Childminder in Leeds

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Unique reference number 512045 Inspection date 26/02/2009 Inspector Paula Fretwell

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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 has been registered since 2001. She lives with her husband and two adult children in Allerton Bywater and there are shops, parks and schools within walking distance. The childminder takes children to and from school. The lounge, dining room and kitchen are used for the care of minded children and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There are seven children on roll, four of whom are in the early years age group.

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Description of the childminding

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 good. Children are cared for in a very friendly, welcoming environment in which their unique welfare, learning and development needs are given good consideration. The childminder gives high priority to ensuring that each child enjoys their time in the setting, and experiences and opportunities are based upon their individual needs. Links with other providers of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) are being considered, and partnerships with parents and carers mostly enhance children's development. Children's safety and security are given high priority and children learn how to keep themselves safe in everyday ways. The childminder understands the changes to legislation affecting her role and recognises the need for continuous improvement to enhance the quality of the provision.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop ways to share the children's development records with parents  further develop links with other providers of the EYFS to enhance opportunities for children's learning

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provision

The environment is very welcoming to children, with background music and displays of their artwork, such as their Chinese New Year display and samples of their pictures brightly decorating their play areas. Clear and well organised documentation supports the practice well and assists with the smooth running of the provision. Children are safe because the childminder supervises them very well and ensures any hazards are minimised. Careful checks and risk assessments of premises, toys and equipment ensure children play safely and the childminder is vigilant about children's security at all times. Parents are happy with the standard This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 of care for their children and the childminder communicates daily with them to ensure their children's needs are fully met.

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provision

Procedures for safeguarding children are securely in place. The childminder is very aware of her role in protecting children from abuse and neglect and she fully understands the procedure to follow in the event of a concern or allegation. Information is regularly shared with parents so they are kept fully informed about their child's well-being and development. The childminder discusses visitors with the children and she introduces the inspector to them, explaining reasons for the visit. Secure procedures are in place and shared with parents to ensure that no unauthorised person may collect the children and the childminder keeps a careful record of all visitors to the setting.

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provision

The childminder has a very positive approach to ensuring all children are fairly included and providing a service that is appropriate for their individual needs. She evaluates her practice clearly and is aware of strengths and areas to improve and the recommendation from the last inspection has been addressed.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are very confident, happy and at home in the childminder's care. Relationships with the childminder are warm and caring and there is a lovely rapport with the children. Children giggle and chuckle in their play and interaction with the childminder and she responds promptly to their needs, working hard to promote their welfare and learning. Children receive a high standard of care and attention and the childminder has a very good knowledge of their individual personalities, interests and abilities. Play experiences are well planned to ensure children learn through having fun and the childminder joins in to enhance the learning opportunities through conversation. Open questions are used skilfully to encourage the children to think and the childminder ensures children independently access a wide variety of resources to support their play. Children behave very well and use lovely manners and the childminder uses positive

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

strategies to encourage good behaviour, such as plenty of meaningful praise and encouragement. The childminder deals sensitively with any minor disagreements and encourages children to say sorry and hug one another if necessary. Children give praise to one another and say things, such as 'well done, that's brilliant!' to encourage their peers. Simple house rules are in place and these include 'to have fun'.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children thoroughly enjoy domestic role play and they become engrossed in what they are doing, acting out the parts of mummies and babies. They enjoy pretending to cook meals for their children and they play co-operatively together with the childminder on hand to support and assist their play, enabling them plenty of time to play uninterrupted. Children enjoy small world play and putting character figures in different rooms of a playhouse. The childminder uses this opportunity to prompt excellent conversation with the children and they knowledgeably talk about personal hygiene, teeth cleaning and getting washed in the bathroom and going to sleep in the bedroom. Children's knowledge of the wider world is developed through regular visits to local places within the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 community. The childminder is aware of the next steps in children's learning and

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

she ensures appropriate challenges are available to build upon what children already know. For example, children are encouraged to develop their recognition of letters, numerals, colours and shapes through completing appropriate jigsaw puzzles. They concentrate well and they demonstrate what they know. Children know different letter sounds and they are able to identify words beginning with chosen letters. The childminder helps children to recognise colours and they talk about orange being the name of a colour and a fruit. The childminder is considering ways to develop links with other settings who provide for children in the Early Years Foundation Stage to enhance opportunities for children's learning. The childminder records the progress that children are making and parents are welcome to see these, although they do not yet contribute to these records.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder promotes children's understanding of their own physical needs very well and she fully supports their individual health routines, working closely with parents at all times. Children develop healthy eating habits and they discuss their favourite foods, such as cheese and cucumber. They enjoy a wide range of nutritious foods, and drinks are always accessible to them so they do not become thirsty. The childminder fully understands the children's individual dietary requirements and communicates well with parents to ensure these are met. Children's understanding of their own safety is discussed in everyday ways. For example, they talk about the importance of wearing seat-belts when travelling in the car and what to do if they hear the fire alarm. 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? 1 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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