Childminder in Gateshead

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Unique reference number EY262294 Inspection date 04/06/2009 Inspector Lynne Pope

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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 was registered in 2003. She lives with her partner and her adult child. They live in the residential area of Beacon Lough in Gateshead. The childminder’s home is accessed by three steps to the front entrance. The whole of the ground floor and the bathroom and spare bedroom on the first floor of the childminder’s home is used for childminding. The childminder is registered on the Early Years, and the compulsory childcare and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of six children aged under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding three children in this age group. She also offers care to children aged over five years to 14 years. She also offers overnight care for one child under eight years. The childminder cares for children Wednesday to Sunday from 07.30 to 21.00 for 50 weeks of the year. The childminder has

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Description of the childminding

completed a relevant training course and holds a current paediatric first aid certificate. She collects children from the local school and attends toddler groups on a regular basis. The family has a cat.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good. The childminder offers an open and accessible service to all, where activities and interests are led by the enthusiasms of the child. The childminder plans and assesses their development based on their individual needs, which results in children making good progress in their learning and development. The childminder is committed to the active participation of parents to ensure individual children's needs are met. Most records are in place to support the welfare of the children. The childminder has effective systems to evaluate the service and actively seeks to make improvements which impact positively on children's progress.

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further?

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

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further?

 provide opportunities to help children to become aware of, explore and question disability issues.

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further?

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

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further?

 identify aspects of the environment that need to be checked on a regular basis and maintain a record of these particular aspects and when and by whom they have been checked (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) 18/06/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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provision

The childminder has created a warm and inviting environment for children and parents. Due to the well-organised and child-focused environment, children develop a good level of confidence and independence in their play and learning. The playroom upstairs is set out attractively and resources are available at child height which develops their independence. A range of age appropriate resources are also available downstairs in the front room where young children can play in comfort on the floor. The broad range of resources is checked on a regular basis and is well maintained. The childminder has assessed her service through self- evaluation and targeted areas for further improvement. She has made a strong commitment to improving her knowledge. Several relevant courses which cover the welfare and education of children have been completed since the last inspection. For example, special educational needs and child protection. The recommendation

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provision

made at the last inspection has been met. The childminder has appropriate records and consents to record any administration of medication. She visually carries out a risk assessment of her home and garden daily to ensure that there are no possible hazards for children. However, she has not implemented a written record to reflect the possible hazards. This is a regulatory requirement. All other records are well maintained.

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provision

Good relationships have been developed with parents. The childminder completes a written record of their child's day which includes any activities or achievements. This helps parents to continue their child's learning at home. Systems to assess children's progress are effective and the emphasis is on sharing these regularly with parents, meaning that there is continuity for children and their parents. A colourful record of children's achievements containing photographs and samples of children's creative work provides parents with a lasting memento as well as an accurate account of their children's progress.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has a thorough knowledge of the individual children and their families. This contributes greatly to children's learning and development. The care, guidance and support for children and the standards of their personal development are good. Information is sought from parents about their child's likes, dislikes, needs and interests when they first start. The childminder observes and assesses where children's development matches into the Early Years Foundation Stage over the first few weeks. From this she plans what the next step will be. Ongoing observations are carried out and photographs of activities and art work are used as evidence in the child's file. As a result of the planning, children receive an enjoyable and challenging experience across all areas of learning. The needs of children of different ages and abilities are met as the childminder ensures that resources are suitable.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are happy and settled in the care of the childminder. She works closely with them sitting on the floor and encouraging them in their activities. This enables children to feel secure and confident to explore. Children's language begins to This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 develop well. They are encouraged to pronounce words such as please and thank- you and receive praise for their efforts. They sit with the childminder and look at books talking about the pictures. Their knowledge of a wider world develops as they look at attractive picture cards. These enable them to recall a visit to the farm as they look to see if there are any of the animals that they saw. Physical abilities are promoted through outings daily. They play in the back garden or visit a local park where they learn to manage their bodies on large equipment. Indoors they take pleasure in climbing in the ball pool, throwing or kicking the balls or rocking

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

on the rocker. Nursery rhymes play softly in the background. Children sometimes move their bodies to the music and try to join in when the childminder sings the rhymes.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Good procedures are in place to minimise the spread of infection and promote children's health and well-being. The childminder has a good understanding of the importance of providing a healthy and balanced diet based on children's individual requirements. The routine of the day ensures that babies and children are involved in activity some of the time and able to relax or sleep some of the time. The childminder has a sensitive approach to behaviour management. She encourages them to share toys when they try to take them all, explaining that there is enough building blocks to share. A sickness policy is verbally shared with parents and exclusion periods are discussed. This helps to protect children's welfare. Though no children currently attend with additional learning needs or disabilities, the childminder demonstrates an understanding of how she would help them to learn and develop to their full ability. Resources are available in books, posters and

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

jigsaws that reflect a diverse world. However, there are limited resources that reflect disability to develop children's understanding further. 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

 keep and implement a written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse or neglect (CR2.1) 18/06/2009  have a written statement of procedures to be followed in relation to complaints which relate to the requirements of the Childcare Register and which a parent makes in writing or by email (CR7.1) 18/06/2009

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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 above in the Childcare Register section of the report (CR2.1) 18/06/2009  take action as specified above in the Childcare Register section of the report (CR7.1) 18/06/2009

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