Childminder in Wirral

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Unique reference number EY385025 Inspection date 12/06/2009 Inspector Elaine Murray

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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 2008. She lives with her adult son and seven- year-old child in Bebington, Wirral. The whole of the ground floor and upstairs bathroom of the house is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden for outdoor play. The family has a pet dog.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time. The provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There is currently one child attending who is within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the quality of the provision is satisfactory. The childminder establishes warm, positive relationships with children and promotes their welfare and learning appropriately. She values and includes children and works well with parents to meet children's individual needs. The childminder has begun to evaluate her provision and has a satisfactory understanding of the strengths of her provision and areas for development. She has identified the need to develop her knowledge and understanding of the six areas of learning and early learning goals in order to more effectively plan and assess children’s progress.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop knowledge and understanding of the six areas of learning and early learning goals in order to more effectively plan and assess children’s progress further develop methods of self-evaluation to identify strengths and priorities for development that will improve the quality of provision for all children.

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provision

The childminder organises space and resources appropriately to create a bright and welcoming environment in which children can feel secure. She provides a daily routine, which allows children to experience a variety of activities and outings. Children benefit from a high level of attention as the childminder does not care for the maximum number of children she is registered to care for. The childminder has begun to reflect on her practice, but has not yet developed methods to regularly evaluate her provision. She had identified her strength in forming positive relationships with the children she cares for. She understands that she needs to further develop her knowledge and understanding of the six areas of learning and early learning goals. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder shows commitment to improving the quality of her provision. Since registration, she has attended training relating to food hygiene, safeguarding

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provision

and the EYFS. This has a positive effect on children's welfare and learning. The childminder has a satisfactory awareness of equal opportunities issues and positively values and includes children. The childminder establishes positive relationships with parents and requests information from them about their children's interests and capabilities. Information is shared through verbal feedback at handover times. Through the childminder's broad range of written policies and procedures, parents have a clear understanding of how her service works in practice.

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provision

The childminder has a sound awareness of safety issues and has carried out a risk assessment of the premises, which is regularly reviewed. Children are protected as the childminder has a good knowledge of the signs and symptoms of child abuse and the procedures to be followed. She has attended recent training in this area to develop her knowledge and understanding.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder's warm, caring approach ensures that children are happy and settled in her care. Children enjoy their time in the welcoming, comfortable environment where a range of toys is available at child height. Babies enjoy exploring different toys and show excitement as they explore simple technology by pushing buttons, which make different sounds. Their language skills are developed as the childminder responds to babies’ communications. Babies enjoy stretching and rolling on a mat, and reaching for toys. The childminder responds to babies’ needs for comfort and reassurance, talking gently and holding them closely. This promotes their emotional well-being.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has a sound knowledge of the EYFS learning and development requirements and is developing her knowledge of the six areas of learning and early learning goals. She knows the capabilities of the children in her care and has recently introduced a system for observing and assessing children's learning. Her observations are appropriately used to plan children’s next steps. As a result, children make sound progress in their learning. Children benefit from the opportunities to develop learning through indoor and outdoor play. They have daily visits to the local park and the outdoor space is used on a regular basis. This helps to promote children's good health. The childminder ensures that children feel valued and included and that their individual needs are met. For example, she finds out about babies' interests and follows this by obtaining toys and resources that she knows they would like to play with.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Babies’ health is promoted as they are regularly offered cooled boiled water to drink. The childminder has a sound awareness of healthy eating and works with parents to ensure that babies receive a balanced range of food, which is appropriate to their age and stage of development. She provides a good variety of outdoor equipment to ensure that children of different ages can enjoy fresh air and outdoor activities. For example, she provides a swing suitable for younger babies who are not yet walking. The childminder ensures that appropriate measures are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 in place to ensure babies' safety and shows a sound awareness of how to develop older children's awareness of how to keep themselves safe. 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? 3 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? 3 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 3 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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