Childminder in Buckinghamshire

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Unique reference number EY291026 Inspection date 12/01/2009 Inspector Margaret Moffat

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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 2004. She lives with her husband and two grown up sons in the Booker area of High Wycombe. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder uses the whole of the ground floor of the house for childminding. There is an enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder makes use of local facilities such as parks, the library and toddler groups. The family has three cats.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder may care for a maximum of six children at any one time. She is currently minding three children on a part-time basis, in the early years age group.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children make good progress in their learning and enjoy their time in the setting. They benefit from the individual attention they receive from the childminder as she deals with their individual needs appropriately. The childminder is becoming familiar with learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and observation and assessment systems are evolving. The childminder provides an inclusive setting. The childminder has started to evaluate her practice through discussions with parents and children and identifying her own strengths and weaknesses.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve systems for recording medication administered to ensure a record of parental permission is available at all times  develop systems for using information gathered from parents as a starting point and ensure observations take account of children's next steps of learning.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure Ofsted is made aware of any significant changes (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register) 12/01/2009

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provision

The childminder has not informed Ofsted of significant changes to the premises. However, a risk assessment is in place and the childminder keeps children safe by This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 ensuring hazards are minimised. Safety features, such as fire detection equipment and stair gates, are also in place. The childminder has a good understanding of the procedures to follow to safeguard the children and has all the relevant contact details should she have any concerns about the children in her care. The childminder shows a willingness to improve through the improvements made since the last inspection. For example, she has obtained a copy of the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures and ensures these are shared with parents. There is also a copy on the notice board.

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provision

The childminder develops good relationships with parents and all relevant documentation and consents are in place. However, the procedure for written permission to administer medication is not effective as it does not ensure this is available on the premises at all times. Parents have copies of all policies and procedures and a good two way flow of communication ensures they are aware of their children's day with the childminder. Daily communication books and photographs are used to show parents the activities their children have been involved in and the progress they are making. Parents report they are happy with the care their children receive and the way they are developing. They are also grateful for the help and advice offered to them by the childminder.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children play in an organised environment where there is a suitable range of toys and resources to suit their age and stage of development. These are within easy reach of the children encouraging them to make choices about what they wish to play with. Planning is flexible to take into account the routines and interests of the children. Children enjoy exploring their environment and there is ample space for them to move around and play comfortably. They toddle off around areas of the home collecting shoes and placing them next to each other by the door. They are closely followed by the childminder keeping an eye on them ensuring they remain safe. The childminder spends her time talking and playing with the children and being down at their level to support them. Children show curiosity as they select items from the boxes, hold them, shake them and push them trying to find out what they do. As the children hold up items to show the childminder she informs

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

them of the name and praises the children as they try to copy. They enjoy playing with push button toys that make sounds and show delight when they make this happen. They press all the buttons and listen to the different sounds each individual one makes. Good relationships are evident as the children approach the childminder with ease and sit next to her when she is on the floor. The childminder encourages the children to share and take turns as they play with a pop up toy. Children's language skills are developing well as the childminder responds to the sounds and gestures they make re-iterating the words they are trying to say. There are appropriate procedures in place to support children with learning difficulties and disabilities. The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of children's individual progress and development and has begun to make observations and assessments of the children's learning. She discusses starting

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

points with parents at the initial meeting. However, she does not use the information gathered from parents to contribute to children's records or her knowledge of their development to plan their next steps. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children have opportunities to enjoy fresh air and exercise as they play in the garden, visit the local park and walk the short distance from the car park to school. Children's dietary needs are met as the childminder works closely with parents to ensure she has a sound knowledge of the children's individual needs. Parents of younger children provide food for them which the childminder stores appropriately reducing the risk to children's health. Meal times are social occasions where the childminder sits with the children and involves them in conversations about their day. Younger children develop independence as they try to feed themselves and

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

the childminder praises them for their efforts. There are effective nappy changing routines in place and the childminder encourages children's own awareness of personal hygiene as she wipes their hands before and after meals. Children develop an understanding of keeping themselves safe through discussions about road safety and becoming aware of the house rules. The childminder has appropriate strategies for dealing with behaviour issues. She is a good role model and children are treated with kindness and respect. From an early age they learn how to share and be polite. 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 provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary 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 with regard to suitable premises, environment and equipment 12/01/2009

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary 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 with regard to suitable premises, environment and equipment 12/01/2009 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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