Brundrit, Heloise Karen

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Unique reference number EY313000 Inspection date 26/05/2009 Inspector Tracey Marie Boland

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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 2005. She lives with her husband and children aged one and 10 years in a quiet village in residential area in Southam, Warwickshire. There are shops and schools within easy walking distance. The whole of the ground floor and first floor bathroom and bedroom is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. Children are also taken on local outings to the park and walks in the community. The family have a cat.

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Description of the childminding

There are eight children currently on roll. The childminder is registered to care for five children at any one time. There are currently three children attending who are within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), all of whom attend on a part-time basis. The childminder also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory childcare register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder has procedures to support children with learning difficulties and/or disabilities, and who speak English as an additional language. There is direct access to the setting, although access to the first floor is via a very thin stair way. She is able to take and collect children from local schools and pre-schools.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the provision is satisfactory. The childminder supports children's welfare and individual developmental needs appropriately. Children in the EYFS enjoy activities that enable them to progress and develop in their learning. Planning and observations take place although these are in their infancy. Children are happy and relaxed and the childminder has a positive attitude towards inclusion and diversity. Information obtained from parents regarding their children’s individual care needs are known, respected and most required documentation is in place. Safety measures are in place within the home however, risk assessments are still to be developed.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the use of observations to inform future planning. To fully meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 obtain information about who has legal contact with the child; and who has parental responsibility for the child 02/06/2009  conduct a risk assessment and review it regularly, ensuring it covers anything with which a child may come into contact. 02/06/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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provision

The childminder provides a welcoming, relaxed and child friendly environment. The childminder has a sound understanding of her responsibilities with regard to providing appropriate care. Activities are enjoyable and encourage children's natural curiosity and interest. Discussion takes place with parents regarding the care provided and systems for monitoring and self-assessment are continually being developed.

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provision

An accurate record of attendance is maintained for the children and consistent routines are in place to ensure parents are informed of the care and service provided. Safety measures are in place and the childminder undertakes daily visual checks to ensure all areas accessed by the children are safe and suitable, however, risk assessments have not yet been developed. Children's registration details include information on their individual needs and daily routines but information regarding parental responsibility or legal contact has not been obtained.

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provision

Information gained from parents supports children's individual care needs and enables the childminder to meet their needs appropriately. Parents are kept informed of their child's progress on a daily basis and any art work is shared with them. The childminder has developed firm links with other providers involved with the care of the children.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children enjoy a wide range of activities that encourage their learning and development. They are motivated and interested to learn. Observations of children involved in activities are completed although the information gained is not used to plan for their future learning.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's language development is encouraged through the good social interaction that takes place in both their everyday routines and spontaneous situations. The childminder encourages children to share and take turns and be kind and thoughtful towards each other. Children are developing an awareness of their local community, diversity and the wider world through discussion and the celebration of various festivals throughout the year. Some toys and resources are provided that promote positive images of race, culture and gender and disability.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has a good understanding of her role and responsibility with regard to protecting children from abuse and neglect and parents are made aware of this through the written policies and procedures that are in place. Healthy eating is promoted and foods are freshly prepared each day, taking account of individual dietary needs. Children participate in physical play at the park and they learn about road safety and stranger danger, which is reinforced when out. The childminder encourages good manners and children are clear of the routines that are in place. Behaviour is very good and children are kind, courteous and thoughtful towards This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 each other. Excellent relationships have been formed between the childminder and children and their individual needs and routines are incorporated into the day, compounding their feeling of security and belonging.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

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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