Childminder in Nottingham

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Unique reference number 254812 Inspection date 06/01/2009 Inspector Susan Riley

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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 1992. She lives with her family, in a suburb of Nottingham. There are facilities close by such as a park, school and shops. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time and is currently caring for four children, of which three are in the early years range. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder provides care for children during the full working day and before and after school.

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Description of the childminding

The whole of the ground floor of the childminder’s house is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. Toilet facilities are provided on the first floor. The home is accessible to all from the front entrance. The childminder walks to the local schools to take and collect children, but has use of a car for other outings. The childminder regularly attends the local parent and toddler groups and is actively involved in the local childminding support group.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder provides a safe, secure and inclusive environment and she promotes children's welfare and learning. She knows the children very well and meets their needs effectively. The children are happily engaged and occupied in a wide range of age appropriate play activities and experiences. Her practice is fully inclusive because she works very closely with parents to meet children's needs. She has started to self-evaluate her provision but has not yet clearly identified the strengths and weaknesses of her practice.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further the use of reflective practice and self evaluation to identify current strengths and priorities for development that will improve the quality of the provision for children  continue to develop the use of observational assessment to clearly identify where each child is in their learning and plan effectively for their next steps.

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further?

To fully meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 ensure a record of the risk assessment clearly stating when it was carried out, by whom, date of review and any action taken following a review or incident (Documentation). 27/02/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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provision

Children flourish in the friendly and well-organised environment of the childminder's home. They benefit from the commitment the childminder shows to attend further training to update and improve her practice. The childminder is currently completing a degree in Early Years. The childminder has started to evaluate her provision and has met the recommendation made at the last inspection. As a result, children are now kept in a safe environment as the bathroom window has a restrictor fitted. The childminder has a clear view of her strengths. However, she has not carried out a detailed evaluation of the welfare requirements for the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). As a result children’s welfare is compromised because the childminder’s documentation does not include written risk assessments.

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provision

Children enjoy continuity of care between their home and the childminder's because the childminder works in close partnership with their parents. She discusses children's routines and interests before she begins minding and she develops an ongoing relationship with parents so that they are well-informed about children's welfare, achievements and progress. She takes photographs of children enjoying different activities and shares these with parents on a regular basis. The childminder has developed a range of policies and procedures to support her working practices which are shared with all parents. Relevant documentation is maintained to support children's care and to ensure their needs are known. The childminder shows a commitment to providing positive learning experiences and appropriate care for the children. The childminder has a clear understanding of her responsibility to protect children and knows how to implement the local

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are happy and actively involved in a wide range of activities that support their learning and development. Their independence is promoted as they are encouraged to see to their own personal needs. For example, they are very aware of the meal time routines with regard to washing their hands and the setting of the table. The childminder is providing children with activities to develop their skills in all areas and is responsive to their interests, which in turn makes children eager to learn and confident to suggest their own ideas. For example, when children show interest with the puppets the childminder asks if they would like to make their own puppets. The children respond with great excitement and take great pride in their puppet creations. The childminder is effective in supporting children’s learning, she very easily gets down to their level. She is a good role model and uses different teaching methods in helping children learn. Children are settled in the

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

childminder's care and they have developed warm and positive relationships.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

A suitable range of resources are available to promote learning and these are set out so that children can make independent choices in what they do. The childminder helps children to appreciate diversity and begin to develop an understanding of the wider world through the use of appropriate resources, This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 activities and outings. Overall, children develop the skills needed to be active learners. Children are learning to be respectful as the childminder encourages them to use their manners and be polite. There are lots of opportunities for children to make own decisions and these are respected by the childminder. Children are able to feel that their contributions are valued, so are confident to make them. The childminder is very good at listening to the children. The childminder has started to plan and assess children's learning to monitor their

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

progress. However, these are currently not always used to plan effectively for children's next steps in learning.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder is pro-active in keeping children safe at all times, she reinforces good security of her premises. Children learn about keeping safe as the childminder reinforces road safety when out walking with the children. They also practise the emergency evacuation procedure, this ensures they are fully aware of what to do in the event of a fire. The childminder promotes positive behaviour by using effective strategies and providing praise so that children's confidence and self-esteem are fostered. Children benefit from outings and develop their understanding of the wider community through trips to the park, local library, toddler groups and visitor attractions. They are encouraged to walk to and from some events and benefit from other activities which promote their good health and physical development. All food is home cooked and children enjoy their meals. Children are confident to ask for support when needed and their concentration

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

levels are good. The children when playing with the dolls are very caring towards them and they tend and care for them. The childminder encourages the children to talk and communicate and they use the puppets to talk for them. Children are encouraged to make their own marks on their art work and this is respected by the childminder. Through playing games the children are learning about numeracy and problem solving, for example, by matching the colours, counting how many they have left and how many more they need to finish the game. 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 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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