Childminder in Birmingham

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Unique reference number 228287 Inspection date 06/01/2009 Inspector Adelaide Griffith

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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 1982. She lives with her husband in North Birmingham within walking distance of shops, schools, nurseries and a park. 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.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for three children on the Early Years Register and is currently minding three children in the early years age group. She is also registered to care for children on the compulsory part of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder walks to school to take and collect children. She attends the local play group and childminding group weekly. The childminder is able to support children with learning difficulties and/or disabilities.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is a member of National Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are highly valued in this setting and their diverse needs are thoroughly met. Children are making substantial progress in their learning although the assessment process is not fully developed. Children's diverse needs are met and their welfare is commendably promoted. The successful partnership with parents contributes significantly to the quality of children's care and learning. Comprehensive links with other early years providers help children to make the transition to other settings. The self-evaluation process clearly identifies areas to improve the childminding service.

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further?

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

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further?

 extend the assessment process to use infomation gained from observations to consistently promote the next step in all children's learning and development.

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provision

All records are available and the childminder ensures that that her practice is suitable by attending several updating courses. Resources are well within children's reach in the comfortable environment. The childminder strives for improvement by adapting observations and assessment of children's learning although these are not fully developed. Additionally, the setting is monitored through regular checks to provide a high standard of care and education. For instance, the childminder has gained specialist knowledge to support children with learning difficulties and/or This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 disabilities. The setting demonstrates a capacity for improvement by addressing recommendations from the last inspection effectively and the self-evaluation process.

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provision

Robust procedures ensure that all potential risks are minimised. All children's needs are competently met and the childminder gives due consideration to requirements which reflect their varying backgrounds. The partnership with parents is very strong and relationships with other early years providers contribute distinctly to children's care and education.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are making considerable progress in the Early Years Foundation Stage due to the childminder's understanding of strategies that promote learning and development. Owing to her enthusiasm and commitment children are fully at ease in the setting that supports their progress admirably. There is a wide range of planned, purposeful play and each child's needs are met as activities are tailored according to their age group. The very skilful balance of adult-led and child-led activities allows children to choose resources and to initiate play as they wish. When required the childminder joins in with activities and gives guidance as appropriate.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The quality of planning for children individually supports their development immensely. For example, the sensory learning of younger children is encouraged through an interesting variety of soft and musical toys. Children remain focused on activities and concentrate for considerable periods. There is a very strong ethos of promoting independence. For instance, they continue to tidy away resources if the childminder has to withdraw from this activity. Children are rewarded with generous praise and this means that their self-esteem is consistently raised. The childminder talks constantly to the children and language for thinking is well promoted due to appropriate questions. Children are gaining a rich experience of the community as they participate in outings to many venues and they benefit from opportunities for physical exercise daily. The assessment process is clearly developing to note children's attainment although observations do not always

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

identify the next step in their learning.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has experience of working with children with learning difficulties and/or disabilities and works with parents and relevant agencies in order to support the children effectively. Parents are encouraged to be involved in activities, for example, they participate in outside play in the garden. There is a long- established relationship with other early years providers and the childminder ensures the transition for children into nursery is supported by written information of their achievement.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's welfare is very well promoted due to the childminder's understanding of safeguarding procedures. Owing to effective practice children are learning about personal hygiene that protects them against infection. Also, thorough procedures relating to accidents contribute to children's good health. Children are helped to stay safe as they learn about road safety and equipment, such as fire guards are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 installed to ensure safety indoors. Children are very well behaved and they are clearly learning the boundaries of behaviour as the childminder explains of how they should interact positively with others. Rigorous procedures ensure that the premises are suitable for children at all times. 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

Since the last inspection there have been no complaints made to Ofsted.

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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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