Childminder in Portsmouth

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Unique reference number EY374893 Inspection date 16/02/2009 Inspector Lynn Reeves

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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 2008 and lives with her husband and their two children in a residential area of Portsmouth in Hampshire. The childminder is registered to provide care for four children at any one time. The childminder is on the Early Years Register, the compulsory part of the Childcare Register and the voluntary part of the Childcare Register. At present, the childminder provides cares for two children on a part-time basis, of whom one is in the early years age group. The childminder also cares for children aged over eight years. Access to the property is on one level and schools, shops and parks are located nearby. Children have access to all areas of the home on the ground floor with toilet and rest facilities on the first floor. There is a fully enclosed rear garden area available for outdoor play and the family have cats.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good. Children are very happy and secure in their surroundings and the childminder provides a wide range of stimulating activities to help children progress. The childminder has increased her understanding of the regulations by developing her own policies and procedures and is active in updating her child care knowledge which benefit the children in her care. The childminder maintains documentation well and ensures information is stored securely. The environment is organised well to ensure no child feels excluded or disadvantaged.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop and implement a system to identify the children's starting points to plan and track progress effectively  further develop self-evaluation procedures to include the impact on learning and the children's progress

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provision

The childminder organises her home and business very well and has developed carefully thought out policies and procedures to support her work. She completes an annual review of these to ensure they accurately reflect her practice and current legislation. The childminder recognises some of her strengths and areas for development and is active in updating her training. She has started to implement procedures to evaluate her own practice and all permission from parents is available and up-to-date.

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provision

Good procedures are in place to safeguard children’s welfare. The childminder has very clear written risk assessments in place and children benefit from the high This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 levels of supervision they receive. The childminder has a clear understanding of child protection issues and who to report any concerns to. She has procedures in place to ensure all accidents and any pre-existing injuries a child arrives with are recorded to safeguard children. Children's good health and well-being are promoted as the childminder has all procedures in place, for example, the childminder ensures that the home and resources are kept clean through her introduction of a cleaning rota. Children benefit from healthy snacks and meals, regular exercise and fresh air.

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provision

A good selection of information is shared with parents and carers regarding the childminder's business, as they receive copies of the childminder’s policies and procedures. Parents also enjoy time to discuss their child’s daily activities and general well-being on a daily basis and have opportunities to view and discuss their child's learning records. Additional information, such as photographs and evidence of children's work is also made available. The childminder obtains initial information from parents about children's preferences when the children first attend, but this procedure needs developing to ensure children's starting points are identified and that plans are used to track progress.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and plans a range of exciting and meaningful activities, which ensures children learn whilst having fun. Children are very independent and secure in expressing their wishes to the childminder. For example, as they play with construction pirate ships they ask if they can make a boat. Children use their imagination well as they construct boats from a vast range of collage materials and confidently ask for help using the masking tape. The childminder is effective in her questioning, she is skilled at developing children's language and understanding in the discussions that take place as they decide to use the straws for the masts and curtain rings for the steering wheels. The children develop their understanding of mathematical concept as they talk about the rectangle shapes they have cut out for the flags and put various items in the water tray to watch if they sink or float. Children thoroughly

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

enjoy spending time with each other at the childminder's home; they giggle excitedly as they dress up in costumes and hide obstacles for the other to find. Children's literacy skills are being developed as they search for familiar letters on road signs and use an assortment of books for reference and reading. They have opportunity to mark make as they attempt to label their own work. Children use their senses in a variety of ways playing in the sand and water tray and are introduced to new concepts such as jelly and shaving foam.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder enjoys becoming involved with the children's play and ensures that children benefit from a range of well planned activities. She is aware that sometimes activities are spontaneous, depending on how the children feel. Children behave exceptionally well in the childminder's care because the childminder has introduced systems that are appropriate to the children's age and stage of development and understanding. For example, smiley charts and reward stickers are used and children receive constant praise and recognition for their good behaviour and efforts, ensuring they feel valued and included at all times. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Good procedures are in place to safeguard children’s welfare. For example, the childminder has a clear understanding of child protection issues and whom to report any concerns to, and all adults living on the premises are suitably vetted.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children learn how to stay safe indoors as they practise regular fire drills and talk about road safety issues and stranger danger when out walking. Children develop good self-care skills as they help to cut up fruit and pour their own drinks. They instinctively wash their hands after toileting and talk about the germs they might have on their hands. The childminder plans various outdoor activities and outings. Children visit places, such as the beach, local parks, country parks and museums, which ensure children can be physically energetic and develop their understanding of their local environment and the wider world. The environment is organised very well to ensure children can access toys independently and the good range of learning posters displayed around the rooms enhance children's learning. A selection of children's own artwork and designs displayed on the walls and windows promotes children's self-esteem and sense of

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

belonging. 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 registration

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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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