Childminder in Derby

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Unique reference number EY316120 Inspection date 16/06/2009 Inspector Ann Winifred Harrison

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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 since 2005 and works alongside a co- childminder and works from her co-childminder's house. Both childminders have equal responsibility for the childminding practice. The whole of the ground floor of the house is used for childminding. Children have access to a secure outdoor play area.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time. There are currently nine children attending, all of whom are in the early years age range. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register, and the compulsory and voluntary part of the Childcare Register. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association. The childminder is available to walk to local schools to take and collect children. The co-childminder's family has two cats.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory. The childminder provides an inclusive and welcoming service. She works with her co-minder to provide a balance of activities for children to help their learning and development and consequently, children are happy and are making some progress. She establishes partnerships with parents and provides a daily exchange of information about their children; however, some of the required details are not recorded. The childminder is beginning to use self-evaluation to identify areas for the development of her provision and shows a commitment to improving her practice through ongoing training.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further observation and assessment systems to ensure information is used effectively to identify children's next steps in learning and inform future planning  obtain written parental permission for children to take part in outings  develop further evaluation systems so that they continually seek ways to improve the quality of the learning, development and care for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 make a record of risk assessments clearly stating when it was carried out, by whom, date of review and any action taken following a review or incident (Documentation) 27/07/2009  obtain written parental permission at the time of the child’s admission to the provision, to the seeking of 27/07/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 any necessary emergency medical advice or treatment in the future (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare)

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provision

Children's safety is promoted as the childminder has a suitable understanding of safety issues. She knows what to do if she has any concerns about child protection to ensure all children are safeguarded. Daily visual safety checks are completed to ensure that children are cared for in a safe environment. Toys and equipment are checked frequently to ensure safety and cleanliness. Most of the appropriate documentation is recorded and maintained to promote children's welfare and safety. However, written risk assessments are not in place to cover all areas that children come in contact with to ensure they are fully protected.

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provision

Children's good health and welfare is effectively promoted. Suitable hygiene procedures are followed through the daily routine, children wash their hands before eating and after playing outside. Records are maintained when children have an accident or require medication. Suitable procedures exclude children who are infectious to minimise the spread of infection to protect all children. However, permission has not been sought for all children to the seeking of any necessary medical emergency advice or treatment to ensure their needs are met in the event of an emergency.

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provision

The childminder establishes effective partnerships with parents and carers to keep them informed of their child's routines, play and learning. Written observations provide information for parents about their child's progress and the childminder encourages parents to contribute their observations and comments. They are aware of procedures should they be unhappy with any aspect of the service provided. The childminder continues to update her professional skills by attending training and this helps to improve outcomes for children and enables her to implement new ideas into her practice. The childminder is beginning to evaluate her provision; by working closely with her co-childminder, she is able to discuss and identify areas of strength and areas for development.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The environment is suitably organised to meet the needs of children who attend and there is a good variety of toys and resources available at a low level and children are able to access their favourite activities as and when they wish to. The childminder provides a variety of activities for children and ensures that children's own interests are taken into account. For example, children are learning to count in everyday situations such as counting the counting bricks as they build towers. Good questioning by the childminder helps children to problem solve, such as 'can you find me two red bricks and two blue bricks?'. She builds children's confidence by supporting their learning such as when completing puzzles, she helps them to look at the shapes of the pieces and gives them praise when they complete the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 task. The childminder is beginning to make regular spontaneous observations of

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

children's progress. However, the system of observation and assessment does not fully inform the planning for individual children, which potentially restricts children progress.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children learn about nature and their environment as they go for walks in the community and visit the local shops. They explore in the garden as they look for the figures of ducks and rabbits that have been hidden by the childminder and they look for insects and butterflies. They have opportunities to be creative as they play with playdough and they use their imagination well as they play with cooking equipment in the role-play kitchen. Children are learning early phonics as the childminder encourages children to sound out letters of their name and of objects around them.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are provided with healthy and nutritious snacks and meals that include fresh fruit and vegetables. The childminder follows children's dietary requirements with care to ensure their individual needs are adhered to. Good hygiene procedures limit the risk of cross-contamination. Children's health is further promoted through discussion on why it is important to eat healthily and take regular exercise. There are good opportunities for outdoor play; children enjoy playing on the bikes in the garden and going on regular walks and outings to the park. Children begin to develop an awareness of keeping themselves safe; for example, they practise the emergency evacuation procedures and the childminder talks about safety in the home and when on outings. 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

 ensure that all the required written policies and procedures are in place and are shared with parents (Records to be kept) 27/07/2009

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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 relating to policies and procedures. (Records to be kept) 27/07/2009

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