Childminder in Wokingham

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Unique reference number EY308509 Inspection date 16/01/2009 Inspector Claudia Padfield

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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

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 was registered in 2005. She is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder lives with her husband and two children in Lower Earley, Berkshire. The ground floor of the property is accessible and is used for childminding. Upstairs is access to the bathroom and sleeping facilities. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children at any one time and is currently minding four children on the early years register on a part time basis. The childminder drives to local schools to take and collect children. The childminder attends the local parents/carers and childminders' groups. The family has no pets.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder provides a warm and welcoming environment, setting out the day's activities before children arrive to ensure they feel welcomed and at home. Children are confident and move freely within the setting selecting toys of choice. Parents verbally exchange important information at the beginning and end of the day, this promotes consistent care of the children. The childminder is proactive in attending a range of courses which update her knowledge and enables her to review her practice. This is evident in the attractively presented assessment records that she keeps on each child in her care.

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further?

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

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further?

 formalise the risk assessments carried out  further develop the detail within written policies and procedures  further define the areas of learning within observations and planning

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provision

Through a well organised approach the childminder provides children with an interesting range of planned activities, these are based on themes that the children show an interest for such as teddy bears picnic. The completion of self evaluation enables the childminder to focus on her strengths and areas of her work that require further development. The childminder understands her role in the protection of children. She is aware of the types and signs of abuse and has all the relevant information to hand in the event she needs to make a referral. However some of her policies require updating to reflect her further knowledge through training she has attended. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Through her self evaluation the childminder ensures that children are protected, she develops their understanding through discussion and a range of planned activities that complement the topic. The formalising of risk assessments will act as

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provision

an aid to her considerable knowledge and inform parents about the steps taken to protect the children in her care.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children play and learn in a safe and well planned environment, this enables them to develop good levels of independence through consistent daily routines and conversation with the childminder. Children learn about life skills through outings into the local community and the valued partnership the childminder forms with their parents. Time is spent sharing information at the beginning and end of the day, this enables the children to feel part of the family and truly settle. They grow in confidence and self esteem as the childminder values each child's individuality. Healthy living is promoted through sociable snacks and meals, these consider any dietary requirements. Snacks give children the opportunity to try a selection of fresh fruit and drinks are always available to quench their thirst.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are progressing well, they enjoy a theme related range of activities which are adapted to ensure all children feel fully included. This supports the individual learning and is fostered through regular observations within the assessment files on each child. Children are naturally kind to each other and show concern for their friends' well-being. Older children enjoy the opportunity to care for and help younger peers. This is created through good role modelling and a kind and caring approach from the childminder.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Behaviour strategies are positive and reflect the age and development of the individual children. Valuable praise and positive interactions are used whilst explanations and discussions with older children increase their awareness of right and wrong and aspects of safety. Children enjoy the varied range of activities throughout the minded week socialising with friends and attending a music group and toddler's group. 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

Since the last inspection there have been no complaints received by Ofsted that required the provider or Ofsted to take any action.

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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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