Childminder in Bradford

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Unique reference number EY381590 Inspection date 03/02/2009 Inspector Rachel Ayo

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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 husband in the Bingley area of the Bradford district of West Yorkshire close to shops, nurseries, parks, schools and public transport links. The whole ground floor is used for childminding, along with a first floor bedroom and bathroom. There is an enclosed rear yard available for access to outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age group. She is currently minding one child in this age group. This provision is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder takes children to nursery and is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Although there were no children present on the day of inspection, evidence such as discussions with the childminder, photographs of the children and the associated documentation demonstrates that overall the quality of the provision is good. Inclusion is fully promoted, and a good knowledge of children's individual needs and overall suitable partnership working ensures that most aspects of children's welfare and learning are promoted very successfully. Children are safe and secure at all times and a welcoming, homely environment and good settling-in arrangements effectively foster their sense of belonging. Activities including outings are varied and interesting in order to fully support children's learning and development, and the childminder's good self-evaluation means that priorities for future development are identified well in order to continue to improve outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 further support children's learning and development in relation to linking next steps for their learning to the expectations of the early learning goals  improve partnership working by involving parents and other providers in children's learning and development.

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provision

The childminder organises her home effectively to create an inviting and accessible environment where children can develop good levels of confidence and self- motivation by selecting their own resources. Safety is well considered to promote children's welfare with detailed risk assessments conducted for each outing and area used. Additional policies, records and information, for example, the use of car This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 seats, road safety and detailed evaluations of fire drills, further support safety procedures. All adults in the household are suitably vetted and the childminder demonstrates a good understanding of child protection procedures to further safeguard children. Records are generally well maintained and kept up-to-date in order to promote the efficient and safe management of the setting and meet children's individual needs.

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provision

The childminder has made good strides since registration and is very committed to the continual improvement of her setting, including attending further training. A grant has been approved by her local authority which entailed the childminder completing the Ofsted self-evaluation form, identifying areas for improvement and how these would enhance outcomes for children. This demonstrates that the childminder has a very accurate view of her strengths and areas that can be developed to further support children's care and learning.

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provision

Partnership working is suitably promoted in order to support children's care and learning. Parents are provided with good information in the form of policies and procedures which cover different aspects of the childminder's care. Required information is obtained from parents and an additional information sheet enables parents to provide further details, for example, their child's likes or dislikes. This enables the childminder to acknowledge their uniqueness and promote consistency in care, which enables children to feel secure. Information is exchanged suitably on a day-to-day basis and in addition the arrival and departure policy requests that parents share any information that may be useful for the childminder to know, for example, if children have not slept well. At present, however, systems are not fully developed in order to promote continuity in children's learning at home and other settings.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are well supported because the childminder demonstrates a generally very good understanding of the learning and development requirements. She maintains annotated photographs and observations of the children to demonstrate what they enjoy and can do. These are linked well to the six areas of learning and expectations of the early learning goals, although at present this information is not effectively used to fully plan for children's next steps.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder speaks enthusiastically about the exciting activities that she plans for the children and documentation confirms that a balanced and broad range of indoor and outdoor play opportunities are provided. A clear strength of the setting is the good range of outings and activities provided to develop children's knowledge and understanding of the world and ensure that they have lots of fresh air and exercise. They use magnifying glasses to look at mini-beasts, the growing flowers which they have planted and cobwebs, and they collect acorns, conkers and sycamore leaves as they explore the environment on nature walks. They observe the river, talking about its flow being fast or slow depending on whether or not it has been raining and make patterns in the snow with their wellingtons. The childminder explains that children thoroughly enjoyed visiting the shops at Christmas time to buy presents for their parents and enjoy visiting local shops and

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 watching the different people getting on and off the train at the station. A diversity scrap book includes photographs, pictures and activities reflecting people from a variety of backgrounds. Children additionally celebrate a range of festivals linked to different cultures to help them learn to value and appreciate the similarities and differences between themselves and others, and access computer programs to take part in activities that contribute to saving the rainforests.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder provides healthy meals and snacks to encourage children to make good choices about what they eat and she explains that drinks are always readily accessible to children to enhance their learning and development and all-round good health. Good activities, for example, growing tomatoes, which children pick for lunch, and vegetable printing additionally help children to learn about a healthy lifestyle. The childminder explains effective hygiene procedures including ensuring that children are involved in good hand washing routines including the use of antibacterial hand wash and separate drying arrangements. Books, activities and discussion, for example, about rules on outings, help children develop a good awareness of how to keep themselves safe.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Baking, making dough and sand and water activities help children develop a good understanding of early mathematics and science concepts and interesting play opportunities enable children to explore a wide range of media with all their senses and develop creativity. For example, they are introduced to different types of music, smell lavender and rosemary, and explore a range of musical instruments, role play resources and arts and craft materials. 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 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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