Childminder in Warwickshire

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Unique reference number 201630 Inspection date 09/03/2009 Inspector Tracey Marie Boland

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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 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 was registered in 1988. She lives with her husband and adult child in a residential area in Kenilworth. There are shops and schools within easy walking distance. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. Children are also taken on local outings to places of interest, including attendances at the local carer and toddler groups. The family have a dog and two cats.

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Description of the childminding

There are three children currently on roll. The childminder is registered to care for six children at any one time. There are currently three children attending who are within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), all of whom attend on a part-time basis. The childminder also offers care to children aged over five years to eight years. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and on the compulsory part of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder has procedures to support children with learning difficulties and/or disabilities, and those who speak English as an additional language. There is direct access to the home and all care takes place on the ground floor. She 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 provision is good. The childminder provides effectively for children within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). She promotes their learning and ensures their welfare needs are met, as a result children are happy, content and settled within the routines of the day. Planning and observations of play take place although formal systems for informing parents of their child's development and progress are in their infancy. Information is obtained from parents about their child, however, this does not always refer to the progress the child is making and procedures for the evaluation of the service to maintain continuous improvement are not yet in place. The childminder demonstrates a commitment to ensure all children are valued and included. Clear, consistent policies are shared with parents although some required information has not been obtained. Safety is addressed, although risk assessments are not completed.

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further?

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

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further?

 maintain a regular two-way flow of information with parents with regard to their child's progress  develop systems for self-evaluation and to influence continuous development. To fully meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 conduct a risk assessments and review it regularly 23/03/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 (Suitable premises, environment & equipment) (also applies to the compulsory childcare register).

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provision

The childminder provides a warm, welcoming environment that is safe and secure. She has a thorough understanding of the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures and understands her role and responsibility in protecting children in her care. Clear, concise policies are in place which reflect the care and service provided and are shared with parents. Systems are still to be developed to enable the provider to evaluate and monitor the service she provides and identify any areas of development. Resources are well-maintained and suitable for the ages and stages of development of the children who attend. The childminder values training which she accesses through the local authority.

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provision

Safety is monitored through visual checks, although a record of these are not maintained. A record of visitors is maintained and suitable procedures ensure children are supervised at all times and kept safe. Children settle gradually into the setting and time is spent getting to know the children and parents to ensure their needs are known and can be effectively met. Daily communication between both parties ensures parents are kept informed about their day-to-day care, although structured information relating to their child's progress is not fully developed. The childminder is beginning to develop positive links with other agencies and professionals who may be involved in the care of the children.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are making good progress and enjoy an interesting variety of play experiences that meet their individual needs. The childminder has a clear understanding of her role in providing activities and resources that challenge and encourage children's development. Play opportunities meet the needs of the children and are reflected in the observations that are completed.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Space is used effectively, enabling children to move freely, safely and confidently within the areas available to them. Interaction between the children and childminder is good and lovely relationships have been formed. The childminder is not currently caring for any children with learning difficulties and/or disabilities, but is mindful to individual needs and how activities can be adapted to ensure that all children are involved. Visits to local groups take place, developing their personal, social and emotional skills, and walks within the community enable safety to be effectively reinforced.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children currently bring their own food to the setting which is suitably stored and served. The childminder is happy to provide foods and has a good understanding of healthy eating and she provides healthy snacks of dried fruit. Drinks are freely available. Children develop a clear understanding of acceptable behaviour and receive positive reinforcement and praise for their good behaviour. Resources This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 reflecting positive images of race, culture, gender and disability are provided and children are becoming aware of the wider world through activities and the celebration of festivals. 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: 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

 take action as specified in the Early Years section of the report (Suitability and Safety of Premises and Equipment). 23/03/2009

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