Childminder in Leeds

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Unique reference number EY217315 Inspection date 27/07/2009 Inspector Alison Margaret 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 was registered in 2002. She lives with her husband and two children aged 10 and six years in Crossgates, a residential area of Leeds. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's home and bathroom on the first floor are used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The family has a dog and cat.

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Description of the childminding

There are three places for children in the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder also offers two places for children aged between six and seven years, before and after school. Children occupying these places share the same facilities as the children in the early years age range. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There are nine children on roll aged between 15 months and 11 years. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association and she attends local toddler groups on a regular basis.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the quality of the provision is good. The children are learning and developing well and they are achieving as much as they can, in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Effective arrangements are in place to ensure the children are kept safe, healthy and to meet their individual needs. Partnerships between the provider and parents are effective, which ensures that parents' preferences and children's individual needs are fully met. The childminder is enthusiastic and, as a result, the welfare of the children is promoted well. This is enhanced by the childminder's policies, procedures and practice, which are implemented with a thorough level of consistency. The childminder is committed to continually improving her practice.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage frame work  further develop children's independence at mealtimes.

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provision

The childminder has clear written policies and procedures, which effectively promote the health, safety and well-being of children. These are available for parents, to keep them informed of the service provided. The children's welfare is maintained by accurately completed documentation and this contributes well to the continuity of the children's care. Children benefit from the firm and trusting relationships between the childminder and their parents. The childminder This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 completes a diary for younger children. She provides a newsletter which gives parents information about activities, outings, timetables and resources they may need to bring. The childminder works in close partnership with parents and shares all relevant information. This has a positive impact on the children's care, welfare, development and learning. The childminder is committed to her work and is

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provision

continually evaluating her practice to identify areas she wants to improve.

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provision

The childminder has developed effective relationships with the local nursery and school, which helps to maintain a consistent approach in the care and education of the children. All areas used by the children are well organised, to ensure that they are able to enjoy a wide range of play and learning opportunities, appropriate for their stages of development. Children are able to see what is available and access play materials with confidence. For example, young children select a book for the childminder to read to them and choose what colour paints they want to use.

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provision

The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote diversity. She reflects this in her resources and activities, which show positive images of race, religion, gender and disability. Through the childminder being a good role model, the children are developing a caring and sensitive disposition from an early age. The childminder has a very clear understanding of her role and responsibilities in keeping children safe and secure during their time with her, both within her setting and on outings. For example, rigorous risk assessments are done on the home, garden and each specific outing. Effective systems are in place, for the safe collection of children and the childminder has a clear knowledge of child protection procedures, ensuring the children in her care are safeguarded.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children experience a good range of activities inside and outside the home, which support their all-round development. Daily activities are thoughtfully planned, taking into account children's individual interests and needs. The childminder has embraced the Early Years Foundation Stage framework with enthusiasm but her knowledge and understanding are in the early stages. The childminder has begun to do individual written observations, using a system linked to the Early Years Foundation Stage. She uses these to monitor children’s progress and to plan the next steps in their learning and development. Children are very confident, happy and settled with the childminder and they respond well to her. The childminder effectively promotes children's learning through play and they choose activities where they can engage with her and ones where they play alone. The childminder supports their speech and language development sensitively. They are encouraged

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

to repeat words during their play and children are developing their language from an early age.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder provides opportunities for children to socialise, to learn to share, to take turns and to manage their own personal hygiene. She organises toys effectively, to encourage young children to stretch to reach toys of their choice. Very young children really love singing along with the childminder and doing the actions with their hands. Children show an interest in numbers from an early age; they count confidently up to 10 whilst playing with stacking toys. The childminder This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 extends their learning by asking how many toys are left when she removes one.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children gain an awareness and interest in their environment, as they visit local amenities, such as parks, toddler groups and shops. The children enjoy and regularly have opportunities to have exercise and fresh air, to extend their physical development. This includes playing in the garden and visiting local play areas, where they are able to do activities, such as climbing, running, throwing and catching. Children are beginning to understand simple, good health and hygiene practices, as they wash their hands before eating. Parents provide the children's main meals and the childminder stresses that these must be healthy and nutritious. She provides healthy snacks and children learn about healthy eating from an early age and what the impact is on their bodies. All dietary requirements and preferences are discussed with parents and recorded before the child starts attending, to ensure their individual dietary needs. The children have access to

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

drinks throughout the day but their independence could be extended further. 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? 3

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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: Met

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