Collins Sarah Louise

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Unique reference number 226664 Inspection date 07/05/2009 Inspector Hayley Lapworth

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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 1999. She lives with her partner and two children, aged fourteen and ten years in Leicester. The downstairs of the premises is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outdoor play. The premises are accessible.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight at any one time, three of these can be within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). There are currently five children on roll, three of whom are in the early years age group, all of whom attend on a part-time basis.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory. The childminder provides a clean and welcoming environment. She has some understanding of the EYFS and she suitably promotes children's learning and development. As a result, children make satisfactory progress. Children's welfare is promoted generally well. She is beginning to implement systems for planning, observation and assessment to support their learning. The childminder suitably promotes inclusion and has some understanding of the setting's strengths and weaknesses in order to improve practise. Most required documentation is well-maintained.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop futher the links with other settings where children attend more than one setting in order to help children make as much progress as they can  develop futher the systems of self-evaluation to include identification of areas for improvement  obtain information from parents in the early stages of care to find out what they know about their children's learning and development and use this information to inform planning.

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provision

The childminder has some understanding of the need to reflect on her service and has completed the Ofsted self-evaluation form. She has identified her strengths, but however, she has not given as much thought to her priorities for improvement. Consequently, this impacts upon her capacity to improve.

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provision

The childminder has devised many detailed records, policies and procedures to promote the safe and efficient management of the provision. Most required documentation is in place and is appropriately maintained. She is generally vigilant This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 about the children's safety around the home and has conducted a number of risk assessments inside and outdoors. She takes up some training offered by the local authority which generally supports her in keeping her childcare skills up-to-date, for example, first aid and child protection.

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provision

The childminder works generally closely and co-operatively with parents. She makes time at the start and end of the day to share information about their child's day and general well-being. As a result, this provides them with consistency of care. At the onset of placement, she finds out a lot of information about their likes, dislikes and general routines. However, she does not always effectively find out what parents know about their children's learning and development. This means that her planning in the very early stages does not necessarily relate to their individual learning.

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provision

The childminder is very aware of the signs and symptoms of child abuse and clearly understands her responsibilities in safeguarding children, including what to do if an allegation is made directly about her or a member of her family. All adult members of the household have completed appropriate vetting procedures, which enhances the welfare of the children.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has a positive attitude towards treating the children as individuals and sufficiently promotes inclusion. She is presently developing her systems of observation and assessments and is beginning to identify children's next steps in their learning. She has a satisfactory knowledge and understanding of how children learn and develop, and provides them with appropriate experiences. As a result, children are making suitable progress in their learning. She has begun to make links with other providers where children attend more than one setting. She finds out for example what activity or type of card they intend to help children produce for 'Mother's Day'. However, links in terms of finding out about children's individual learning is less secure. Potentially this may impact upon their development.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's health and safety is promoted well. They have regular opportunities to spend time outdoors. The childminder provides them with stimulating resources in her garden such as a sand pit with tools and many balls. She plays with the children as a playmate and gets very involved in their play, for example, by playing football encouraging them to 'kick the ball as hard as they can' and 'score goals'. She celebrates their achievements shouting out 'hooray' and clapping, regardless of how small the achievement. This makes them feel good about themselves and raises their self-esteem. She encourages tier skills in becoming independent as she involves them in occasional chores around the house. They enjoy emptying the washing machine and carrying the washing into the garden, where they discuss the weather and learn that 'a blowy day helps the washing to dry'.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Knowledge and understanding of the world are promoted well within this setting. Children learn about one another and their differences. This is best demonstrated by the way they talk and compare their photographs on the self-registration board This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 in the entrance hall of the childminders home. They also access resources which promote positive images of people in our society, such as jigsaws, hand puppets and books. The childminder plans suitable experiences to help children understand about 'people who help us', for example, the fire and ambulance service. During role play, children learn about the roles of the emergency services personnel by acting out a ride in an ambulance and talking to a doctor in a hospital. Children's communication and language is also promoted generally well. Young children copy what the childminder says and talk about the play figures having a 'bad back' and

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

a 'poorly leg'. 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? 2 How well are children helped to be healthy? 2 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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