Childminder in Bradford

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 302328 Inspection date 11/05/2010 Inspector Melissa Louise Patel

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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 with Ofsted since 1997. The provision is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is registered to care for six children, of which three can be in the early years age range. The childminder is currently caring for eight children, of which three are in the early years age range.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder lives with her husband and two children, one is aged 16 and one is an adult. They live in a split-level, semi-detached bungalow in Baildon. There are local shops, parks, woods and toddler groups within walking distance. The dining- kitchen, conservatory, living room and hallway are used for childminding and there is a garden available for outdoor play. The childminder is a member of the Bradford Childminding Network. She is quality assured through the local authority with the scheme Children Come First. The childminder has links with other early years provisions where children also attend.

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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 has not taken sufficient action to ensure that all aspects of safeguarding regulations are implemented, compromising some areas of children's welfare. The childminder has a good knowledge of the children's individual needs, which helps them progress well overall with their learning. Systems to keep children healthy are excellent, promoting their well-being. Partnerships with parents and other settings where children also attend, ensure regular dialogue is shared to support children well overall. Good evaluation systems identify most priorities and drive improvement, ensuring outcomes for children develop positively overall.

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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?

 ensure that all persons over 16 living in the household have a Criminal Record Bureau (CRB) check with Ofsted (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare). 18/05/2010

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further?

To improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 record the fire evacuation practice This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  further develop partnership working with other settings where children also attend to complement their learning.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a suitable understanding of her role with regard to keeping children safeguarded in many aspects, for example, she knows what to do if concerned about a child and written procedures are effective. However, the childminder has not completed the process to ensure all persons over 16, living in the household, have a suitable Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure with Ofsted, which is a breach of regulations and compromises children's safety. This breach is reflected in the judgements. Risk assessments are robust and minimise risks to children, inside and outdoors. Fire procedures are clear and practised with the children, although the practice has not been recorded. The space and resources in the environment are organised effectively overall to support children's learning and welfare. The childminder supports equality and diversity well, and there are resources available that reflect the differences in people positively. Systems in

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the early years provision

place that aid children's learning are good overall, to support their progress.

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the early years provision

The childminder supports the children she cares for well, through liaising with parents regularly to support children's care and learning. Policies and procedures, to support the operation of the childminding provision, are effective and shared with parents. Information is displayed on the noticeboard regarding the Early Years Foundation Stage. The children's development records are readily available and parents contribute to these through discussion, and they sign the development record. The childminder has established useful links with other provisions where children also attend, to support children's transition to these settings well overall. However, systems are not yet fully developed, to complement what children learn at other settings and therefore further extend their learning. In addition, the childminder works closely with other early years professionals to support the development of the provision for the future.

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the early years provision

Systems in place for monitoring and evaluating the provision are good overall. The childminder uses the Ofsted written evaluation to reflect on her practice, which impacts well on her ability to maintain continuous improvement and, therefore, the outcomes for children are positive overall, for example, the childminder has kept up to date with changes in regulations by attending courses linked to the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder has made good improvements, raised from the last inspection, for example, she has developed her resources and activities to promote equality and diversity, and she has ensured her certificate of registration is displayed for parents. She has developed effective systems to help support children's learning progress. These improvements support children's learning and welfare, and inclusive practice well. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children experience a good range of activities to help them progress across the areas of learning, for example, children are developing self-esteem and independence as they freely select from good quality resources that they enjoy. Children use their imagination as they explore the toy kitchen, using various props to support their play. They develop early communication skills as they experiment with puppets. They develop early reading skills as they look at books, supported well by the childminder. The childminder asks effective questions, such as ' Can you find the yellow and red counters?', and she asks children to repeat words and letter sounds. Children develop manipulative skills as they learn to operate simple equipment and take on and off small items of clothing from dolls.

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and outcomes for children

Children are developing a good understanding overall about the wider world and diverse communities, through using resources which are easily accessible, such as varied cultural dolls and multi-diverse figures. Pictures portraying positive images of people from a variety of backgrounds are on view. Children also use some good quality books reflecting diversity. In addition, children are learning about the Chinese New Year and some children have visited a mosque. Children also learn a few French words. This all helps children learn to value the differences in people well. Children behave safely and they respond appropriately to the childminder, for example, they respond to requests to come and have snack and they happily move around the environment. Children are learning appropriately about keeping themselves safe, through discussion about road safety and when out on outings.

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and outcomes for children

The observation and assessment arrangements in place work effectively overall, to support children and help them develop further, for example, through observing children and discussion with parents, plans are made to help children develop communication skills in a variety of contexts. Children are helped to extend their recognition of colours, develop physical skills and learn about the environment. Effective plans are in place to help children recognise numerals and count in order. Tracking systems ensure all areas of learning are covered to support children's progress towards the early learning goals. This is done well.

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and outcomes for children

Children are helped to stay healthy exceptionally well, as they are cared for in an environment which is hygienically maintained. They are learning how to prevent the spread of germs through being encouraged to frequently wash their hands. Children eat a range of healthy foods, such as vegetables, fruit and protein. In addition, children carry out baking activities where they can develop a variety of skills while enjoying making their own food. Children have excellent opportunities to have exercise outdoors, for example, children plant tomatoes and peppers, help dig and lay turf in the garden, and run, walk and climb. Children have regular outings to the park and some children attend a regular yoga class. These activities encourage the children to keep active and enjoy themselves, and they are starting to understand the benefits of a healthy lifestyle very well. 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 4 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 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 1 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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified above in the Early Years Register section of the report (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare). 18/05/2010

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified above in the Early Years Register section of the report (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare). 18/05/2010

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