants and some animals rest. Children are able to follow rules and adhere to achievable boundaries. They know what they can, and cannot do and behave well. The childminder has suitable methods in place for the safe management of a wide range of behaviour.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

There is excellent interaction between the children and the childminder. They enjoy each other's company and the children are settled and happy. They respond to experiences and show a range of feelings such as, happiness, supported with smiles and gurgles. Children are beginning to develop basic maths from a very early age. They learn through counting their fingers and toes, exploring, making noises and listening to rhymes. Children are able to explore different media such as paint, play dough, textured materials and respond to a variety of sensory experiences such as, music, dance, feeling and touching soft and hard objects. Partnership with parents is established and continued through, daily record sheets, verbal and written communication and shared information. Parents are fully informed about their child's day and education and are beginning to welcome home learning as a way of extending their child's development. They have

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

opportunities to make comments and suggestions to the childminder and she welcomes their input. 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 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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