Childminder in Leeds

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Unique reference number EY320517 Inspection date 07/04/2009 Inspector Ann Webb

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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

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 three years and is registered on the Early Years, Child Care and Voluntary Child Care registers. She is currently caring for seven children, five of whom are in the early years age group. The childminder lives with her partner and two children aged five and seven years in the Armley area of Leeds. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding and there is an enclosed garden for outdoor play. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the provision is good. The childminder manages her time and routines well and the children benefit from good levels of support. Children learn well in all areas and equipment and resources support their learning effectively, additionally, they are cared for in an environment which is safe and secure. The childminder uses space well enabling the children to self select, make their own choices and make a positive contribution towards own safety and well-being. All children are fully included and able to access all activities, their individual needs are well understood and supported and partnerships with parents are well established, however, information about what the children know when they first attend is limited.

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further?

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

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further?

 obtain information fromparenmts about what the children know and can do when they first start to attend.

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provision

The childminder is well organised and implements routines and procedures which effectively maintain the children's welfare. For example, evacuations from the home are frequently rehearsed, hygiene routines are well established and the home is safe and secure. The childminder undertakes comprehensive risk assessments which are well documented and effectively identify hazards to children and actions taken to minimize potential risks. Additionally, the childminder has a good understanding of the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures, for example, reporting and recording all concerns.

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provision

The childminder maintains all the required records and documents in an efficient and confidential manner. She ensures that she collects details of the children's individual care needs and includes parents in all aspects of the children's care. For example, accident and medication records are signed by parents and flexible settling in periods ensures that parents receive all the information they need This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 regarding the provision.

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provision

The childminder makes appropriate informal assessments of her service through discussions with parents and tracking the children's progress, she demonstrates a suitable commitment to improvement. For example, since her last inspection she has increased the frequency of emergency evacuations and provided resources which reflect positive images of race, gender and disability. These improvements contribute effectively toward the safety and learning of the children.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

All children are confident and settled and make good progress in all areas of learning. The childminder gives good support to the children which leads them to explore and investigate their environment with interest and enjoyment. The younger children are excited and stimulated by musical toys, they press and turn buttons repeatedly, watching with curiosity and pleasure as they master new skills.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Older children concentrate well as they make Easter cards together and colouring in seasonal pictures. They talk happily together and have good relationships, happy to include younger children in their play. There are good opportunities for all children to express themselves creatively and they use their imaginations well during role play. For example, they perform an operation on the teddy bear and know that doctors give prescriptions.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

During everyday activities the children become familiar with counting and using numbers. The older children know how old they are and all children see numbers in books and count familiar items. The children have good opportunities for physical development and are frequently outdoors in the garden using large play equipment. Additionally, they visit the park for picnics and feeding the ducks. They have a good understanding about healthy eating and keeping themselves safe, for example, they make healthy choices at meals and snack times enjoying bananas. They follow road safety advice during outings and rehearse emergency evacuations at regular intervals.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder observes the children during their play and tracks their development with written captions and photographs. These records also include clear planning for the next steps in their individual learning, however, limited information about what the children know and can do when they first start to attend delays the assessment of their initial progress. Links with other providers are appropriate and support the children's individual care and learning needs. 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: 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

Since the last inspection there have been no complaints made to Ofsted.

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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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