Childminder in SunderlandOfsted inspection, 12 Mar 2009

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Unique reference number EY381383 Inspection date 12/03/2009 Inspector Hazel Stuart-Buddery

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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). 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 2008. She lives with her husband, one adult child and two children aged four years old in Aldershot, Hampshire. The whole of the childminder's house is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is registered to care for four children at any one time, of these, one may be on the Early Years Register. There is currently one child on roll in the early years age group. There were no children present at the inspection. Local parks, shops and schools are within easy walking distance. The childminder attends the local carer and toddler group. There are no family pets. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the quality of the provision is satisfactory. The childminder provides a warm and welcoming environment. She offers a range of resources that are easily accessible for children to select. The childminder's strengths and areas for improvement are identified on her self evaluation and she is proactive in arranging training where needed. Most welfare requirements are met. The childminder demonstrated through discussion that the learning and development requirements are met, although effective systems for monitoring children's progress and achievements are not yet fully developed.

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further?

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

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further?

 further develop the system for assessing and monitoring children’s development, by clearly linking the progress children make to the areas of learning and the early learning goals and identify what the next stage of learning is  continue to develop knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements to promote the early learning goals and to support children’s progress.

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further?

To fully meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 maintain a record of risk assessments. (Documentation) 26/03/2009

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provision

The childminder uses self evaluation to monitor and assess her own practice and is aware of the areas for development. She has attended basic awareness training for the Early Years Foundation Stage and has measures in place to further extend her This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 knowledge in this area to improve the outcomes for children. The childminder demonstrates an awareness of inclusion by encouraging parents to share information about their backgrounds and culture and adapting activities to ensure all children gain enjoyment from them. The childminder has a sound awareness of child protection issues and of the procedures to follow and shares her responsibilities, in this area, verbally with parents.

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provision

The childminder talks to parents at the end of each day, completes a written daily diary and provides photographic evidence of what the children enjoy during the day. Policies and procedures are generally verbally shared with parents with some written policies. The childminder currently cares for very young babies and has regular informal meetings with parents to discuss their progress and next stage of development. The childminder advises that she completes risk assessments within the home and for all outings, although does not record when these assessments have taken place.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

There were no children present at the inspection. Through discussion the childminder demonstrated an awareness of the six areas of learning, although was not confident about the early learning goals. Through observation and photographic evidence it could be seen that a range of resources are freely available and will help children develop skills in all areas of learning. The childminder talks about regular trips the children go on, for example, to the park, shops and post office. These trips help children to learn about their wider community and develop their physical and social skills. The childminder is aware of the developmental stages of young children. She encourages them to hold their bottle and feed themselves as appropriate to ensure their independence is promoted. The childminder demonstrated, through discussion, that she is aware of what toys and activities will help children develop in particular areas of learning.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder is proactive in organising training to support her development that will lead to improved outcomes for children. She has started to record children's achievements in learning journeys, although, as yet, does not link observations to an area of learning or an early learning goal and is not identifying the child's next step of learning. The childminder has identified that this is an area for her development.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder's home is clean, tidy and well maintained. Through discussion she demonstrated an awareness of healthy eating and works closely with parents to provide healthy, balanced meals in accordance with their wishes. Children are safe and secure while they are with the childminder. Hazards are identified and minimised and children have access to a range of equipment that ensures their safety and independence such as high chairs and large cushions that support babies. 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 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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