Muller-Haas, Anna Rose

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY438544 Inspection date 17/04/2012 Inspector Elaine Douglas

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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 registered in 2011. She lives with her partner and three children in Portbury, North Somerset. The whole of the ground floor, plus two bedrooms and the bathroom on the first floor, are used for childminding. There is an enclosed garden for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children under eight at any one time, of these, two may be within the early years age group. The childminder supports children who are learning English as an additional language. She holds a certificate in childcare and education.

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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

The childminder provides an effective environment and good interaction. This enables all children to make good progress in their learning and development. Through the good partnership with parents and other providers, the childminder meets children's individual needs and ensures an inclusive provision. Overall, children remain safe through good procedures and supervision, and develop satisfactory hygiene practices. Good systems of self-evaluation identify most priorities for development and ensure continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 extend the systems of self-evaluation in order to identify more accurately the setting's strengths and priorities for development that will improve the quality of provision for all children  improve the hand washing procedures to ensure children obtain a good understanding of healthy hygiene practices and how these contribute to good health  carry out regular evacuation drills and record the details in a fire log book of any problems encountered and how they were resolved

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the early years provision

The childminder effectively implements a wide range of written safeguarding policies to protect and promote children's welfare. She has a good understanding of her safeguarding policy and has recently attended training. The childminder This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 carries out good risk assessments throughout the premises. She uses stair gates to prevent children accessing the stairs and unsupervised areas. Children are strapped into seats to sit safely at the dining room table. Young children sleep safely in a cot, while under supervision from a monitor. The childminder protects children's health through keeping her premises and resources clean. All required documentation is in place and stored confidentially. The childminder has clear emergency evacuation procedures, which she discussed with a fire prevention officer. However, she has not practised them to identify any problems.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a good capacity for continuous improvement. She has long-term plans to extend the services she provides. The childminder meets regularly with other providers to discuss and share good practice. She is currently developing her system of recording children's achievements to monitor more accurately their progress. The childminder successfully identifies her development needs and attends appropriate training. She talks to parents to gain their feedback on her provision. However, her systems of self-evaluation are not sufficiently robust to identify all weaknesses.

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the early years provision

The childminder organises her premises effectively to give children good space to play and equal access to resources. They access a wide range of appropriate resources, which promote all areas of their development. For example, a child selects a three-dimensional puzzle and experiments with taking it apart and putting it back together. The childminder follows good procedures to ensure inclusion for all children and their families. The resources reflect diversity and enable children to foster a respect for their own cultures and beliefs, and those of other people. Children regularly initiate their own learning and enjoy adult-led activities, such as stories and musical instruments. The childminder makes good use of local facilities and her garden to promote children's physical development and knowledge of the natural world.

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the early years provision

Parents receive good information on all the childminder's policies and procedures, and the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder uses daily verbal and written communication to ensure she meets children's individual needs. She works closely with parents to support children who are learning English as an additional language. The childminder liaises with the local school to provide consistent care and learning. Parents receive equal access to information in whichever way is their preference.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy in the childminder's home and develop good skills for their future. They independently explore the resources and are confident to approach the childminder for help. Children develop a love of books through independent access and by using them in adult-led activities. For example, they use an interactive book to select nursery rhymes; they then join in with the actions and songs. Children become confident communicators, and develop a positive awareness of different languages and other cultures. The childminder talks to This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 children about the origins of items, such as instruments, so they gain a good awareness of the wider world.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy their learning and the childminder provides just the right amount of support to enable them to succeed. She praises their achievements, so children are eager to try new skills and are motivated to persevere. The childminder makes regular observations of children's achievements and monitors their progress. She has a good awareness of children's next stages of learning and provides appropriate experiences to promote them. The childminder provides good interaction; demonstrating how to use equipment and giving children plenty of time to learn for themselves. She joins in with their games, extending their imagination in role-play.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder encourages children to take care of the environment and equipment. She makes tidying up the toys a fun learning experience, so children are willing to help. For example, they count to make sure they have all the puzzle pieces and race to fill up their bag with bricks first. The childminder praises children's positive behaviour and consequently they behave well. Children demonstrate that they feel safe and secure in the childminder's home. They are relaxed and confidently approach her for cuddles. Young children appropriately demonstrate when they are tired or hungry and know that the childminder will meet their needs.

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and outcomes for children

Children develop a suitable awareness of healthy practices. They enjoy a range of healthy snacks and drink plenty of fresh water. However, children gain a limited awareness of good hygiene practices; they do not always wash their hands before eating or after having their nappy changed. Children regularly explore the outdoor environment and develop their physical skills. They dress appropriately for the weather and enjoy exploring puddles and planting seeds. Children have a good understanding of safe practices. Through a range of stories, they discuss stranger danger, road and fire safety, and safety in the garden. 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 3 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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