Childminder in SunderlandOfsted inspection, 7 May 2009

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Unique reference number EY377840 Inspection date 07/05/2009 Inspector Cathryn Parry

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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 husband and two children aged 12 and nine years in the residential area of Fulwell in Sunderland. The whole of the ground floor and the bathroom on the first floor of the childminder’s home is used for childminding. She has a cat as a pet. The childminder cares for children on weekdays from 08.00 to 19.00 for 48 weeks of the year.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding one child in this age group. She also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder collects children from the local school and attends a couple of toddler groups on a regular basis.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory. The childminder offers a warm and friendly welcome to all children and their families. The developing range of resources and trips to different groups ensures children have the opportunity to make some progress. Systems for planning activities and observing children are being developed. The childminder has experience of caring for children with learning difficulties and disabilities. She demonstrates a positive attitude to providing an inclusive environment, including being willing to attend any relevant courses. She links with other childminders and attends training to ensure continuous improvement is appropriately maintained. However, all written documentation is not in place.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop the planning of activities and systems for observing children's progress, including matching observations to the expectations of the early learning goals and using them to plan the next steps in their learning  further develop resources and activities to nurture children's respect for their own cultures and beliefs and those of other people.

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further?

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

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further?

 further develop systems for recording each risk assessment undertaken, clearly stating when it was carried out, by whom, date of review and any action taken following a review or incident (Documentation). 14/05/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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provision

The childminder evaluates the care and education she provides reasonably well. She talks to parents to ensure they are happy with the service she offers. She also assesses the resources she has to ensure there are sufficient for the different ages of the children attending. The childminder identifies her strengths as being her previous experience of working in a school, and the way she can captivate children when reading them stories. She also recognises that the documentation side of her childminding is an area where improvements can be made. Consequently, she can identify links within the local authority and attend relevant training to positively address this.

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provision

The childminder has only been caring for children for a very short period of time and is developing appropriate relationships with the parents. She speaks to the person who collects the children on a daily basis to ensure they are equipped to inform parents of the activities their children have participated in. This enables them to continue highlighted experiences at home to continue their children's learning. Currently there are no children attending who receive education and care in more than one setting. However, the childminder demonstrates a suitable understanding of the benefits of sharing relevant information with other practitioners to ensure continuity and coherence.

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provision

The childminder is booked onto safeguarding training. She shows a suitable understanding of related issues, which ensures children are appropriately protected. The childminder also has the publication 'What to do if you are worried a child is being abused - Summary', which provides her with information should she need to make a referral. Visual risk assessments take place daily. However, there is no record kept of these, which is a breach of requirements.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a reasonable understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Children are happy, settled and relate well to her, as she joins in with their play. They benefit from a flexible routine including a balance of child- centred and adult-led activities. The childminder’s appropriate approach to equal opportunities contributes to children’s positive attitude to the wider community. However, there are few resources and activities offered to supplement this. Consequently, this negatively impacts on there growing awareness and understanding of difference. Consistent encouragement ensures children are developing a good knowledge of what is right and wrong. Children develop an awareness of shape as they explore sorting activities. They use information and communication technology to support their learning as they play with interactive toys and have access to a computer. Children’s communication skills are fostered

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

as the childminder effectively uses tone, intonation and facial expression, which results in lovely interactions. Children access creative activities, particularly at the toddler groups. This fosters their self-expression and coordination. The childminder This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 basically plans activities, including visits to different groups and places of interest. She considers children's interests and their abilities when deciding which toys to make available. Simple observations are recorded in a dairy. However, these are still being developed and do not link to the early learning goals and are not effectively used to inform future planning.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are welcomed into clean and well-kept premises where they have sufficient space to play. The childminder implements suitable procedures for nappy changing, to ensure the personal care needs of the very young are met. Children do not attend if they are sick which enables the childminder to protect others from illness. They access some opportunities for large physical play. These include exploring age-appropriate climbing equipment in the park, enjoying going swimming and playing with a ball in a nearby field. Toddlers are fostering their locomotion and balance skills through a selection of push-and-pull toys. They are encouraged to develop their body awareness through spontaneous music and movement activities, such as 'This little piggy went to market', where the childminder plays with the child's toes. Children are active or restful through choice and babies sleep in-line with their individual needs and parent’s wishes. Generally

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

healthy meals and snacks are provided, which include fresh fruit, baked beans and sausages and pasta dishes. Systems are in place to gather information with regard to special dietary needs, which ensures children's individual needs are met. Children are kept safe on outings as they learn road safety procedures and appropriate restraints are used for children who use a buggy. Regular checks and cleaning keep toys in a good condition, ensuring that children handle items that are clean and safe. 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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 keep and implement a written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse and neglect (CR2.1) 14/05/2009

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the compulsory part of the Childcare Register section of the report (CR2.1) 14/05/2009

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