Childminder in Wakefield

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Unique reference number EY100042 Inspection date 11/05/2009 Inspector Lindsay Helen Dobson

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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 since February 2002. She lives with her husband and two children, aged 13 and 16 years. Their house is in a cul-de-sac in Normanton, and is situated within walking distance of local schools, shops and parks. The ground floor of the property is used for childminding purposes and consists of a kitchen with dining area, living room, bathroom and two bedrooms used for children to sleep. There is also a conservatory which is occasionally used by the children. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The family have a rabbit and tropical fish.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register to care for a maximum of six children under eight years. There are currently 10 children on roll, of whom six are in the early years age range.

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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. The childminder provides a very happy, welcoming and inclusive environment where all children are motivated and well cared for. A good range of resources and activities that interests the children and meets their individual needs is available. The systems for observation and assessment are developing well and the childminder has a sound knowledge of how to support the children's learning and development in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). The childminder fosters close working relationships with parents and other providers, helping to fully support children's development and learning. Whilst the childminder is vigilant about safety within the home and on outings, she does not maintain a detailed record of her risk assessments. Self- evaluation systems to identify key strengths and areas for improvement are developing but are not yet fully established.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop the systems of self-evaluation to fully include the views of children and parents.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure risk assessments are in place and carried out for each area of the home, the garden and for all outings undertaken (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) (also applies to both parts of the 25/05/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Childcare Register)

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provision

Children are cared for in a well-organised, child-friendly environment. The childminder's home is designed to provide a wide variety of stimulating, interesting and enjoyable play and learning opportunities. All required policies and procedures are in place and followed to ensure children's welfare is effectively safeguarded and promoted. The childminder is committed to improving her knowledge of the EYFS and has undertaken additional training courses. She has addressed the recommendations made at the last inspection and now ensures children have easy and free access to self-select resources. The childminder has commenced a process of self-evaluation; this is still in the early stages of development and is not yet fully effective to ensure the views of children and parents are included.

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provision

Children benefit from the well-established relationships in place between the childminder and their parents. They work closely together and share plenty of information, both verbally and in daily diaries, which positively impacts on children's care, welfare, development and learning. The childminder has required documentation in place and it is accurately maintained. This helps contribute to the children's health, safety and well-being as well as the efficient running of her childminding business.

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provision

Children's safety and welfare are given high importance. The childminder conducts risk assessments and is vigilant in protecting children from hazards both inside and outside the home. However, the record of risk assessments is not sufficiently robust for the outings undertaken with the children. Children are further safeguarded as the childminder has a clear understanding of child protection policies and procedures. She is aware of her role and responsibility to protect the children in her care. Parents are made aware of her child protection policy so that they know what action she will take if she has any concerns.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are happy and settled in the childminder's care. They demonstrate a secure bond with the childminder, readily approaching her and happy for her to join in their play. Children are keen to explore the toys and activities on offer and spend time engaged in self-chosen play, for example, playing with the dried pasta and the jigsaws. The childminder responds well to the children, getting down to their level to engage them in their play. She interacts well with them, encouraging their language skills. For example, when looking at a book together the childminder repeats recognised words and the children copy her. This helps build on children's confidence in communicating and developing new vocabulary.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are cared for in an environment that is warm and welcoming. They have access to a wide range of toys and equipment that are well organised at a low level to encourage them to choose those they wish to play with, which they do This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 with confidence. Children are provided with a range of activities that promote their development appropriately in all areas of learning. The childminder has started to observe children during their play; she uses these observations to assess children's progress and identify their next steps in learning.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are encouraged to develop their understanding of how to keep safe, both in the home and when out. The childminder reinforces the rules needed to promote their safety and children adhere to these, for example, crossing the road safely. The evacuation plan is practised with the children and this helps them understand the procedures to be followed should a fire occur. Children develop their awareness of healthy eating through the conversations they have with the childminder. She is aware of children's allergies and individual dietary requirements and monitors children well to ensure their needs are met. The environment is warm and clean and good standards of hygiene are maintained.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's good health is further promoted through the regular opportunities for them to develop their physical skills and be out in the fresh air. They regularly go for walks in the local environment to school, playgroup and shops. Children play with various toys and equipment in the garden, for example, children enjoy using the slide and have been involved in planting and growing flowers and vegetables. Children also regularly go to the park and enjoy nature walks along the local stream. Children develop their awareness of the local community with trips to meet other childminders, where they play and interact with other minded children.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder supports children's social skills in sharing and turn taking. She has clear and appropriate boundaries in place and this helps children learn right from wrong. Children receive lots of ongoing positive praise from the childminder for their achievements and for managing tasks independently, for example, hanging their own coats on the coat stand. Children thrive in this positive and fun environment. 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: 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 in the early years section of the report (Suitability and Safety of Premises and Equipment) 25/05/2009

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

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 in the early years section of the report (Suitability and Safety of Premises and Equipment) 25/05/2009

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