Childminder in Doncaster

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Unique reference number 317958 Inspection date 25/06/2009 Inspector Maralyn Chiverton

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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 1977. She is registered to care for a maximum of six children under the age of eight years. She currently cares for two children on the Early Years Register on a part time basis. The provision is also registered on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is currently caring for two children over the age of five years.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder lives with husband on the outskirts of Doncaster. All ground floor rooms are used for childminding purposes. There is an enclosed rear garden which is used for outdoor play. The house is within walking distance of local amenities, such as schools, the library, shops and parks. The childminder takes children to and from school as well as to places of interest, and is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the quality of care is good. The childminder has a comprehensive understanding of children's individual needs and generally promotes their welfare and safety. However, there is no record of risk assessments being carried out and fire evacuations are not recorded. Children enjoy learning in a homely environment where effective interaction and well planned activities and experiences promote all areas of learning. The childminder has effective systems in place for monitoring and evaluating her practice to ensure continuous improvement. She has introduced formal systems to monitor children's progress and achievements, although these are in the early stages of development.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure fire evacuation procedures are recored to identify and minimise any concerns which may arise  further develop planning and assessment arrangements to extend children’s learning and plan relevant and motivating learning experiences.

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further?

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

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further?

 maintain a record of risk assessments to include when it was carried out, by whom, date of review and any action taken following a review or incident ((Suitable premises, environment and equipment) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register) 10/07/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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provision

The childminder provides an inclusive and organised setting where their children's needs are well met through her ability to recognise the uniqueness of each child in her care. Children are provided with a child-friendly environment where space, resources and equipment are effectively deployed to promote accessibility and learning for all children. Most mandatory documentation required for the efficient and safe management of the provision is in place. However, a record of risk assessment clearly stating when it was carried out, by whom, date of review and any action taken following a review or incident is not maintained. This is a legal requirement.

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provision

The childminder takes appropriate steps to ensure her home is safe and secure for the children who attend. However, fire evacuation procedures are not recorded which does not allow any concerns which may arise to be identified and minimised. The childminder has a secure understanding of her role and responsibilities with regard to safeguarding children. She has addressed the recommendation made at the last inspection to ensure parents sign accident forms. Targets for improvement as well areas of strength are clearly identified through a formal self-evaluation system, this has a positive impact on ensuring continuous improvement.

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provision

The childminder is supportive of the families for whom she provides a service. She has cared for many siblings and has a close working relationship with parents to ensure children's individual needs are met. Parents have access to an informative parent portfolio which includes all policies and procedures used to underpin the running of the provision, they are very supportive of the childminder who respects their views and wishes. Clear information about children's routines and activities are shared daily through verbal discussion. Effective links with other providers enhances and promotes progression and continuity of care.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She provides a warm and caring environment where children feel confident to make their wishes known. Children's learning is actively supported through the childminder's good understanding of how children learn through play. For instance, the childminder extends children's learning through appropriate challenge and promotes children's language and communication skills through effective questioning and positive interaction. The childminder monitors and records children's progress through written observations and photographs of children at play which are linked to areas of learning. However, there is no clear procedure for initiating next steps in children's learning.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's awareness of the wider world is promoted through visits to the local park and woods to look at trees and flowers and to search for mini beasts. Resources such as jigsaws, books and small world figures ,which include figures in wheelchairs as well a range of colourful posters, promote children's awareness of diversity, letters, colour, numbers and shapes. Children enjoy growing cress seeds This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and take turns to water them. They recite number names and show good concentration skills when lining up coloured pencils in sequence of their colour. Children enjoy easy access to the garden to develop their physical skills and co- ordination. Their creativity is promoted as they select from a wide range of resources including material, buttons, twine and shells to create and design their own pictures. Children particularly enjoy participating in role play with each other.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

They use dolls and prams as well as dressing up clothes to act out everyday situations and enjoy joining in with familiar songs.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are provided with a healthy diet and regular drinks. They have a good understanding of the benefits of healthy eating and good personal hygiene. For example, they talk about lots of fruit helping them to grow strong and why washing hands prevents germs from making them poorly. Children learn about road safety and their understanding of how to keep themselves safe is well promoted through appropriate discussion and simple explanation. The childminder has a clear understanding of the benefits of positive behaviour management and is calm in her approach and attitude. She encourages children's awareness of their own needs and those of others, as well as developing the habits and behaviour appropriate to good learners. 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? 3

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 3 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 (CR5) 10/07/2009

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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 (CR5). 10/07/2009

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