Childminder in Bristol

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY401119 Inspection date 18/01/2010 Inspector Michelle Tuck

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Type of setting Childminder to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It rates council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection. If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk . You may copy all or parts of this document for non-commercial educational purposes, as long as you give details of the source and date of publication and do not alter the information in any way.

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Royal Exchange Buildings St Ann's Square Manchester M2 7LA

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T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk 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.

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Introduction

Please see our website for more information about each childcare provider. We publish inspection reports, conditions of registration and details of complaints we receive where we or the provider take action to meet the requirements of registration. 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 2009. He lives with his wife who is also a registered childminder and three children aged three, seven and 13, in the Brislington area of Bristol. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's accessible house is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden area for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time. The childminder and his wife are currently minding seven children of which four are in this age group. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder is effective in meeting the needs of all children through recognising their uniqueness to provide an inclusive, welcoming and caring service. Good organisation, drive and motivation of the childminder ensure that children are happy, have positive experiences and are well cared for in a homely environment where they feel safe. Children make good progress in their learning and development as they are eager to be actively engaged in their choice of interesting play activities. Overall, the childminder works effectively in partnership with parents and other providers to ensure that children's learning and welfare needs are met. Most required records are well maintained and in consultation with his wife who is also a registered childminder the childminder has begun to evaluate his service and look at improving outcomes 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?

 carry out a full risk assessment for each type of outing (Safeguarding and welfare) 09/02/2010

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure good hygiene procedures such as hand washing before eating are consistently followed This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

The childminder is well organised and follows highly informed policies and procedures in his daily practice with the children. He has conducted comprehensive risk assessments on the home and garden, but not for specific types of outings taken with the children. All other required documentation is in place to meet the needs of the children and to ensure the safe and efficient management of the provision. Children are effectively safeguarded as the childminder has followed legal guidelines regarding the vetting of all adults in the household. He has a secure knowledge about protecting children and is aware of procedures to follow if he has any concerns about a child in his care.

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the early years provision

Partnerships with parents and carers are good and families value the flexibility of the childminding partnership with his wife. Parents and the childminder share much information about the childminding service and about the child when they are first in contact. The childminder gathers details about the child's development and their starting points. Ongoing information is then shared through comprehensive informal feedback each day and the parents' comments on the children's learning journey books. His commitment to meeting children's individual needs is evident in his communication with other carers and professionals whose input he clearly values.

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the early years provision

The childminder promotes equality and diversity in a natural way, which is meaningful to children. For example, toys and books depict different skin colour, culture and disability in a positive way, with resources readily available for children to choose from. All children have access to all of the resources and activities are adapted as required so that all children can take part.

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the early years provision

The childminder makes effective use of the available space within his home. Children are able to move freely around ground floor areas, depending on the activities they are involved in. They have free access to the garden during good weather and go outdoors regularly in the winter. Many of the good quality toys and resources are stored at child height, which encourages children's independent access and choice in their play and learning. The childminder displays some art work in the play room to extend children's sense of belonging and to value what they do. The childminder is committed to improving his knowledge and practice. He has good systems in place to evaluate the quality of the activities provided for children and adapts plans as required. Through discussion with his wife he is beginning to evaluate his practice to help him improve outcomes for children.

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and outcomes for children

The children benefit from the childminder's detailed knowledge of their individual needs. They are settled and comfortable in the family home with the husband and wife team working well together. Children have warm, secure relationships with the childminder that enable them to become confident and curious to try out new This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 experiences and activities. The childminder plans purposeful indoor and outdoor experiences to foster children's learning. These are firmly based on the children’s interests and build on what they already know and can do. For example, when children show an interest in small world play, they are offered many different activities and are supported by the childminder who sits on the floor and interacts with them while they play. Systems are in place to regularly observe and assess the children as they play and challenge themselves. These are supported by

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and outcomes for children

photographs, clearly identify the next steps in each child's learning and are regularly shared with parents. The childminder then uses the assessments and his knowledge of each child to encourage further challenging activities and experiences. Children collect leaves on an autumn walk and use them to make pictures on their return. This also stimulates their senses and develops their knowledge about different materials. When the childminder notices a squirrel in the garden he lifts a child up so that he has a clear view and talks to him about what he can see.

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and outcomes for children

Children benefit from the childminder's involvement and interaction in their play. They can be caring towards each other as they share resources well and take turns. Their social skills are developed as they regularly visit a children's group where they meet and play with other adults and children. They become involved in the local community as they go on regular walks and visit the library and local shops. Children's language is well fostered through conversation with the childminder, who listens carefully and responds appropriately.

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and outcomes for children

The children gain a good understanding about the importance of a healthy life- style. They have daily opportunities to enjoy fresh air and exercise as they access the childminder's garden or play on challenging equipment at the park. The childminder cooks a range of healthy meals and provides a range of snacks to promote healthy eating. On the day of inspection, however, the childminder did not remind the children to wash their hands before they ate their lunch. Children receive very good support to learn how to keep themselves safe. For example, they practise a fire drill to ensure they know how to evacuate the premises safety in an emergency. The childminder is a positive role model as he encourages children to share and take turns in their play. With his calm and patient support, they confidently choose their own toys and enjoy the interaction with him while they play. Children respond well to the childminder's expectations, for example, to

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and outcomes for children

tidy away some toys before they get more out. They develop good skills for the future to become active, inquisitive and independent learners. 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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children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement

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and managed?

The effectiveness of leadership and management in embedding ambition and driving improvement The effectiveness with which the setting deploys resources 2 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 2 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 2 The effectiveness of the setting’s engagement with parents and carers

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Stage

The quality of the provision in the Early Years Foundation Stage 2

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 The extent to which children feel safe 2 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 2 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 2

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Stage

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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