Childminder in Warwickshire

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Unique reference number 252037 Inspection date 26/03/2009 Inspector Shirley Amanda Wilkes

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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

Children only attend this setting before and/or after the school day and/or during the school holidays. The judgements in this report reflect the quality of early years provision offered to children during those periods.

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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 1995. She lives with her husband and three children, aged 11,16 and 18 years. They live in Wolverhampton within walking distance of local shops, schools and parks. The childminder uses a self- contained annexe attached to the house for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of six children, three of whom may be in the early years age group. There are currently seven children on roll, four are in the early years age group.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association (NCMA). She has an NVQ Level 3 in Early Years Care and Education and is a member of the Wolverhampton NCMA 'Children Come First' Childminding Network. She attends a local toddler group and a local childminder support group on a regular basis.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the quality of the provision is outstanding. She gets to know each child and their family well, ensuring that the provision she offers supports them fully. She has an in depth knowledge about adapting the environment, activities and resources to ensure all children are fully involved. The childminder has a strong commitment to improving outcomes for children and accesses training, guidance and professional support to promote her continuing development. She liaises with parents and other settings to ensure consistency of care and so that children achieve their full potential. Self-evaluation systems are efficient and enable the childminder to build on her strengths and provide excellent levels of care and education.

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further?

To further improve the high quality early years provision the registered person should consider:

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further?

 develop further the quality and improvement processes to monitor and evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the provision’

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provision

The childminder is committed to promoting children's welfare and supporting their learning and development. Children are secure and happy in her care because she is exceptionally organised and professional in her approach to childminding. She has up-to-date, clearly detailed written policies and procedures in place, that are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 shared with parents to ensure they are clear on her practices and enable them to work with her in promoting positive outcomes for their children. All records are carefully maintained and confidential hence, she is able to tailor her day to meet the needs of the children attending. The childminder has an excellent understanding of child protection procedures and is clear about her responsibility to safeguard children. Policies and procedures are shared with parents so that they understand her role and responsibilities in this

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provision

area. A range of reference materials is available to support the childminder in taking appropriate action in the event of any concerns. Extremely effective contingency plans ensure children are cared for by a suitable person in the event of an emergency. She carries out a full risk assessment of the home and garden and regularly reviews these. Risk assessments are completed on all outings out of the home. Parents are provided with excellent information about the childminder's role and about how she uses the Early Years Foundation Stage to support their children's care and learning needs. They have opportunities to discuss the children's progress books which the childminder uses to record observations and photographs of the children as they play, which helps them all work together to support children's learning and development.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The children thrive as they are cared by an exceptionally organised, committed childminder who is dedicated to providing high quality care. They appear very happy and settled as they eagerly interact and become engrossed in their play and learning. Children make very good progress in their learning and development due to the range of fun, interesting and challenging activities provided by the childminder. These, along with the childminder's dedication to supporting children as they play, encourages them to be enthusiastic learners who are keen to explore. They are comfortable in the familiar daily routines, which are planned to support their individual needs. The childminder monitors and evaluates children's progress, and links this with the plans for each child. This helps to ensure that each child is offered sufficient support and challenge to encourage them to take the next step in their learning. Information exchanged with parents, is used to help the childminder

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are keen to become involved as the activities planned are based on their own interests and preferences for example, one child engaged in train track. They quickly gather around the sand tray, and explore the dry sand using their hands and the tools provided. They enjoy painting the slabs outdoors delighting in telling what they have painted. The childminder skilfully engages them in conversation about the different birds as they watch them feeding from the bird table, increasing their use of language and encouraging communication. They benefit from having many opportunities to explore different resources and both indoors and outdoors.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children feel valued and have high levels of confidence and self-esteem. They receive lots of encouragement throughout the day and their individual achievements are highly praised. For example, one of the children very unsure on the swing, attempts to go higher and higher. Children develop an awareness of our This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 diverse society through using a wide range of resources that reflect different cultures, beliefs and physical abilities. Children enjoy many opportunities to develop social skills with groups of children as they attend toddler groups, commercial venues and meet up with other childminders. They are developing their understanding of the natural world when looking at the life cycle of frogs and birds. The childminder encourages children to develop healthy eating habits and liaises with parents and children to provide nutritious meals and snacks. They gain

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

an understanding of the value of good nutrition through themed activities. Drinks are readily accessible for all children throughout the session. Children have daily opportunities to benefit from fresh air and exercise through playing in the garden, and on walks around the local area. 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? 1 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? 1

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 1 How well are children helped to be healthy? 1 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 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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