Thorne Marshland Middle School

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Unique reference number 106797 Inspection date 22/01/2009 Inspector Dawn Biggers

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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 1992. She lives in Clifton, Bristol. Some areas of the property are used for childminding.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time. There are currently five children attending who are within the early years age range. None of these presently attend the pre-school during term-time. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She takes children to the library, park and on various outings.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder offers a vibrant, inviting environment where the uniqueness and individuality of each child is recognised and their diverse needs are met very well. Children thrive in a healthy and safe environment through the childminder's excellent knowledge of promotion of their welfare. Children make strong progress in their learning and development. Extensive evaluation promotes and develops very good outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 improving assessments to more closely identify learning priorities when planning the extension of learning experiences for each child.

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provision

The childminder's very welcoming home effectively supports children's learning as this is extremely well resourced with high quality toys, equipment and displayed posters, photo's planned to promote all areas of their development. Children enjoy many planned activities as well as opportunities to explore the environment on their own. The childminder is very committed to her practice and this is highlighted extremely well within extensive training, quality assurance assessment, evaluation and comprehensive review of all areas of her service. Therefore, the childminder very effectively identifies areas to lead to further improvements.

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provision

Outstanding partnerships with parents ensure communications and sharing of information is paramount to children's learning. This includes excellent information gathered related to children's routines and learning at the start. The good sharing of their development within a journal and observations involves them extremely This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 well. Inclusion is significantly enhanced as very good interactions with parents support a bilingual child as words and pictures are used effectively to include all children's involvement in the activities. A wealth of information shares the childminder's very effective practices.

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provision

Children are safeguarded by the childminder's very good knowledge of risk and effective steps to protect them. Comprehensive reviews include thorough risk assessments and up-to-date information and knowledge, for example, about child protection procedures is implemented extremely well. Children become very safety conscious as they are taught about many safety aspects.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are happy, very settled and enjoy well established good relationships with the childminder and their peers. The childminder effectively engages in their play and supports them well and therefore they make good progress and show positive attitudes to learning. Children show good interest in purposeful activities and enjoy their learning experiences. While using picture cards with words written in another language they all engage well taking turns. They identify the animals and make noises for instance, for the pig and sheep. Time is given for each child to increase their confidence, use of language and inclusion. Words and conversations are used effectively to support all children, for instance the childminder speaks French and English to enable a child to become familiar with both languages.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children confidently help each other to match colours and shapes whilst using an abacus. They are familiar with colours such as red and green and share their knowledge and skills with very good praise and recognition which boost their self- esteem. They are very well behaved and keen to learn and eager to share their achievements. Well organised resources are used effectively such as an excellent range of puzzles to extend their learning as more difficult ones are introduced. Therefore children develop their hand and eye co-ordination well with the puzzles. They enjoy creativity using early mark making skills, whilst drawing lines and patterns with the pens on the board. They develop good knowledge of the community visiting the zoo, museum where they share their knowledge of seeing the animals and butterflies. Activities and celebrations support their cultural backgrounds and the good array of resources and discussion promote inclusion

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

and awareness of differences. For example, within the puzzles, and books which include their own choices from the library. Systems have been implemented to begin linking children's good progress to the Early Years Foundation Stage, by using some observations, photographs and examples of their work. The childminder has good knowledge of children's development and has begun to highlight children's achievements well whilst using the EYFS, and this is very effectively shared with parents. However, assessments do not take account of all areas of their learning when planning for their next steps and therefore are not extensive in supporting all their individual needs.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's welfare and health is a very high priority and therefore procedures and practice are exemplary. Children become familiar with excellent hygiene routines such as using their own flannels, tooth brushes and combs, situated within This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 individual wash bags. Activities, discussion and resources such as story books promote their stranger and road safety awareness, alongside regular fire evacuation practices and excellent use of safety equipment. Sharing of new procedures, such as the 'Food and drink' policy enhances parents' awareness of nutritious meals and drinks which proactively support children's health and wellbeing. Extensive opportunities for physical exercise and fresh air are promoted daily, and this includes walks, visits to zoo, museum and playground. Children's good co-ordination is further enhanced indoors by singing, music and movement

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

and using equipment such as the play tunnel. 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? 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? 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 have been no complaints made to Ofsted since 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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