Childminder in Sheffield

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Unique reference number 300382 Inspection date 13/05/2009 Inspector Yvonne Victoria Facey

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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

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 1996. She lives with her husband and their three children aged 18 years, 16 years and 14 years in Sheffield, close to local shops, schools and parks. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding with access to the bathroom on the first floor. There is a garden to the rear of the house, which is suitable for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time and is currently minding four children under five years. She also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. This provision is registered by Ofsted on Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the quality of the provision is good. The childminder has a good understanding of promoting inclusive practice and diversity. For example, she considers their gender and home language when planning activities for individual children. A good working relationship has been established with parents and other early years providers. The childminder has made significant improvements to her service to ensure children are provided with good quality care.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop outdoor play to further enhance children's learning.

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provision

The childminder offers a welcoming learning environment where children demonstrate a strong sense of belonging. She works closely with parents to ensure all children's needs are being met. Parents are included in children's learning to ensure inclusive practice and diversity are taken into account when planning for children's activities. There is a good range of policies and procedures that support the good service provided which are shared with parents. Hygiene routines and policies to deal with children if they are ill are effective and reduce the spread of infections. All accidents and existing injuries are recorded, as well as any medication administered to children, which are all signed by parents. Risk assessments for the premises and outings are very good and the childminder ensures that children are kept safe at all times.

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provision

Children are involved in simple discussions about how to keep themselves safe. For example, they play games that introduce them to road safety and talk about people who help us. There are emergency evacuations procedures in place that This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 have been practised regularly to ensure children have a full understanding of what to do in the event of an emergency. There are good discussions about keeping healthy often prompted by the children. For example, one child suggests that oranges will make the childminder's bad throat better. Parents are warmly welcomed and systems are in place to gather their views through the use of questionnaires. The childminder has completed recommendations from the previous inspection and makes a positive evaluation of her provision to continue to make improvements.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

There is a very good relationship between the childminder and parents. As well as sharing daily discussions of children's needs, the childminder involves them in their children's learning. In addition, the childminder effectively links with other early years providers to ensure there is continuity regarding children's learning. The children take part in a wide range of activities, which support all areas of their learning. As a result, children make good progress towards the early learning goals. Children's personal and social skills are developed well. They are developing suitable relationships with adults and other children and enjoy socialising when they attend toddler groups.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children have opportunities for exercise such as dancing and their visits to the park. The childminder provides sound outdoor activities for children, although this is not fully extended to enhance children's learning. Children's problem solving skills are developing well and the childminder provides a range of activities such as a book of mazes where children enjoy working out how to get from the start to the end.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children confidently share their personal experiences and talk about their family life and the childminder uses this information to enhance their experiences and learning. For example, a child explains that he is going to a wedding and he has a new suit. The childminder has planned a visit the church and they look at the map and find the country where the couple are going for their honeymoon. They understand the wider world as well as their own lives. For example, they can explain where they live and how to get there. They behave well and are praised and supported by the childminder for their contributions; consequently, children develop good self-esteem. There are good opportunities for children to be independent as they explore their environment with interest and choose their toys. They are able to retell their experiences in detail. For example, they describe their last birthday party where they had a bouncy castle and a visit to the seaside with

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

the childminder. 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

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