Pybus, Margaret

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY348691 Inspection date 15/03/2010 Inspector Karen Marie Tervit

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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 has been registered since April 2007. She lives with her husband and daughter aged eight years old. The ground floor of the premises and the upstairs bathroom are used for childminding. There is an enclosed rear garden available for outdoor 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, no more than three of which may be in the early years range. She is currently minding one child in the early years age group. Children attend on a part-time basis. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She 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 inadequate.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder provides a friendly and welcoming environment for all children and their families. Adequate procedures are in place to gather sufficient information about children's individual needs from parents. Children take part in an suitable range of activities which cover most areas of learning. However, the childminder has not developed her understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage, consequently she does not have procedures in place to support children's individual progression towards the early learning goals. She has not started to monitor her provision and promote continuous development.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the early years provision requires significant improvement. The registered person is given a Notice to Improve that sets out actions to be carried out.

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further?

To comply with the requirements of the EYFS the registered person must take the following action by the specified date:

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further?

 develop understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage in order to plan and provide experiences which are appropriate to each child's stage of development and cover all areas of learning (Organisation) 30/04/2010

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further?

 undertake sensitive observational assessments in order to plan to meet young children’s individual needs (Organisation) 30/04/2010

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further?

 develop effective systems to ensure that the individual needs of all children are met, with particular reference to systems for self-evaluation and reflective practice. (Organisation) 30/04/2010 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 To improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 update the record of risk assessment to include individual outings and trips  access a copy of the government booklet 'What to do if you are worried a child is being abused'  further develop resources and activities to help children to begin to know about other people's cultures and beliefs.  develop the recording of the emergency evacuation procedure.

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the early years provision

Children are appropriately safeguarded. For example, the childminder is aware of signs and symptoms that indicate abuse and neglect. Her child protection policy is clear and includes details of the steps she would take if she had concerns about a child. However, a copy of the government booklet 'What to do if you are worried a child is being abused' is not easily accessible to her. Appropriate risk assessments are carried out to reduce the likelihood of accidents and the childminder teaches children to take an active part in staying safe. For example, they take part in fire drills to raise their awareness of what to do in an emergency. However, there are no written records of risk assessments for individual outings or records of when fire drills have taken place.

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the early years provision

All essential records and written policies are in place and parents are given these to read so that they are aware of them. However, the childminder does not have copies of the Statutory Framework or Practice Guidance for the Early Years Foundation Stage. Consequently, effective procedures to observe, assess and plan for each child are not in place. The childminder has not begun to reflect on her practice or complete any form of self-evaluation. Recommendations raised at the previous inspection have been mostly positively addressed, with electrical sockets now being inaccessible to children; however, resources and activities to raise children's awareness of diversity are still limited. The childminder has no children attending with special educational needs and/or disabilities; however, she demonstrates a positive attitude towards including all children in her provision. The childminder provides easily accessible resources and toys for them to play with and

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the early years provision

there is lots of room for children to move around in.

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the early years provision

Partnership with parents is sound. Contracts are used to set out clearly the expectations of both parties, with daily discussions keeping parents and the childminder fully informed of children's recent experiences. Parents have very positive views of the childminder and comment that children are ‘safe and happy’. There are currently no children attending who receive Early Years Foundation Stage provision elsewhere. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and settled in the childminder's care. However, the childminder's limited understanding of the Early Year Foundation Stage means that she does not have any procedures in place to make observational assessments or to plan for children's next steps in learning. This does not promote children's development towards the early learning goals. Children do take part in a suitable range of activities both inside and outside of the home, which cover most areas of learning. The childminder sits with them and supports them as they play. Young children's attempts at communication are recognised and encouraged as the childminder responds well, repeating words and praising their efforts.

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and outcomes for children

Children benefit from a suitable range of opportunities to have fresh air and physical exercise. They go for walks in the village, visit the local play park and play in the garden on ride-on toys. Regular visits to toddler groups provide children with opportunities to socialise with their peers and take part in fun activities. The children have some opportunities to learn about the world around them as they talk about different cultures. However, further resources and activities to promote their awareness of diversity are not in place. They enjoy feeding the birds and watching them when they eat the food. They use their imagination skills as they take their 'babies' for a walk and enjoy pressing the buttons on the calculator.

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and outcomes for children

Children's health and wellbeing is satisfactorily promoted. Parents provide children's meals. The childminder takes appropriate steps to prevent the spread of infection and encourages good personal hygiene routines through her simple explanations, consistent routines and role modelling. Children learn to keep themselves safe, such as learning about road safety as they walk to and from school. Very young children are securely strapped into their buggies. Children behave well in the childminder's care and respond positively towards her. The childminder has realistic expectations in accordance with each child's age and stage of development and is a good role model for them. 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 4

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 4 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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