Ormiston Shelfield Community Academy

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Unique reference number 135769 Inspection date 23/01/2009 Inspector Samantha Smith

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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 has been registered since 1997. She lives with her husband and three children, one aged 21 and 16-year-old twins. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding. There is a large garden for outdoor play and children have access to a bathroom on the first floor. Access to the home is gained via one step. This is a non-smoking household and the family has a pet cat.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She may care for five children under eight years at any one time and there are currently three children on roll. The childminder attends local parent and toddler groups with minded children. She is a member of the National Childminding Association and the local networking group.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good. Children are well settled and enjoy their time at the childminder's. They are making some progress in their learning and their individual needs are well known by the childminder. Therefore learning opportunities are well planned to meet the needs of the children attending. Good systems are in place to ensure their overall safety and well being whilst in the childminder's care and positive links have been established with parents, ensuring there is a regular exchange of information. The childminder is aware of her strengths and areas for improvement and is currently developing systems for this in order to improve 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 knowledge and confidence in the learning and development requirements to ensure babies and children are supported appropriately in all areas of learning and development  actively promote equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice, ensuring that all children and families feel included and valued

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provision

The provision is well led and managed. The childminder is well organised and documentation and records are well maintained to ensure the safe and effective management of the setting. The childminder is aware of her responsibility to ensure that all adults over the age of 16 years complete the required suitability checks and she has taken appropriate steps to ensure this. The childminder is appropriately qualified and is proactive in keeping up to date with childcare practices through her regular attendance on training courses. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The planning for improvement including processes of self-evaluation is currently being developed. However, the childminder effectively demonstrates the use of parent questionnaires to support her in improving her practice as she appraises the care she gives to the children. Children benefit from the well organised play space

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provision

where they can access suitable toys and resources independently. The safety of younger children is fully considered and the childminder ensures that they do not have access to unsuitable resources.

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provision

The risk of accidental injury has been minimised because the childminder has effective risk assessments in place that cover all areas of the home including the garden and positive steps have been taken to minimise any potential hazards. Extra care has been taken to ensure children's continued safety when taken on outings, for example, trips to the swimming baths, the toddler groups, local parks and the library. The childminder has completed comprehensive risk assessments which identify potential hazards.

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provision

The childminder demonstrates a positive attitude to promoting the care and development of children. She has taken active steps to address previous recommendations identified at the last inspection to improve outcomes. Children's individual care needs are mostly considered and reflected in her practice, for example, babies rest and sleep according to their needs and consideration is given to children's likes and dislikes when meals are being prepared. However, other areas of her provision are still being explored to ensure that children have access to a fully inclusive environment where their backgrounds are taken into account.

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provision

Effective partnerships have been established with parents and information is shared on a daily basis, ensuring that parents are fully informed of the care provided. Although portfolios of each child's work, observations and achievements are kept, these are not routinely shared and currently discussions do not include information regarding children's learning. There are no clear systems in place to gather information about a child's stage of learning and development. Therefore parents are not fully included in their child's learning and education.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are happy and content in the childminder's care. They benefit from the good quality care provided by the childminder. They are developing good levels of confidence and self-esteem as they take part in a range of activities and experiences. They take pride in their achievements as they confidently show off their work products and talk about what they are making. The childminder demonstrates a sound knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and she is continuing to develop her confidence in delivering this. Activities are suitably planned to promote learning through fun and independent play. Children of all ages are well supported by the childminder. Young babies learning to roll are provided with sufficient space and plenty of visual stimulation to encourage them to move. Older children are provided with a range of toys and activities that

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

promote their progress in all areas of learning. They begin to learn about nature This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and living things as they play in the garden. They are developing high levels of independence as they assist their own toileting needs, help prepare their lunch and help themselves to a drink when they are thirsty.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Good use is made of the indoor and outdoor space available. The childminder provides a balance of play inside and out, making good use of the garden as children take part in planting activities and enjoy the freedom of the space as they run, climb and use ride along toys. The childminder makes observations of children at play and these are used to record children's achievements.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's health and well-being are very well promoted through the childminder's sound practice which is supported by the childminder's knowledge of first aid and effective policies and procedures. These include the sickness and medication policy, which minimises the spread of infection and ensures that children receive appropriate care if they are unwell. Children are provided with healthy snacks and meals and can help themselves to a drink if they are thirsty. Their individual needs are met because the childminder requests information from parents and carers on dietary needs, requirements and allergies.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are well behaved. They respond well to the childminder's calm and positive approach. The childminder acts as a positive role model and older children are learning to consider the needs of younger children. 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? 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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