Childminder in Wiltshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY398466 Inspection date 24/05/2010 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 applied for registration in 2009. She lives with her teenage daughter in Trowbridge, Wiltshire. Childminding predominantly takes place on the ground floor. There is an enclosed rear garden to facilitate physical play and the spare room on the first floor can accommodate a sleeping baby.

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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. She is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There are currently six children on roll of which three are in the early years age range. The family have a pet rabbit.

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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

Children are settled and play happily in an inclusive environment. Children make good progress in their learning as they enjoy being with the childminder who observes them closely to be well aware of their individual needs and interests. Good organisation and motivation of the childminder ensure that children have positive experiences and are well cared for in a safe environment where their health care is of a high standard. The home is organised to enable children to choose from a good range of attractive indoor and outdoor resources. Overall, the childminder works in close partnership with families, other agencies and providers so that children's learning and welfare needs are effectively met. The childminder has not yet completed any self-evaluation to identify strengths and weaknesses and further secure continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop systems for recording children's progress making links to the EYFS and planning for next steps.  develop systems for self-evaluation

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the early years provision

The childminder is well organised to ensure the children's welfare and learning. Detailed policies and procedures are effectively implemented for the safe and efficient management of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). All required records are efficiently maintained so that children are well safeguarded and their needs are securely met. The childminders use of detailed risk assessment for the house, garden and specific types of outings minimises hazards for children. The childminder ensures children are not left alone with non-vetted persons and has This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 good knowledge about child protection and is clear about her responsibility to report any concerns. Effective steps are taken to promote children’s good health and well-being, to prevent the spread of infection and to care for children when they are ill.

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the early years provision

Partnerships with parents and others are effective. The childminder engages effectively with parents and carers to provide a caring, flexible service. Families receive good information about the early years provision and are well informed about their children’s achievements and progress. The childminder has a suitable understanding of how to liaise with external agencies. She works with other providers delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage by sharing the children's achievements and any concerns in regular conversations.

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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. The childminder has not yet begun to evaluate her provision to identify her strengths and areas for further development.

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and outcomes for children

Children benefit from the childminder's detailed knowledge of their individual needs. This enables them to build strong, trusting relationships so that, from a young age, they become confident, independent and curious to try out new activities and experiences. The childminder's home is well organised to give children the freedom to move around to take part in different activities. For example, children have good opportunities to play creatively with varied resources, including small world play, puzzles and books. They concentrate for a long time blowing bubbles and watching them as they float away into the sky. Children confidently share with the inspector what they have learnt, for example, they talk about honey bees dying after they have stung somebody but wasps live on.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and relaxed in the childminder's company. They have independent access to a range of good quality resources, giving them choice in their play. The childminder observes children to assess their progress and find out about their interests. The childminder has begun to record children's progress in their learning journals, making links to the EYFS and the areas of learning, however, she is not yet regularly looking at the next steps in their learning for each child. Children benefit from the childminder's enthusiasm and her thoughtful interaction and involvement in their activities. She encourages early language development as she talks with them throughout the day and actively listens to them when they speak to her. The childminder meaningfully encourages children to learn about diversity as they consider the needs of one another.

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and outcomes for children

Children's welfare is well supported in practice. They learn the importance of a healthy diet as the childminder talks to them about the food they eat, mostly This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 provided by the parents. Drinking water is freely available during the day, ensuring children stay hydrated. Well-established routines for hand cleaning, including use of individual towels, help children to learn about good personal hygiene. Young children show that they feel safe as they confidently separate from parents and confidently speak to the inspector. They begin to learn how to keep themselves and others safe as they regularly follow road safety on outings, wearing high visibility jackets and wrist bands. The childminder has a calm and friendly manner and is a positive role model for the children. They follow this lead to begin to learn to be polite, share toys and willingly take turns so that their behaviour is good.

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and outcomes for children

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 2 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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