Childminder in Derbyshire

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Unique reference number EY365013 Inspection date 14/08/2009 Inspector Georgina Walker

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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 2007. She lives with her partner and two children aged eight and six years. The whole of the ground floor and bathroom and two of the bedrooms upstairs in the childminder’s house are used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. Access to the premises is via three steps to the front door and one to the rear. The family has two guinea pigs and a cat.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder drives or walks to the local schools and nursery school to take and collect children. She attends the local parent, carer and toddler and childminder's groups and takes children to the library and local parks. She has made attempts to share and/or seeks information in partnership with other early years settings the children attend. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register, compulsory part of the Childcare Register and voluntary part of the Childcare Register to care for four children at any one time and is currently minding two children in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) age range.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good. A child-friendly environment is created to ensure all children are included and enjoy their time with the childminder. A stimulating range of experiences are provided for children, however, plans for the next steps of progress have not been fully instigated or shared sufficiently with relevant persons. Self-evaluation, with targets for improvement, is effective and the childminder has recognised the range of policies and procedures require personalisation to reflect her service. Copies are given to parents which ensures the welfare of the children is promoted and information about each child is sought to ensure children are fully safeguarded and specific needs met.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure all documentation required for the safe and efficient management of the setting reflect the service provided  develop the observation and assessment arrangements to ensure the next steps for each child's progress are planned and share the information with relevant persons.

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provision

The childminder has a sound awareness of her legal responsibilities of how to implement the EYFS through self-evaluation and support from the local authority. The childminder has set realistic targets to improve her service and many have been successfully achieved, especially in relation to behaviour management This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 strategies and the stimulating range of activities presented. Training to meet the qualification requirements has been attended since registration including first aid to ensure children's safety. All relevant documentation is maintained including risk assessments and ongoing check sheets which include those required for school runs and outings to the park or woods which promote children's well-being and safety.

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provision

Copies of the policies and procedures are made available to parents and effective partnerships are promoted through discussion to meet children's needs. These include Local Safeguarding Children Board (LSCB) procedures and whilst the childminder has a clear understanding of how to safeguard children, she has reserved a place on a course to increase her knowledge. Visits prior to the commencement of the placement ensure each child integrates at their own unique pace and inclusion is successfully promoted. Parents are encouraged to verbally share what they know about their child's developmental progress. The childminder has approached other providers delivering the EYFS, including the local nursery school and school older children attend, but has yet to obtain information which ensures the same targets for progress are set.

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provision

The indoor environment is very welcoming as the children play in the designated playroom and eat meals or do creative activities at the dining room table. An extensive range of resources are presented and low-level storage of other resources in labelled boxes or free access to role-play equipment ensures children can choose activities which leads to using their own initiative to instigate play. Outdoor play under the veranda ensures children have plenty of fresh air and they eagerly instigate their own games or mark-make on the chalk boards ingeniously covering the glass shed doors to ensure children's safety. Good hygiene practices are followed to prevent the risk of infection especially with regard to the pets and children are made aware of why they must wash and wipe hands to prevent the spread of germs before activities such as baking bread. The childminder holds a Food Hygiene certificate and is registered with the Food Standards Agency.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder supports progress in each area of learning through an interesting range of activities, takes photographs and makes notes about what children learnt from the activity. Children's abilities are successfully extended although the next steps are not always considered. Activities are planned and adapted for children whatever age and stage they are at and the childminder skilfully encourages children to join in and automatically increases children's knowledge as she uses language about new topics. Children's favourite characters are used to promote interest in such activities as counting or colour recognition and child-led activities, for example, when pretending to be a dog are extended with the use of sign language. This also teaches children that some people always communicate this way and has been a useful tool to encourage younger children to learn communication methods before speech is fluent.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children develop a positive awareness of themselves and their needs through the support of the childminder. They are well-behaved as they learn to follow the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 expectations of the childminder for the safety of themselves and others. They engage in walks, outings or outdoor play each day which provide opportunities for physical play in the garden or local parks. The children are encouraged to be active and healthy and enjoy using the extensive variety of toys in the garden, including role play or drawing, or use the trampoline under supervision and climb, slide and run in the park. Their meals are healthy and nutritious, regularly including different tastes from around the world, salad and choices of meat or cheese in sandwiches and the menu is discussed with parents to ensure a balanced diet. Children drink water or juice to meet thirst needs and know they can access these at any time.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The children learn how to share and take turns with the wide age range of children present.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children use phonic sounds as they learn new words and have access to a wide variety of books, including those with positive images of diversities within society to promote awareness of differences and acceptance. They are supported to develop problem solving and other mathematical skills and use words spontaneously when discussing how many pieces of dough they have created or the size and shape which make a turtle or caterpillar. They use tools with good dexterity, create extensive wooden train tracks to run the engines around and learn many skills for their future. The children have access to battery operated toys and a computer and quickly learn to use the mouse and keyboard to follow programmes. Their imaginations are substantially developed with the support of the childminder, especially when playing outside. 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? 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: 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 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

 demonstrate how any childminding training already undertaken complies with the principles of the ‘common core skills and knowledge for the children’s workforce’ by checking with the local authority or provide evidence of how you will obtain a relevant childcare qualification by the required date (Qualifications and training). 01/09/2009

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