Payne, Michelle Diane

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Unique reference number EY387699 Inspection date 07/05/2009 Inspector Linda Filewood

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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 husband and two children aged nine and four years in the Seacroft area of Leeds, close to shops, parks, schools and public transport links. The whole of the childminder’s home is used for childminding, with the exception of the bedrooms, and there is a rear garden for outdoor play. She has two dogs.

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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, of whom no more than two may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding one child in this age group. She also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder collects children from the local school. She is a member of the National Childminding Association. No children were present at the time of the inspection.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory. The childminder provides a warm, homely environment and ensures she has a suitable awareness of each child's individual needs through discussion with parents. Satisfactory systems to monitor children's progress and achievements through observation and assessment are in place, although these are in the early stages of development. All required documentation to support children's care and to comply with regulations is in place. Records are mostly up-to-date, easily accessible and stored confidentially. The childminder shares a satisfactory range of information with parents about her service and their child's care and learning. However, she does not have a written complaints procedure in place and this is a requirement under legislation. The childminder demonstrates a satisfactory commitment to improving the provision for all children, including addressing the action set at registration.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop systems to observe and assess children's achievements, interests and learning styles and use these to identify learning priorities  further develop resources and activities with which to promote children's awareness of diversity  ensure that an accurate record of attendance is maintained. To fully meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 make available to parents a written statement that provides details of the procedure to be followed if they 21/05/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 have a complaint (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register)

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provision

Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates that she is clearly aware of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. There is a suitable selection of age appropriate resources, which are easily accessible and give children opportunity to develop confidence, independence and decision making skills. The childminder has identified that she has a limited range of resources to promote children's understanding of diversity. She is working to address this issue as part of the continuous improvement to her provision. A wide range of policies and procedures are in place to support her working practice and she shares them with parents. However, she does not make available to them a written statement that provides details of the procedure to follow if they have a complaint. This is a breach of regulation. The childminder is building a friendly relationship with parents and now has an information pack, containing brief policies and information

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provision

about herself and her service, to give TO new parents. She uses their discussions to evaluate the care she is offering the children. This helps her identify and plan for each child's individual needs and also helps her improve her provision for the future.

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provision

The childminder has a clear understanding of her role and responsibilities in safeguarding children's welfare. She is confident in the procedure for advising appropriate agencies of any concerns. All the required documentation for recording accidents and any medication she administers to children are in place. Apart from the attendance register, which is not maintained on a daily basis, documentation is mostly recorded accurately and satisfactorily supports the care and welfare of the children. The childminder has an appropriate first aid qualification but has not yet identified any further courses to develop her knowledge in other areas. She does, however, seek advice and support from established childminders within her locality and uses the internet for research in order to improve the outcomes for children.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Although there were no children present during the inspection, evidence gathered through discussion and records shows that the childminder provides a suitable range of learning opportunities and activities. These support children's satisfactory progress towards the early learning goals. Although the childminder has not been caring for children long, she has begun making initial observations of minded children. These are clear and cover some of the areas of learning. However, they are not dated and do not identify the next steps in the children's development. The childminder is able to clearly explain how she supports children in making progress. She encourages young children's increasing mobility by encouraging them to reach for favourite toys placed just out of their reach. The childminder demonstrates that she knows each child well and explains how she organises play This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

suitable for their development, taking account of their individual interests and choices. She joins in to enhance children's activities through play and conversation, and gives clear examples of how children respond positively to her positive interaction, praise and encouragement. For example, younger children enjoy joining in with action rhymes or playing 'Peek-a boo'. The childminder exchanges information with parents, particularly about young children's developing physical skills so that they work cooperatively to support the child consistently.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates that she flexibly plans each child's day and activities to satisfactorily meet their individual needs. For instance, young children sleep in line with their home routines after discussion with parents. They have opportunity for fresh air daily, as the childminder prefers to walk to pick up older children from nursery or school. Young minded children are beginning to build relationships with the childminder's family and get excited when they see them coming from school. The premises are secure and children have opportunity for outdoor play, for example, on rocking equipment and with sand in the garden. Outdoor activity suitably promotes their good health and appropriate procedures are in place to prevent cross infection. The childminder promotes a healthy eating lifestyle. Menu planning and a written document on healthy food, which is shared with parents, reflect this. She ensures young children receive food provided by their parents but

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

also encourages them to try new foods, with parents' permission.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

All children have easy access to suitable equipment and young children enjoy exploring the contents of boxes as they remove all the toys. The childminder uses resources that she knows interest the children to appropriately support their development. She rotates toys so that they can explore other resources, which supports their ability to think and learn. They play with resources, such as a toy telephone, which encourages their imagination and communication skills as they 'talk' to their parents. The childminder uses the tone of her own voice with younger children to manage any inappropriate behaviour and praises their good behaviour. Children are beginning to learn about keeping safe and the childminder constantly re-assesses her equipment to ensure the children's safety is maintained as their mobility improves. 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: 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 (CR7) 21/05/2009

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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 (CR7) 21/05/2009

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