Childminder in Gloucestershire

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Unique reference number EY317549 Inspection date 29/04/2009 Inspector Ruth Tharme

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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 registered in 2006. She lives with her husband and their two children one of whom is grown up, and one of four years. Their home is a semi- detached house in the Tuffley area of Gloucester. The whole of the property is available for childminding purposes and there is an enclosed garden available for outdoor play. There are shops and local amenities available within walking distance.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to provide care on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. When working alone, she may provide care for a maximum of five children under eight years, two of whom may be in the early years age group. When working with an assistant care may be provided for a maximum of five children under eight, all of whom may be in the early years age group. There are currently seven children attending, four of whom are in the early years age group and three of whom are in the older age group. Children attend for a variety of sessions throughout the week. Care is available on a full or part-time basis, and includes before and after-school provision. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association and is a member of the Gloucestershire Cluster of Children come First Childminding Networks. She holds a level 3 qualification.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the quality of the provision is outstanding. Children make exceptionally good progress in their learning and development in relation to their starting points. Exemplary partnerships between the childminder, parents and other agencies mean that they work together to ensure that children's needs are met. Arrangements for safeguarding are very robust as policies and procedures are well implemented and regularly reviewed to promote children's health, safety and well being. Highly effective systems of self-evaluation involve parents, children and other professionals and lead to continued improvement in the quality of the provision.

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further?

To further improve the high quality early years provision the registered person should consider:

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further?

 implementing strategies to involve children in the planning of the outdoor environment

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provision

The childminder has very high aspirations for the quality of the provision. This is evident in the ongoing improvement which is promoted through rigorous self This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 evaluation. The views of parents, children and other professionals are used to identify areas for improvement which are thoughtfully addressed, having a positive impact on the provision. Excellent progress has been made since the last inspection and all issues raised have been carefully addressed. The current focus for improvement is the outdoor environment but arrangements mean that children have not yet contributed to the planning of this. The childminder's clear commitment to personal development means that her skills and knowledge are consistently extended and updated.

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provision

The highly inclusive environment means that children have their individual needs recognised and fully met. Thoughtful additions such as photographic record books of the resources available mean that all children are able to make choices for themselves. Particularly strong partnerships with parents mean that there is an excellent two-way flow of information so children are well supported. The high- quality information provided means that parents are very well informed. They actively contribute to the assessment of their child's progress and are keenly involved in their learning. Links with other settings attended by the children mean that information on their achievements and progress is shared by all those involved in their learning, development and welfare.

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provision

The organisation of the provision is very well considered in order to promote excellent outcomes for children and means that the setting run smoothly on a day to day basis. Arrangements for the identification and addressing of risk are thorough and well implemented so children's health and safety is actively promoted. Daily checks are completed to ensure that the environment and resources are safe and suitable for use.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

A well established programme of observation and assessment is highly effective in identifying what children can do. This, with other information gathered from parents and professionals, is skilfully used to plan and provide activities and experiences which build on children's interests and positively promote their learning and development. The childminder has an excellent relationship with the children in her care which means that they feel safe and secure and actively seek her out for reassurance and support when needed. There is a strong emphasis on meeting children's needs which means that routine activities such as rest and meal times take place according to individual requirements. The learning environment is particularly well equipped and resources attractively presented so children make choices for themselves and are actively engaged at all times.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Hygiene standards are particularly high and children actively learn to keep themselves healthy. They are familiar with personal hygiene routines and happily make healthy choices at meal times. They know how to help themselves to drinking water which is readily available at all times.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Arrangements mean that children feel safe in the childminder's home and learn how to keep themselves from harm. They know what to do in an emergency situation as evacuation drills are practised regularly and learn how to access their This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 resources safely. Children's behaviour is of a very high standard as the childminder takes care to set a good example herself. The use of positive language and an emphasis on rewarding good behaviour means that children quickly learn and meet the childminder's high expectations. 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? 1 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? 1

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 1 How well are children helped to be healthy? 1 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 1 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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