Childminder in Coventry

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Unique reference number EY342573 Inspection date 18/06/2009 Inspector Kashma Patel

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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 and lives with her husband and two children aged eight and 12 years old. She co-minds with her sister on her premises in the east side of Coventry City. All areas of the ground floor and the first floor bathroom are used for childminding purposes. Children spend the majority of their time in the large self contained playroom at the bottom of the garden. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outdoor play. Access can be gained by a small step at the front of the house.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time alone or eight children when working with her co-minder. There are currently six children attending who are within the early years age range and three children attending aged between five to eight years. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory part of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association and holds a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) in Childcare at Level 3. Children are taken and collected from local schools and nurseries within the area. The childminder walks and transports children in her vehicle to and from local schools.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good. Children are happy and make good progress in all areas of their learning and development. They are cared for in an inclusive environment where they have free access to a wide range of toys and equipment. All the required documentation, including written policies and procedures, are in place and maintained to a good standard. Effective partnerships with parents and other cares are in place to promote continuity of care for children. A process of self-evaluation is in place to identify future areas for improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure children's next stage in their development is clearly recorded and used for future planning  improve access to drinks and procedures to inform parents about providing healthy meals and snacks for their children.

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provision

The childminder co-minds with her sister in her home. They both work well together and have their own key groups of children. The childminder takes the lead role of liaising with other settings which the children attend because she picks This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and drops children in her car. Parents are kept well informed about their children progress through daily verbal and written communication. They have free access to their children's folders which contain information about their development with photographs of their progress.

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provision

A comprehensive range of written policies and procedures are in place which are regularly reviewed and shared with parents to fully promote children's welfare and safety within the setting. The childminder has an early years qualification and shows commitment to extending her knowledge and experience by attending further training such as using the epi-pen for children with specific needs. Recommendations imposed at the last inspection, in relation to providing resources which reflect diversity and updating documentation have been both addressed.

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provision

Effective steps are taken to safeguard children both inside and outside the home. Risk assessments and daily visual checks are completed to ensure the risk of accidental injury is minimised. For example, procedures are in place for outings and transporting children in their care which ensures their welfare is promoted. The childminder has a good understanding of her responsibilities in relation to child protection and is fully aware of the procedures to follow should a concern arise.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are settled and have close relationships with both the childminder and her co-minder. They benefit from the childminder's caring nature and clearly enjoy her company as they ask her to join in with their play. Children learn to share and take turns with toys through appropriate behaviour management strategies and simple house rules which are regularly reinforced through routines. Children learn about personal hygiene through routines such as hand washing before food and after playing in the garden. Younger children are supervised during these routines to ensure their hygiene is well promoted. Children bring in packed lunches which are stored appropriately, however, some lunch boxes contain food which does not promote healthy eating such as chocolates. Regular drinks of water and juice are provided for the children. However, drinks are stored in the fridge to promote their hygiene, which means their independence is not fully promoted.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has a good working knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). She plans a range of interesting activities around topics and children's interests which enables them to make good progress in the six areas of learning. Observations are carried out, and the childminder clearly identifies the next stage in children's learning. However, this information is not always used to plan for the future. The childminder interacts well with the children. She sits with the children asking them questions to challenge their learning and understanding. They learn about numbers, colour and shapes as they play with various equipment such as puzzles, wooden flowers and coloured beads. They enjoy playing games which involves matching and taking turns such as snap. Children develop an understanding of the wider world as they take part in activities which involve taking a teddy bear on holiday with them. They bring back postcards

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

from different parts of the world, such as Spain and Cornwall, along with pictures This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 to share back at the setting. Their imagination and creativity is promoted through a range of messy play such as sand, water and dough. They enjoy role play as they dress up in the policeman outfit and imitate a police siren.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children develop their physical skills though a range of opportunities. For example, they enjoy regular walks in the community and playing in the garden which they can access freely due to childminder's working together. Regular visits to local pre- schools ensure children have opportunities to socialise with other children. Children learn to keep safe through appropriate discussions, for example, they know where to assemble in case of fire in the home and to dial 999 in case of an emergency. 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? 3 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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