Childminder in Medway

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY356204 Inspection date 10/05/2012 Inspector Jane Wakelen

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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

There were no children on roll when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children on roll, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states if the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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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 2007. She lives with her husband and two children in Rochester, Kent. The whole ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding and there is an enclosed garden for outside play. The family have a dog as a pet. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time; of these, no more than two may be within the early years age range. There are currently no children on roll in the early years age group at present. The childminder also provides care to children aged over five years to 11 years. This provision is registered on the Early Years Register and on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder walks or drives to local schools to take and collect children. She is registered with Sure Start.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has a strong awareness of safeguarding children and has a written policy and procedure in place. She has attended training recently, enabling her to keep her knowledgeup-to-date. She has put several strategies in place to protect children. For example, she has wrist bands for children's security when on outings and has cards for the parents to carry detailing the childminder's information. The childminder provides children with information to enable them to learn about keeping themselves safe, including road safety and stranger danger. Through discussion, the childminder is able to explain the procedure to follow if she has any concerns regarding children in her care. She has carried out a full risk assessment of her home and has measures in place to ensure a safe environment for children. She holds a current, first aid qualification and has systems in place to request permission from parents to seek emergency medical advice or treatment.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a sound knowledge of equality and diversity. She is able to explain how to promote inclusion within her home, using a good range of resources to reflect different cultures and disability. The childminder has a system in place to obtain all the relevant information from the parents, to enable her to meet children's individual needs. The childminder has a written policy in place and explains how she uses a positive approach to behaviour management.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder explains how she values working in partnership with the parents and other providers or outside agencies. She demonstrates a good understanding of the importance of keeping parents informed about their child's daily activities and care. The childminder has a set of policies in place to share with parents and understands the importance of obtaining the necessary consents in writing so that children's well-being is promoted. The childminder has a system in place to make observations and a process to share assessment files the parents so that they can contribute to their children's leanring. The childminder demonstrates through discussion her knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and how she would support children's learning and development. She explains how she would record written observations for all areas of learning, and has pre-selected documents to This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

use to record this information. The childminder is registered with Sure Start and will use the various activities they provide to engage children in her care.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of how to promote children's healthy lifestyles through daily, outside play. She explains how she will encourage children to use her garden, which is safe and enclosed, giving children the opportunity for regular fresh air. Through discussion the childminder demonstrates how she will promote exercise and fresh air to support a healthy lifestyle. The childminder has a good knowledge of healthy eating and of the types of food options to provide to ensure children learn to make healthy choices. She understands the importance of promoting personal hygiene routines and will provide each child with separate, colour-coded, hand-towels.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has taken action to keep informed of new legislation and attends additional training to keep her skills and knowledge up-to-date. She has addressed the recommendation raised at her last inspection by extending her resources which reflect diversity. She plans to evaluate the provision she provides and will monitor its effectiveness to promote continuous improvement and outcomes for children.

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Compliance with registration requirements

The registered person continues 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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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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