Childminder in Leicestershire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 226072 Inspection date 01/02/2011 Inspector Patrcia King

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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 assesses 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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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 1997. She lives with her husband and a daughter aged 15 years in Oadby which is situated in Leicestershire. All of the ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed rear garden for outdoor play. The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. She takes children to the local library and park.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age group. She is currently minding a child in this age group. She also offers to care for children aged over five to 11 years. The provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities or children with English as an additional language are supported.

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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

This childminder organises her home and daily routines effectively to ensure that children are safe, secure and offered stimulating and varied activities across all areas of learning and development, both indoors and in the outdoor environment. She takes care to find out all the necessary details to meet children's individual needs, consequently, she knows them well. Children are happy, settled and confident in her care which means they make good progress overall. She fosters positive working relationships with parents providing them with good information about her service and their child's care and learning. She is well prepared to work closely with any other providers or agencies working with children to promote continuity of care and development. Systems to evaluate strengths and weaknesses are in place and the childminder is uses these effectively to drive and secure ongoing improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 maintain a risk assessment record of the aspects of the environment that need to be checked on a regular basis recording when and by whom these have been checked (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) (also applies to both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register) 15/02/2011

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should: This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  keep a record to demonstrate that risk assessments are reviewed before each outing.

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the early years provision

Children are safeguarded effectively because the childminder has a thorough understanding of child protection procedures and knows what to do to report any concerns. She describes how she promotes children's safety by undertaking robust risk assessments of her premises and any outings and by maintaining close supervision at all times. No hazards are observed within her home. However, she has not kept a record of the actions she takes to maintain safety and this is a breach of the Welfare requirements. A comprehensive and detailed range of written policies and procedures are in place to promote children's health, safety and welfare. Parents are provided with copies of this important information. All necessary records are maintained and parents receive written and verbal feedback of the children's daily care and learning journey. The childminder has formed strong partnerships with parents who feedback their comments which they feel

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the early years provision

fully informed and included them at all times. She has good strategies in place to establish effective partnerships with other providers and agencies working with children, such as, local schools. This promotes continuity of care which supports children's overall development and progress.

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the early years provision

The childminder gives careful consideration to the inclusion of all children and effectively organises activities and learning opportunities so that they are fully enabled to participate safely and confidently. She has established systems to sensitively observe and assess what children can do and uses the information gathered to effectively plan for children's next steps in their learning and development. She is committed to personal development and attends regular, relevant training to support her services. Systems to evaluate strengths and weaknesses are in place and the childminder uses these effectively to secure ongoing improvement.

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and outcomes for children

This childminder has arranged her home to provide a safe, secure, stimulating environment for children where toys, activities and resources are stored within easy reach to promote independence and choice. She has good understanding of how children learn through their play and offers creative and challenging opportunities to capture their interest and involvement. Children develop a sense of belonging and build positive relationships with this childminder and her family. Consequently, they feel confident to express themselves. For example, asking for a favourite story.

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and outcomes for children

Children's health and welfare are effectively promoted because the childminder is a good role model and helps children learn through daily routines. For example, children are learning why careful hand washing, after using the toilet and before This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 handling or eating food, is important to their good health. She talks to them about healthy eating and provides practical activities to promote their awareness such as growing fruit and vegetables and cooking. Children behave well are developing a clear understanding of what is right and wrong. They are learning to share, take turns, show care and concern for each other and keep sensible house rules agreed for their personal safety and well-being indoors and outdoors. They are learning to be safe as they practise road safety on outings and talk about stranger awareness.

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and outcomes for children

Children have many opportunities to use their imagination and creativity as they make models and pictures. They enjoy using the good range of books enthusiastically contributing to a familiar story shared with their peers. She provides a varied and well-planned programme of activities and uses local resources to extend children's learning opportunities through practical experience. For example, they visit parks, libraries and childcare groups where they find out about the world in which they live and their place in it. Records of activities show they are exploring and sharing experiences of their own and other lifestyles which means they are learning to respect and value differences. For example, they are celebrating Chinese New Year through stories, art and food.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder knows the children well, which means their individual needs and abilities are recognised and regarded to ensure all children are fully included and enabled to participate in the daily routines. The childminder has established systems to observe and assess children's progress, using the information gathered efficiently to recognise and plan consistently for children's next steps in their learning. 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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Early Years Foundation Stage

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: 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 in the early years section of the report (Suitability and Safety of Premises and Equipment) 15/02/2011

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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 in the early years section of the report (Suitability and Safety of Premises and Equipment). 15/02/2011

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