Childminder in Derby

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Unique reference number 206046 Inspection date 27/01/2009 Inspector Sheena Gibson

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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 registered in 1998. She lives with her husband and three children aged 16, 10 and 12 years, in Spondon, Derby. The childminder works with an assistant at her home. The home is generally easily accessed. There is a wide driveway and external doors are sufficiently wide to enable, for example, a double- buggy. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding with toilet facilities in this area. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for six children under the age of eight years at any one time. When working with an assistant, she is registered to care for 10 children at any one time.

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Description of the childminding

Currently there are 13 children on roll, of whom six are under five years. Children attend for various sessions, including before and after school. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association and the childminding network. She is also the joint chairperson of the Spondon childminding group. The family has a dog and a guinea pig.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children's care and learning are supported well. The childminder prioritises children's individual needs and their views are given due consideration. She works effectively with parents in order to provide a consistent and cohesive experience for children. A range of policies and procedures successfully underpin her practice; these are also available to parents and the childminder's assistant. The childminder evaluates her practice in order to make future plans for improvement, benefiting the outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further systems for risk assessment to include information regarding when and by whom the aspects were checked.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure that there is someone who has an current paediatric first aid certificate with children at all times. (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 27/07/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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provision

The childminder is highly motivated to providing the best possible care for each individual child. She shows a good level of commitment to developing her knowledge by, for example, attending various training courses and working with other providers, which leads to better outcomes for children. She has a good knowledge of child development and is able to support children's learning well. She makes sure that adults who have contact with children are appropriately checked and has ensured that her assistant has obtained an enhanced Criminal Records Bureau disclosure. The childminder has developed a co-operative relationship with parents, which provides consistency for children. They are offered detailed information in relation to the service the childminder provides and in turn they give the childminder some valuable information that ensures children's needs are met. Parents of young children benefit from daily diaries detailing their routines and

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provision

activities. They are informally involved with children's assessments and the childminder has formed links with the local nurseries to ensure a multi-way system of communication, which supports children's progress.

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provision

The childminder's effective knowledge of safeguarding procedures helps to protect children from harm and she clearly understands her role in reporting any concerns. Risk assessments are carried out within the home and garden and for outings, although they do not state when and by whom the aspects were checked. Routines that are in place ensure resources provided for children are clean and safe. Meals and snacks provide children with a healthy, balanced diet, effectively supporting their well-being. Menus are diverse and specific diets are catered for; they are displayed for parents.

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provision

The childminder has a good understanding of supporting children when they are unwell or have an accident. She maintains a current first aid certificate although her assistant's first aid certificate has expired. Therefore, there is not someone who has a current paediatric first aid certificate with children at all times. Children's safety is effectively supported as the security of home means that children are unable to leave unnoticed and unauthorised persons cannot enter, visitors are asked to sign in when they arrive.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder takes time to get to know children's abilities and interests. She has begun to carry out observations on the children to ascertain their capabilities. This information is effectively used and so they progress well. The childminder interacts well with the children. She talks to them and stimulates their interest, engaging them in the activities. The environment that children are in, particularly, the playroom, is bright and vibrant with one wall full of photographs of children taking part in activities. Children enjoy seeing themselves in the environment and this helps to develop their sense of belonging. Children access a very good range of toys and resources that effectively support their development. These are mainly stored so that children are able to freely access them. They enjoy exploring the environment, enthusiastically pulling open doors and delving into boxes, This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

supporting their independent learning and decision-making.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder purposefully organises a range of activities, considering children's next steps for learning and what activities interest them the most. These are used to good effect as the childminder extends and adapts activities in order to challenge and/or consolidate children's skills. Children are offered activities that support their development across the different areas of learning. They are currently celebrating the Chinese New Year. They talk about the different animals that represent each year, all having a favourite and the childminder explains what this means. They reflect on their own experiences as they chat about a visit to see the pigs, which extends into a conversation about how pigs are cared for and what baby pigs are called. Some become totally immersed in caring for their 'baby' and babble away whilst they put it to bed and replace the covers.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are happy and giggle while playing a game of 'peep-bo'. They also enjoy a quiet time when they listen to a story read colourfully by the childminder. Children are developing good relationships. They are becoming sociable and independent; they are very confident and happy children and enjoy going out regularly to meet other people and develop further social skills. They are beginning to understand about taking care of themselves. For example, young children learn how to safely climb up and down and they learn about staying safe when out and about. Physical activity is effectively encouraged both indoors and outdoors. For example, children play in the garden, visit soft play areas, parks and go for a walk every day. 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 has been no complaints reported 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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