Childminder in Warwickshire

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Unique reference number EY302741 Inspection date 19/03/2009 Inspector Lucy Showell

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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 and four children in a residential area of Kenilworth. The whole of the downstairs of the childminder’s house is used for is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The family have a lizard who is housed upstairs, a pet dog and two tanks of tropical fish.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register to care for five children at any one time. There are currently two children attending who are within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and two children from five years upwards who attend on a part-time basis.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder has procedures to support children with learning difficulties and/or disabilities, and who speak English as an additional language. She is a member of the National Childminding Association and is able to take and collect children from local schools and pre-schools.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory. The childminder provides a warm and relaxed environment where all parents and children are welcomed and valued. Children's individuality is recognised by the childminder who obtains useful information regarding individual requirements to ensure their needs are inclusively met. Children make satisfactory progress in their learning as they enjoy a variety of stimulating activities supported by effective interaction with the childminder and their peers. The childminder demonstrates some capacity for continuous improvement through identifying training needs; however, she does not have a clear understanding of several aspects of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

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further?

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

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further?

 use systematic observations and assessments of each child's achievements, interests and learning styles, to identify learning priorities and plan relevant and motivating learning experiences which match the expectations of the early learning goals  develop an up-to-date understanding of safeguarding children issues in line with the Local Safeguarding Children Board (LSCB) guidance and procedures.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure written parental permission is requested to the seeking of any necessary emergency medical advice or treatment in the future (Safeguarding and welfare) 02/04/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  maintain 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). 02/04/2009

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provision

The childminder understands her responsibilities with regard to conditions of registration and how to meet the welfare requirements, although her knowledge of the EYFS documentation is limited. Some self-evaluation and monitoring systems are used and the childminder shows a keen interest in developing her skills and knowledge further. For example, she is in the process of completing a recognised childcare qualification and has recently updated her first aid training.

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provision

Space and resources are organised appropriately and the childminder checks her home regularly to ensure hazards are kept to a minimum. For example, the house is secure and equipment is suitable and safe for the ages of children attending. However, a record of the risk assessments carried out is not maintained. She has some awareness of her responsibilities with issues relating to child protection, such as recording and reporting suspicious marks, although she does not have up-to- date information of the procedures to follow in line with the Local Safeguarding Children Board’s guidance.

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provision

Parents are happy with the childminder and have written references to support their views and share these with prospective parents. Useful information is obtained from parents before care commences regarding children's health and welfare needs and daily news is shared effectively. Some appropriate documentation such as contracts and records of attendance, accidents and medication are in place. However, there are no written parental consents to the seeking of any necessary emergency medical advice or treatment in the future.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are confident and settled in this fun and child-centred environment. Their health needs are met through positive encouragement with regard to personal hygiene, plenty of physical play, suitable snacks, such as fresh fruit and cereal bars and have regular drinks through the day to ensure they are nourished and hydrated. The appropriate storage of resources enables them to self-select from the range of toys available which are age-appropriate and promote some positive images of diversity. The childminder adopts a calm approach to the children. She encourages good behaviour through gentle reminders during play and opportunities to share and take turns with favourite resources. She is aware of the differing levels of children’s understanding and talks quietly to older children whilst cuddling others who are restless or tired.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

During play and through discussions with parents, the childminder recognises children’s progress and developmental milestones. However, she is unaware of the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 learning and development requirements within the EYFS framework. As a result, the assessment arrangements and educational programme are informal and do not relate to the six areas of learning and development.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates adequate knowledge of the children in her care and provides a suitable balance of adult-led and freely-chosen or child-initiated activities. Indoors, children play with a large variety of activity toys, board games and construction bricks. They enjoy active games such as ‘Simon Says’ and ‘Monkey Chase’ and the childminder offers lively interaction with the children responding positively to their actions. They have opportunities to explore creative materials as they draw, paint and stick making cards and creations for special occasions. Outdoor opportunities are delivered within the child-friendly garden where they use the slide, select from a range of resources such as balls and skateboards for older children, and catch bubbles as they run around. The childminder meets with other childminders to provide further social experiences for children and to enjoy some opportunities to develop an understanding of the local

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

community. 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? 3 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? 3

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 3 How well are children helped to be healthy? 3 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 3 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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 ensure a written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse or neglect is in place and shared with parents (Arrangements for safeguarding children) 02/04/2009  ensure a written statement of procedures to be followed in relation to complaints is in place and shared with parents (Procedures for dealing with complaints). 02/04/2009

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified on the compulsory part of the Childcare Register (Arrangements for safeguarding children) 02/04/2009  take action as specified on the compulsory part of the Childcare Register (Procedures for dealing with complaints). 02/04/2009 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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