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Website: www.ofsted.gov.uk This document may be reproduced in whole or in part for non-commercial educational purposes, provided that the information quoted is reproduced without adaptation and the source and date of publication are stated. Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY300589 Inspection date 06/02/2009 Inspector Deborah Jane Starr

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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 2005. She lives with her husband and two children, aged 11 and 15 years, in Pill, North Somerset. The whole of the house is used for childminding purposes and there is an enclosed rear garden for outside play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She may care for a maximum of six children at any one time. The childminder is currently minding six children in the early years age group; one child attends on a full-time basis. There are two children who attend who are within the compulsory part of the Childcare register and two children on the voluntary part of the Childcare Register. The childminder takes children to and collects from local schools and nurseries. She takes children to local toddler groups and local places of interest.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good. The childminder provides a welcoming environment where children are encouraged to access a variety of activities that support their learning and development and they make good progress. The childminder knows the children in her care well and effectively promotes their welfare. A close partnership with parents and links with other carers takes account of children's individual needs and promotes inclusion. The childminder is committed to improvement, reflects on her practice and identifies areas of development to improve 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?

 further improve the assessments of children's progress by including parents contributions with regard to children's starting points and the sharing of children's next steps in learning with other providers as partners in children's learning and development  promote positive attitudes to diversity through activites that encourage children to talk about similarities and differences.

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provision

Well organised documentation, records, policies and procedures are used effectively to identify, promote and safeguard children's welfare. The childminder has a strong commitment to improvement. She has addressed the recommendations from the last inspection and accesses training to support her in improving areas she has identified for development. For example, she has attended training to develop her knowledge and understanding of recent regulatory changes in order to support her in promoting children's learning and development. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder is committed to ensuring her practice is inclusive for children and their families through close working together to support each child's unique needs. Parents and carers are very complimentary about the care their children receive and the range of activities they are offered. They regularly exchange information

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provision

about their child's learning and development and are actively involved in their child's ongoing learning. Discussion when their child first starts does not always focus on all aspects of their child's development. Secure links with other providers brings about continuity in children's care and the sharing of their achievements and progress. Information gained does not yet focus on children's identified next steps in learning.

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provision

The childminder gives high priority to ensuring children are safe when in her care. Thorough and regular assessments of risks, both within the home and when on outings, ensures children are safe from hazards. The childminder has a good understanding of child protection issues and is clear about her responsibility to safeguard children. Policies and procedures shared with parents ensures they are clear about her responsibilities.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are settled and secure with the childminder. The learning environment is well organised and enables children to develop independence through the self- selection of resources from low-level storage and the setting out of favourite toys at floor level. Children are supported well and make good progress towards the early learning goals. The childminder makes effective use of her observations and assessment overall to identify and plan for individual children's next steps and to promote their learning through activities that reflect their interests. The childminder has realistic expectations of each child and ensures there is a balance of adult and child initiated activities. Children's language is promoted well, for instance, whilst playing with self chosen activities such as duplo. The childminder sensitively positions herself so that children observe her face when she is talking. She repeats children's words to promote clarity and encourages children to develop

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

their problem solving ideas and to be inquisitive through open-ended questions. Children eagerly participate in messy play. They make choices from different sized paint brushes, explore the effects of mixing paints together and are given the freedom to experiment by pouring water onto their painting. Children's learning is extended as they are encouraged to use their fingers to explore the texture and sponges and solid shapes are provided which they select to create repeat patterns. The childminder makes good use of her local environment, such as visiting the library and going on walks. Some activities and discussion arising from social experiences, alongside access to resources such as books and small world figures, provides occasional opportunities for children to develop an awareness of similarities, differences and diversity of the wider world.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder's good knowledge and understanding of the welfare requirements, as reflected in her practice, policies and procedures, ensures that children's welfare is fully safeguarded. Daily routines encourage children to develop healthy lifestyles as they go for walks, play regularly in the fresh air in local parks and the back This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 garden, and enjoy healthy snacks of fruit and balanced meals provided by the childminder. Children are kept safe in the home as the premises are secure, appropriate safety measures are in place and smoke detectors are regularly checked. They are further protected as they practise the evacuation procedures. Children's emotional well-being is supported well; they enjoy close affectionate relationships with the childminder and receive good individual attention. Children respond positively to the frequent praise given to them and the calm sensitive

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

manner of the childminder; they behave well. The use of age appropriate behaviour strategies helps children to understand the needs and feelings of others; this helps them to develop skills for the future. 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 have been no complaints made 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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