Childminder in Bradford

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Unique reference number 302169 Inspection date 01/05/2009 Inspector Rachel Ayo

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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 1998. She lives with four adult children and teenage child in a property in the Great Horton area of Bradford in West Yorkshire close to shops, parks, schools, pre-schools, nurseries, nature reserve and public transport links. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden available for outdoor play. Pets include two guinea pigs, a hamster and a budgie.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years, of whom three may be in the early years age group. She is currently minding four children on the Early Years Register who attend a variety of sessions. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is currently caring for five children aged seven to 13 years. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association and attends a variety of groups within the community during the week.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good. Children's welfare is promoted with generally great success and in particular they are kept safe and secure exceptionally well. Partnerships with parents and in the wider context are generally extremely effective and inclusion is highly valued and unquestionably achieved. Children make very rapid progress in their learning and development because of a highly stimulating, well organised and child centred environment including innovative resources and activities and overall meticulous individual observational assessment. Systems for self-evaluation are very effective in ensuring continual improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve hand washing routines  further develop partnership working in relation to other providers delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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provision

Parents receive detailed information about the setting, such as via the prospectus, information file and copies of the extensive policies and procedures. This ensures that before placement they can make an informed choice about their children's care. Detailed information is obtained to ensure that children's individual needs are fully met, including particular health or dietary requirements, and there are excellent systems for ensuring that children who use English as an additional This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 language develop security, a strong sense of belonging and are fully included in the life of the setting. For example, a range of displayed words reflect different languages, familiar items are displayed and their cultural heritage is celebrated and highly fostered within the setting. On-going communication is achieved successfully through the parent's notice board, newsletters, notices and displays.

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provision

Parents access profiles regularly and are asked to contribute to these and support their children's next steps in order to promote continuity in learning. However, partnership working does currently extend fully in relation to consistently linking with providers where children attend different settings.

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provision

Children are safeguarded to a high standard. Risk assessments are of extremely high quality in eliminating or managing hazards. The comprehensive records are regularly updated, for example, to reflect new activities, such as the use of sparklers on Bonfire Night and new equipment, such as the wooden play house and physical apparatus. There are robust security arrangements indoors and outdoors, including the use of signs and policies, for example, relating to visitors and safety is given excellent consideration on outings. For example, children wear ID bracelets and in the event of an emergency involving herself the childminder keeps photographs of the children with a contact number on. Up to date training, policies and documentation ensures a thorough knowledge and understanding is held of child protection. Documentation, including detailed written policies and procedures, effectively promote the efficient and safe management of the

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provision

provision and the childminder makes good use of external resources in order to further support her practice.

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provision

The childminder is very committed to continuous improvement. All recommendations raised at the last inspection have been effectively addressed and the childminder is fully committed to developing her knowledge and skills attending a wide range of courses. She fully implements what she has learnt in order to effectively enhance outcomes for children, such as attaining her Forest Schools training level 1 which promotes learning outdoors. As a result of this wizard windows have been made for leaves which children hold up to the light enabling them to see the intricate detail. Parents are actively encouraged to share their views, for example, via the suggestion box and questionnaires, the childminder takes part in inclusion and environment audits and she is currently working towards a level 3 childcare qualification.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children make significant gains in their learning and have consistently high levels of achievement in relation to their starting points and capabilities because of the inspirational and challenging provision and generally excellent planning and assessment of each child. The childminder supports children's learning with her comprehensive knowledge of the six areas of learning and excellent use of spontaneous events. For example, finding a snail in the garden or highlighting the sun shining through plastic bottles containing coloured water which the childminder likens to a disco ball twirling around in the sunshine. The learning environment indoors and outdoors is exceptionally accessible and vibrant with a range of exciting enhancements. For example, letters and numbers are displayed This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 along fencing in the garden and the wooden play house is made interesting with

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

window boxes filled with natural materials and animals to explore. Within the home there are a number of bags containing different items, for example, for feeling, smelling and weighing as part of the post office role play area. Individual coat pegs, labelled with a picture of each child's choice, help to create a welcoming entrance and help children develop a strong sense of belonging.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children present are happy and are extremely well settled, animated and engrossed in activities. Their communication skills are exceptionally well supported, for example, through labelling in the environment and effective questioning from the childminder. Children confidently name and type letters on the inspector's laptop, which they show great interest in, talking about the different letters that a range of objects begin with. They use complex words without prompt, for example, as they say, 'I always come out with great inventions don't I?' or 'the doll is thoroughly clean now' and describe the slimy snail. They squeal with delight as they touch it, inviting the inspector to do the same. Children are highly imaginative as they engage in the interesting hospital and kitchen role play areas, set up in the wooden house, where they use amusing narrative. Children have excellent opportunities to access equipment, for example, the childminder's computer and

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

their understanding of mathematical concepts is highly supported through planned activities and through everyday routines.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

A generally healthy diet and activities, for example, planting and growing and topics around hygiene help children learn about a healthy lifestyle and mostly effective hygiene routines are implemented although children don't always wash their hands before eating. Children effectively learn about diversity, for example, through displays and resources and celebrating festivals. Role play resources, leaflets in the post office role play area and practical activities help children learn to keep themselves safe. A fire made by the children using collage materials is placed in different areas to support their understanding during regular practises. Children have very good opportunities to develop their physical skills and benefit from fresh air and exercise through interesting outings and access to a wide range of small and large equipment. 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? 1 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? 1

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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? 1 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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