Childminder in Warwickshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY385000 Inspection date 22/02/2010 Inspector Karen Eunice Millerchip

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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 2008. She lives in Nuneaton in Warwickshire with her partner and two sons aged 12 and three years. She uses the ground floor of the property for childminding and there is an enclosed rear garden for outdoor play. The family has two cats.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for five children under eight years at any one time. She currently provides for one child in the early years age group and this provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association and takes children to and collects them from the local school and pre-school.

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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

Children make steady progress in all areas of their learning and development due to the childminder's developing understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder provides a suitable range of play opportunities that meet individual children's needs in accordance with their age and development. However, links to next steps in learning are not identified. Her practice is inclusive and she knows the children and their families well. Her practice is supported by a number of written policies and procedures and developing risk assessments. The majority of required information is obtained from parents. She is beginning to develop systems to identify strengths and weaknesses of her service leading to future improvement to the provision.

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further?

To fully meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 obtain information about who has legal contact with the child; and who has parental responsibility for the child (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 07/04/2010

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further?

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

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further?

 develop an effective system for evaluating the early years provision in order to maintain continuous improvement  develop further systems to identify and plan for children's individual needs This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

Children are safeguarded appropriately because the childminder has a sound knowledge of child protection issues. She fully understands her responsibility to ensure that all adults living in the house are appropriately vetted. She has a sound knowledge of safeguarding children and the procedures she must follow if she had a concern about a child in her care. There is a sound settling-in procedure, and this helps younger children to feel comfortable and secure in their surroundings. The childminder's home is safe and secure, as a daily risk assessment of the house and garden is carried out before children arrive, to promote their safety and well- being. A suitable range of risk assessments covering all aspects of the daily routine, including outings, are implemented.

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the early years provision

The childminder has developed open relationships with children and their parents and carers so that continuity of care and learning is ongoing. Parents are provided with written information about the setting, which includes some general policies and procedures, outlining how the service is managed. However, information regarding parental responsibility is not obtained and affects children's well-being. The childminder has a sound awareness of children's individual routine needs, which ensures that they receive appropriate support. A daily written diary detailing children's routines and activities is offered to parents, and there is also time at the beginning and end of the day for verbal discussions. Parents are able to see their child's progress records at any time. This has a positive impact on children’s overall care and development. Observations are undertaken on a regular basis to record children's accomplishments and the progress they make. However, this information

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the early years provision

is not yet used effectively to identify the next stage of learning, which impacts on children's learning.

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the early years provision

The childminder is beginning to self-evaluate her service to identify the strengths and areas for improvement. However, the systems in place are not fully effective, which could hinder continuous improvement and impact on the quality of service provided to children in her care. Parents have been asked their views about the care their children receive and all have responded positively. The childminder is keen to improve the quality of her service.

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and outcomes for children

All children are included and valued, as the childminder finds out information from the parents about their daily routines and preferences; this is used to provide a welcoming and familiar environment for children in which they can play and learn in comfort. She has an awareness of what children like and what they are interested in and uses this knowledge appropriately to ensure that they access age and stage appropriate resources that support their learning.

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and outcomes for children

Children access a wide range of toys and play opportunities in the bright and attractive conservatory, which is a dedicated play room. Children make steady This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 progress as they enjoy their play while being supported by the childminder. A range of good quality resources provide children with opportunities to explore and investigate and to develop across all areas of learning. The systems in place to plan for the children's learning and development are generally linked to the expectations of the Early Years Foundation Stage and therefore help children to achieve. The childminder supports children's individual needs well. Children are able to develop their awareness of diversity because they use toys such as books and small world figures that reflect other cultures. Planning reflects activities that are linked to a range of festivals throughout the year.

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and outcomes for children

Good hygiene practices help to minimise the risk of cross-infection in the home. For example, children learn about the importance of good personal hygiene by washing hands before meals and snacks and after toileting or playing outdoors. They have individual hand towels and access to liquid soap. Routines are in place to ensure children benefit from fresh air and opportunities to become active. Daily walks within the local community provide children with opportunities to develop physical skills and a positive attitude to exercise. The childminder also uses this time to introduce safety routines and to talk about the environment. 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 2 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 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 3 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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