Childminder in Wokingham

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Unique reference number EY300060 Inspection date 12/05/2009 Inspector Melissa Cox

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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 has been registered since 2005. She lives in a house in Woodley with her husband and three children aged 13 months and two at school age. Local schools, preschools, shops and parks are within walking distance. The minded children have access to both floors of the property including a dedicated playroom. There is access to a secure garden with a grass and patio area.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to provide care for three children under eight years, of which two can be under five years. There are currently four children on roll, of which three are in the early years age range. She is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. She is a member of the National Childminding Association (NCMA). The family have a pet rabbit and guinea pig.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory. The childminder supports every child so that no group or individual is disadvantaged, which promotes children's well-being and demonstrates her inclusive practice. Individual needs are routinely met as the childminder has a sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), children's stages of development and their unique interests; as a result, children are making suitable progress in their learning and development. Good strategies are in place to manage behaviour positively within a welcoming environment where children's individual needs are respected. The childminder has a developing understanding of the learning and development requirements and has accurately identified some positive strategies to improve her practice.

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further?

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

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further?

 extend planning further to ensure activities are more closely linked to children's next steps and interests  review and update the risk assessment, with particular regard to the outdoor area and outings  develop systems to share information on learning and development needs with parents and other Early Years Foundation Stage providers

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provision

Positive partnerships have been established with parents and are developing with other early years providers. Parents receive copies of the childminder's policies, and daily verbal exchanges of information are shared at the end of the day. She also provides written, relevant information through a daily diary about their children’s care and learning. The provision is inclusive as the childminder knows This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 the children and strives to meet their individual needs. This helps to promote children's welfare and help them to have a sense of belonging. There are no formal systems in place with which to evaluate and monitor the service being provided, however, the childminder has identified what some of her strengths and weaknesses are, and plans to take steps to ensure there is continuous improvement.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are happy and settled and benefit from a caring, responsive relationship between themselves and the childminder. Younger children benefit from the childminder's exclusive care during the day and respond well to the undivided attention. She smiles and talks to them, giving lots of praise and eye contact to encourage their language development and social skills. The physical learning environment gives all children opportunities to make independent choices. Older children select activities and equipment to pursue their own interests such as role play, jigsaws and electronic activities. Younger children are provided with an age- appropriate environment and a good range of easily accessible resources. The childminder is observing children’s interests but needs to develop this further and to relate this to the early learning goals. Spontaneous observations are conducted frequently and these observations are formally recorded and shared with parents

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder clearly knows the children well and delivers personalised learning, development and care, aimed at meeting their individual interests and ensuring all children are included. The childminder has some awareness of the six areas of learning and informally supports children's learning across these areas. Children are involved in a range of adult-led activities and spontaneous events, which support their development and overall learning. They enthusiastically participate when the childminder instigates planned activities for example arts and crafts. They enjoy writing, colouring, and painting and produce some effective art work. Children have opportunities to solve problems whilst completing age-appropriate activities such as jigsaw puzzles. The childminder makes use of the local park and takes the children on regular visits to local places of interest although these outings have not been fully risk assessed.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Clear daily routines are in place, which promote children's welfare. Children are learning about the importance of being healthy because the childminder has good procedures in place to reduce the risk of infection. Boundaries for positive behaviour are developing, as the childminder has appropriate systems in place. Children receive lots of praise and encouragement for their achievements and efforts, which promotes their confidence and self-esteem. They have regular fresh air and are encouraged to eat a well-balanced diet in consultation with their parents. They learn about safety through discussions with the childminder. Safety measures are in place, which teach the children what to do in the event of a fire, and the childminder has fire prevention equipment in place. 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? 3 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? 3

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 3 How well are children helped to be healthy? 3 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 3 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

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