Childminder in Leeds

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Unique reference number 320019 Inspection date 15/04/2009 Inspector Ann Webb

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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 has been registered for 14 years and is registered to care for six children from birth to eight years. She is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary part of the Childcare Register. Currently there are 18 children on roll eight of whom are in the early years age range.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder lives with her husband and three adult children, they live in a quiet cul-de-sac in East Ardsley a suburb of Leeds. The home is within walking distance of local schools, a park and wood area and some shops. Only the ground floor of the home is used for childminding purposes. There is a good sized fully enclosed outdoor play area to the rear of the property. The childminder takes children to the local school, nursery and play group on a regular basis.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the provision is good. The childminder reflects positively and effectively on the service she provides and therefore the children's progress in all areas of learning and development is excellent. Good evaluation systems support the childminder's capacity for self improvement and she acts promptly to address any area's of perceived weakness by continuing to use self evaluation to maintain positive outcomes for all children. The children benefit significantly from the childminder's ability to communicate well with parents and other agencies which ensures that the individual needs of the children are met successfully. Her knowledge of children's individual learning and welfare needs contributes very effectively toward their all round welfare, well-being and self confidence.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to evaluate all aspects of the provision and practice, in order to support continuous improvement.

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provision

The children's safety is given a high priority by the childminder, she presents all areas used by the children in a very safe and well maintained manner. Her understanding of how to minimize risks and hazards is well developed and she ensures that all resources, furniture and activities are suitable and safe for the children's use. The children's safety is further promoted through a clear child protection procedure and the childminder's good understanding of how to protect the children in her care.

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provision

The childminder is very well organised, she efficiently maintains most records and documents needed to support the children's welfare and learning and shares all This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 information relating to individual children with their parents. The children benefit significantly from the childminder's commitment to improving the service she offers, for example, through additional training and self evaluation. Her capacity for improvement is clearly demonstrated through the prompt response to her last inspection and the identification of area's for further development. Since her last inspection she has improved her system for reviewing records and routines for children's hygiene. This contributes significantly towards the children's safety and well-being.

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provision

Well established links with other services such as the children's schools and teaching staff ensures that children receive the individual support they need and the childminder works very well with parents and other providers to ensure that the children's individual welfare and learning needs are completely recognised and supported. Parents are strongly encouraged to contribute toward their children's achievements and progress, and to share what they know about their children.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

All children are fully included in all aspects of their environment, they are strongly encouraged to be independent, for example, in self chosen activities and personal hygiene. They explore and participate in their local and wider community through accessing groups to socialise with their peers and discover the wonders of the outdoor world. Additionally, activities, toys and resources reflect a wide variety of customs, traditions and beliefs of others and depict positive images of race, gender and disability. The children relish the opportunity to sit cosily with the childminder to make hand puppets from felt, the older children confidently handle needles and thread. The younger children are extremely well supported by the childminder as they make very good attempts at stitching.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has a very good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and developmental requirements and she is extremely confident in helping the children learn both indoors and outdoors. For example, during a craft activity the children discover and experiment with texture and shape, eager to show their hedgehogs and talk about their spiky bodies.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The learning environment is supported by extremely well planned purposeful play which inspires the children to explore their indoor and outdoor environment with joy, which results in them being creative and active learners. The children make significant gains in their learning through the comprehensive observation and assessment of their progress undertaken by the childminder, who skilfully recognises children's individual learning needs. She ensures that through themed activities each child has excellent opportunities to develop and progress to the best of their ability and immerses all children in a language and number rich environment.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The children are extremely confident and caring of each other, sharing their time and enjoying each others company. They have a very well developed understanding about what is expected of them and their positive behaviour is consistently rewarded through praise, encouragement and excellent support. They This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 have made significant contributions toward their own safety, for example, making their own road safety signs and acting out how to be safe when outdoors. During story time the older children read the book to younger children who use items from a very well resourced story sack, they listen carefully and know when it is their turn to join in. The younger children are totally engrossed in the fun of holding their own props of strawberries and a bear. 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? 2 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? 2

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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? 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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