Childminder in Cambridgeshire

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Unique reference number EY370858 Inspection date 07/07/2009 Inspector Clare Elizabeth Pook

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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 partner and their one child, aged two, in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire. The whole of the ground floor of the property is used for childminding, with a bedroom used for children requiring a sleep, upstairs. There is a fully enclosed garden for outdoor play. The premises can be accessed easily by most users.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children at any one time and she is currently minding two children in the early years age group on a part-time basis. The childminder also makes provision for children older than the early years age group which is registered on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder attends local parent and toddler groups with minded children.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the provision is satisfactory. Children are happy and settled in the childminder's home and are making progress in their learning and development. The childminder has warm relationships with the children and works closely with parents to ensure children's individual needs are met. Policies and procedures are mostly effective, reflect the childminder's practice and are shared with parents .The childminder has begun to think about her strengths and weaknesses and she understands the areas within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) that she needs to develop, but no effective system is yet in place.

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further?

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

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further?

 match the observations on the children to the expectations of the early learning goals  develop a system of refelective practice and self-evaluation to identify strengths and priorities for development that will improve the quality of provison for all children.

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further?

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

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further?

 share the procedure to be followed in the event of a parent failing to collect a child at the appointed time and the procedure to be followed in the event of a child going missing with parents. (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 20/07/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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provision

The childminder is committed to continuous improvement and has attended recent courses related to the Early Years Foundation Stage. The knowledge gained from this has enabled her to improve her practice and ensure children make progress in their learning. She has begun to think about what she is doing well and how to make further progress for the benefit of the children. An effective system to enable her to identify these areas is not yet in place.

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provision

Children are cared for in a safe environment where effective risk assessments are carried out to ensure children's safety within the home. This includes assessments for outings. The childminder is able to recognise the signs and symptoms of abuse and has a clear understanding of what to do if she had concerns for a child. Most policies, procedures and necessary consents are now in place, with the exception of the procedures to be followed in the event of a child going missing or not being collected. These have not been discussed with parents.

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provision

The childminder has close working relationships with parents and discusses children's needs sensitively with them, for example they work together regarding potty training to ensure the children feel secure and happy in this next stage in their development. The childminder now shares the children's records with parents and receives positive comments about what she is doing with their children.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder adequately promotes children's welfare, learning and development, so that children make progress. The childminder plans activities for children that provide them with varied experiences across the six areas of learning. She observes children and makes notes on their achievements. The childminder uses both notes and photographic evidence to support these. The observations are evaluated and next steps are noted. She has started to link her observations to the areas of learning, but not to the early learning goals.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children learn about healthy diets and good hygiene through the provision of healthy and nutritious snacks and meals and the childminder being a good role model. Children learn to keep themselves safe through tidying toys away so that they don't trip over them and road safety when out and about.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder sets out the room each day in preparation for the children. The resources are rotated so that children discover different play experiences. The children are encouraged to self-select from the toy boxes set out, this promotes their independence and decision making. The childminder interacts well with the children, supporting their play by reading books and introducing new vocabulary to young children. The children experience a full range of activities provided by the childminder or through the various groups they attend. Outdoor play is encouraged each day through playing in the garden or visiting the park. The children develop their physical skills by bouncing on the trampoline, kicking the balls and sliding on the slide. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder encourages positive behaviour, praising children for their achievements. Where possible their work is displayed and photos are shared with

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

parents in their scrap books. These help promote children's self-esteem. Children's home life and family backgrounds are respected. The childminder plans activities to help children feel secure and introduce others to their varying cultures. The childminder uses a globe to show children where Holland is and talks about how to get there. She introduces aeroplanes into their play to extend this experience.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children have access to electronic toys which develops their interest in information and communication technology. These activities, together with well-supported communication and language skills and simple problem solving games, support the children’s future economic well-being. 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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