Childminder in Leeds

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Unique reference number EY275672 Inspection date 24/06/2009 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 since 2003. She is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder lives with her husband and two children aged 13 and nine years in Leeds, West Yorkshire. She cares for children with a co-childminder and an assistant at various times throughout the week. Areas of the home used for childminding include the conservatory, playroom, kitchen and bathroom on the ground floor of the property. There is a large garden that is used for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time, however, when minding with her co-childminder she can care for up to 12 children. At present, they have 18 children on roll between the ages of 11 months and 11 years, nine of whom are in the early years age range.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder regularly attends toddler groups and is a member of the National Childminding Association. The family has a dog.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the quality of the provision is good. The childminder makes some assessment on the quality of the service she provides and attends additional training in order to develop her knowledge and understanding. The childminder and her co-childminder provide good opportunities for the children to be actively engaged in a varied and interesting range of learning experiences and to be fully included. There are excellent opportunities for the children to be physically active, make healthy choices in their diet and contribute successfully towards their own personal hygiene. However, not all assessed risks are recorded. Partnerships with parents and other providers are good, ensuring that children receive consistently good care and education.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop systems to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the provision  update the record of risk assessment to include any assessments of risks for outings and trips.

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provision

The childminder and co-childminder have a good working relationship and manage their time effectively to ensure that they meet the individual needs of all the children in their care. All records and documents are well organised, easily accessible and stored confidentially. There are consistently applied routines and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 procedures in place which effectively promote the welfare of the children; for example, emergency evacuations, documented medication and accident records. Additionally, recorded risk assessments for indoors and the garden are in place. However, the assessment of risk for outings and trips are not recorded.

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provision

The childminder has a good understanding of how to safeguard the children in her care. She is confident with the Local Safeguarding Children Boards procedures and knows how to record and report any concerns. All furniture and equipment is well presented and in good condition. The childminder ensures that the activities and resources are safe and age-appropriate, to enable each child to have an independent choice.

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provision

Since her last inspection the childminder has made improvements to her documentation and continued to develop her knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. In order to identify areas for improvement, the childminder seeks the views of parents and monitors the children's progress. However, she does not have a system to assess all areas of the provision. Partnerships with parents and other providers are good with regular exchanges of information which ensures that there is a consistent approach regarding the children's welfare and learning.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The children enjoy a good range of resources and engage in varied and interesting activities which are planned to meet their individual learning needs. The childminder observes the children during their play and she records her observations with written captions. She uses this information well to make plans for the next steps in their learning. Parents are able to contribute towards their children's developmental records with their own observations of significant events. This enables the childminder to provide a consistent approach towards their care and learning.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

During outdoor play the children quickly become involved in very good levels of physical play. For example, the younger children want to try out the trampoline, climb up and down steps and run around chasing bubbles as they float in the air. The older children are enthralled by the tadpoles in the pond and gather around to make a closer examination. All the children have excellent opportunities to understand about being healthy. They consistently follow hygiene routines, becoming independent in hand washing and toileting, and know that they need to apply protecting creams when they play outdoors in the sun. Their understanding is further promoted through a very good choice of healthy meals and snacks.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The children develop a good understanding of diversity. For example, they celebrate festivals and traditions other than their own, such as Chinese New Year. Additionally, they use resources which reflect a positive image of race, gender and disability. Their behaviour is managed positively with praise and encouragement and, consequently, the children understand what is expected of them and behave well. They are able to make a positive contribution towards their own safety; for example, they participate in emergency evacuations and follow road safety advice. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 During everyday play the children are able to express themselves creatively and use their imaginations well. They make a tent from sheets and pretend to have a picnic in their house. They invite the childminder to join them and chat happily together. The environment is rich is language and relaxed conversations and the

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

children are confident to talk about themselves and to make their needs known. 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? 1 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 2 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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