Childminder in Bolton

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Unique reference number 315460 Inspection date 28/04/2009 Inspector Alison Tranby Sturges

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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 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 for 31 years. She lives with her husband and two grown up children. The childminder lives in the Breighmet area of Bolton and is in close proximity to the local schools in the area and other amenities. She is registered to care for a maximum of 6 children in the early years age range. She is on the Early Years Register, and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There are currently 4 children on roll of these 3 children are in the early years age range.

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Description of the childminding

Areas used for the purpose of childminding include the lounge, kitchen/dining room, conservatory and a ground floor bathroom. Children also have access to an enclosed rear garden. There is a large family pet dog. The childminder holds a National Vocational Qualification at level 3 in caring for children and young people and is also 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. The children enjoy their time at the setting and the childminder use her skills and knowledge of children to develop and maintain their interests. She effectively promotes their welfare and learning. Most policies and procedures are well implemented. Children are making very good progress and their needs are routinely met through the childminder's ability to recognise the uniqueness of each child. Children experience a well balanced range of adult and child led activities both indoors and outdoors. The childminder has good partnerships with the local schools and pre-schools and promotes good quality education and care. Inclusive practice is positively fostered, children actively learn about the wider world. Self-evaluation is beginning to be used by the childminder to enable her to begin to identify strengths and priorities for improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 maintain records, update policies and procedures to reflect current legislation and practice guidance.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure all members of the household aged over sixteen years have suitability checks carried out (Suitable people) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register) 27/05/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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provision

The childminder generally demonstrates a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage, (EYFS). Written childminding policies are in place and available to parents ensuring that they are well informed about childminding procedures. However, the policies do not fully reflect the EYFS. Not all adults living in the house have undergone the relevant checks to verify their suitability as Ofsted have not been notified of changes to persons living on the premises. This is a breach of a legal requirement. However, on this occasion Ofsted does not intend to take any further action as children's safety is given high regard as the childminder has a good knowledge of child protection procedures and ensures no persons who have not been appropriately vetted have unsupervised access to children. Risk assessments of the premises are in place and are reviewed regularly ensuring children’s safety is continually maintained, both

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provision

indoors and outdoors. Effective safeguards have also been implemented to minimise identified hazards.

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provision

The childminder has remained up to date with current training requirements and attended relevant training courses. She has also achieved NVQ level 3 in childcare and has a wealth of experience and knowledge, this enables her to respond well to the needs of children and their families. The childminder is continually planning for improvement and is developing self assessment to identify targets for further improvement such as healthy living and out door play provision. She has addressed the recommendation from the previous inspection by ensuring she continues to develop the existing qualitative service provided to children by attending on-going training.

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provision

The childminder works closely with parents to ensure all children gain maximum enjoyment and learning opportunities within her setting, communication is effective and there is a good two way flow of information. Daily written and verbal feedback is given to parents and children’s individual development files have been introduced to enable parents to gain a further understanding of information regarding their child’s progress. Parents' views are positively welcomed and the childminder initially identifies children’s starting points with them. She also conducts regular visits to the children’s own home to enable parents to contribute to children’s continuous learning and development records. Parents speak highly of the childminder and the care their children receive. The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of children's individual needs, interests and works closely with local schools and pre-schools.

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provision

The childminder takes positive steps to promote children's good health and well being. She has completed food hygiene and handling courses, is vigilant to potential risks to children and undertakes a daily visual safety check of indoor and outdoor play spaces. She combines this with appropriate supervision and reinforces good hygiene and safety practices with the children by discussing such things as germs and hand washing regimes. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder plans a broad range of enjoyable, interesting and challenging activities that cover the six areas of learning. Children take the lead in their play and learning, and confidently make choices from the good range of resources and activities. The childminder is skilful at extending children's learning through effectively planning of topics and activities. She uses observations to build a picture of children's interests and their abilities, and this information is used to plan for the next step in children's learning and development. The childminder has a good working relationship with parents and links with the local pre-school and schools, sharing information about children's learning and development. Areas of learning identified by the pre-school such as recognition of words, colours and shapes are included in planning of activities by the childminder.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children have a lot of opportunities to problem solve and reason. They learn colours, when discussing the charts displayed in the provision. Children spend time playing games, practising turn taking, and recognising shapes and size when completing jigsaws or playing with the cars. Children are very confident communicators, and are able to express their wishes and choices. They know the resources well and utilise them when playing with the materials such as sand, water or crafts. Children are also developing communication, language and literacy skills and enjoy having books read to them or sitting in a quiet area exploring the wide range of books available. Children participate in a variety of messy, creative and sensory activities such as tasting activities using raspberries, playing with dough, sticking or painting. The play provision is well planned and the resources are easily accessible for the children, enabling them to be motivated and active

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

learners. Children discuss home life experiences and can rationalise if the toy car is broken it should be repaired. They enjoy walks and attending the local pre- school. Children happily play with the cars, imaginative resources and have access to good range of resources and materials that provide positive images of culture, gender and disability enabling them to learn about and value difference. Children are confident with self-help skills such as attempting to put on their outdoor clothes and shoes.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has a clear understanding of her responsibilities to promote positive attitudes and to raise children's awareness of equality and diversity to prepare children for life in a diverse society. They are learning to behave in ways that are safe for themselves and others through effective house rules which promote positive behaviour such as respect of each other and their surroundings. Children are able to make choices in relation to play opportunities, meal and snack times, and portions of meals they wish to eat. 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? 3

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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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified above. (CR10) 27/05/2009 To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified above. (CR10) 27/05/2009

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