Childminder in Bradford

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number 302228 Inspection date 16 May 2005 Inspector Shaheen Matloob

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Type of inspection Childcare Type of care Childminding

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This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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ABOUT THIS INSPECTION

The purpose of this inspection is to assure government, parents and the public of the quality of childcare and, if applicable, of nursery education. The inspection was carried out under Part XA Children Act 1989 as introduced by the Care Standards Act 2000 and, where nursery education is provided, under Schedule 26 of the School Standards and Framework Act 1998. This report details the main strengths and any areas for improvement identified during the inspection. The judgements included in the report are made in relation to the outcomes for children set out in the Children Act 2004; the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding; and, where nursery education is provided, the Curriculum guidance for the foundation stage. The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration or 1 April 2004 whichever is the later.

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough For more information about early years inspections, please see the booklet Are you ready for your inspection? which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are good. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder has been registered for approximately five years. She lives with her partner and three children, one of whom is at university. Currently she has five children under eight on the register. They live in a semi detached house in the Wrose area of Shipley, Bradford. Local amenities such as shops, schools, library and a park are all within walking distance. The areas of the house used for childminding are the whole of the ground floor including a conservatory for over eights and the bathroom on the first floor. There is a fully enclosed garden to the rear of the house available for outdoor play. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association and member of the childminding network. Children have access to parent

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 and toddler groups and outings on a daily basis.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is good. Children enjoy a wide range of activities which contribute to their good health. They are able to enjoy activities both indoors and outdoors such as trampoline, sit and ride toys and games which help them develop control, balance and co ordination of their bodies. Regular visits and outings to parent and toddler groups as well as the local park ensure children's physical skills are improved. Children enjoy the activities and resources available and the childminder's good understanding of their individual needs and the types of activities and support given to children gives them confidence to ask questions and know when to ask for help. Children are cared for in a clean, safe and welcoming home where they learn the importance of good personal hygiene through discussion and daily routines. Children learn about the reasons for hand washing and they are provided with individual wipes

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Helping children to be healthy

to minimise the spread of infection. Children benefit from a healthy diet. The childminder ensures that children are provided with a range of varied meals and snacks that are appetising and nutritious; these comply with all special dietary requirements and parents wishes to ensure children's healthy growth and development. Children are offered drinks throughout the day and encouraged to ask for further drinks if required.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. Children are cared for in a safe and clean home where space is organised to meet their needs realistically and where regular risk assessments are carried out to ensure children are able to move around safely and independently. The childminder gives high priority to ensuring that the safety of children is paramount and their developing abilities are taken into account. Outings and visits are conducted safely and children understand and learn about the importance of keeping safe. Children independently self select activities from a wide range of safe, good quality, age appropriate toys and resources. These are organised well at child height level to encourage children to make informed choices and self select to encourage independence skills. The protection and welfare of children is her first priority and the childminder understands her role in child protection. She is able to put her good knowledge and

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. Children are settled and confident with good levels of self esteem. Children have positive relationships with the childminder and show interest in what they do and their individual needs are met through the childminders sound knowledge of their capabilities. She offers dedicated support and encouragement to help children make good progress. Children are able to develop their social skills through regular attendance at the local parent and toddler group and other varied outings. Exploration with baking helps children to develop their creative skills through cooking, smelling and tasting. Children are encouraged to express themselves freely as the cm encourages the use of books and supports their interests

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is good. The childminder provides a good range of interesting activities and resources to promote children's understanding of diversity and the wider society. Festivals and special events are promoted to foster the differences and similarities of others. Children have full access to all equipment regardless of gender and specific information about children's needs is recorded and adhered to. All children are valued and treated with equal concern. Their needs are met through regular discussion with parents and daily routines are followed well. Established routines ensure that children eat and rest when it is appropriate in conjunction with parent’s wishes. Children are extremely well behaved, polite and well mannered. Clear and consistent expectations ensure that they know what is expected of them and are able to distinguish right from wrong. Children are able to feel good about themselves through appropriate praise and rewards for good behaviour.

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Organisation

The organisation is good. Children feel settled and at home with the well - organised environment, they are confident and secure in themselves and have the ability to initiate and develop their own play and learning. Policies and procedures are mostly organised well and used effectively to promote children's welfare care and learning of children, with the exception of medication records, which need minor amendments. Information is shared regularly with parents who are kept well informed of the service and their child's activities and progress. Written records and daily verbal discussion helps to contribute to the continuity of their child's care. Detailed systems are in place to ensure that children are kept safe and enable them to make good progress in all areas of development. The cm has attended several relevant courses to further enhance and up date her knowledge thus applying this knowledge to her practice and increase good quality

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Organisation

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 care for children. She has good partnerships between external agencies and they work together to meet children's needs. This means that, overall the needs of all children who attend are met.

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Improvements since the last inspection

The childminder was asked to devise documentation to improve the organisation of care and provide an appropriate range of resources to promote equality and anti discriminatory practice. She has made effective progress and has completed most records required to improve the organisation of care, however the medication records require minor amendments. A good range of interesting toys and resources reflecting equality and anti discriminatory practice are made available.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are good. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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The quality and standards of the care

To improve the quality and standards of care further the registered person should take account of the following recommendation(s): • extend medication records to also include dosage, time given and acknowledgement by the parent

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The quality and standards of the care

procedures set out in the leaflet Building better childcare: Compliments and concerns about inspectors' judgements which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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The quality and standards of the care

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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