Childminder in RotherhamOfsted inspection, 18 Jan 2010

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY396722 Inspection date 18/01/2010 Inspector Hilary Mary Mckenning

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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 registered in 2009. She lives with her husband and two children aged three and five years old. The family live in Rotherham. The whole of the ground floor of the premises is used for childminding along with bathroom facilities on the first floor. The childminder walks to take and collect children from the local school.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children at any one time and is caring for one child in the early years group. She is registered on the Early Years Register, compulsory part of the Childcare Register and voluntary part of the Childcare Register. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder provides a calm environment where children access a variety of activities within safe surroundings. Most of the required documentation is in place and maintained appropriately. However, the policy regarding complaints does not reflect current guidelines. The childminder is developing observation and assessments of children’s achievements and is beginning to plan activities. However, these are not always personalised to meet children's individual learning needs.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Parents receive regular information regarding their child’s day and children’s routines and interests are discussed in order to meet their individual needs. The childminder recognises the value of continuous improvement and is developing a system to evaluate her practice, and identify strengths and weaknesses in order to ensure further improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop observational assessments in order to plan to meet young children’s individual needs  provide experiences which are appropriate to each child’s stage of development and include resources that reflect diversity  develop further information to parents regarding complaints to reflect current guidelines. 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 understands that she has a responsibility for safeguarding children's welfare and there are appropriate procedures in place to follow, should the childminder have any concerns. The childminder carries out risk assessments along with a daily checklist, to ensure the environment is safe and secure, when on and off the premises. There are appropriate systems in place to record accidents and to administer any medication. The childminder has an appropriate first aid certificate and children do not attend if they are ill. All required permissions are in place and a register of children’s attendance is maintained. A range of policies and procedures are shared with parents to support the care of the children, although the procedure regarding complaints does not reflect current guidelines.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a positive relationship with children and their families. Parents receive information that includes policies, procedures and written agreements and permission forms are completed, although the information they receive regarding the complaints procedures does not reflect current guidelines. Each day parents receive verbal feedback along with a daily diary about their child's care and activities they have enjoyed. This supports a positive relationship. Parents are invited to contribute what they know about their child's needs and interests in order to follow their individual routine.

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the early years provision

The environment is organised appropriately to allow children access to a variety of resources that mee individual children’s interests. However, there is a limited range of resources available that reflect positive images of diversity. Interest in the local community is promoted through regular outings and visits to local groups and play areas.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder is beginning to develop her knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. She is developing observational assessments to monitor and evaluate children's progress, although these are not used to inform planning in order to meet children’s individual developmental needs.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder promotes a calm environment where children are happy and settled. They share a warm relationship with the childminder as they play together with the musical toys and items from the treasure basket. The baby eagerly reaches for the soft textured book and explores different materials as they play with soft toys which have crinkly, soft, smooth and silky textures. The childminder responds to babies’ babbles by talking constantly to them as together they turn the pages and touch the different surface. The baby responds by giggling, shouting out, reaching up and smiling. Warm, caring relationships are evident and this is reflected as children are relaxed, settled and are confident to explore their immediate area. The baby carefully examines the variety of natural objects within the treasure basket. For example, there is a variety of sponges and brushes for This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

them to feel. Children enjoy musical activities and singing rhymes as they excitedly watch the actions of the childminder. They show enjoyment and giggle as they recognise the different sounds of the musical toys and attempt to follow as the wheeled toys disappear from sight.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder is developing a record of children's achievements and photographic evidence which she regularly shares with parents. Their contributions are encouraged and welcomed. There are appropriate procedures in place to promote the health and safety of the children in her care. For example, there is a fire evacuation procedure in place that is practised routinely, recorded and any hazards identified. 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 3 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 3 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 3 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 3

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Stage

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

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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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