Childminder in Bradford

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY441033 Inspection date 30/07/2012 Inspector Rachel Ayo

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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 2012. She lives in the Cottingley area of Bingley, in West Yorkshire with her partner and child aged one year. The whole ground floor of the property is used for childminding and children have access to a garden. Local amenities include shops, parks, schools, nurseries and a library, and the childminder's premises are situated close to transport links. The childminder has four cats.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register to care for a maximum of five children under the age of eight years, no more than two of whom may be in the early years age group. There are currently two children attending in this age group on a full-time basis. The childminder is able to take children to and from pre-school, schools and nurseries and is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are clearly at ease in the childminder's home, and their welfare is promoted suitably in most aspects, although certain requirements are not fully met. Systems for observation, assessment and planning are adequate overall, although they are not fully embedded in certain aspects. Children's individual needs are appropriately met as a result of positive partnership working with parents, although the systems for linking with other providers or professionals are not fully established. Systems for self-evaluation are in the early stages at present, however, plans for the future are suitably identified and suitable progress has been made since registration.

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further?

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

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further?

 take all reasonable steps to ensure that hazards to children - both indoors and outdoors - are kept to a minimum, with particular reference to the accessibility of sharp implements and alcohol (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) (also applies to the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register) 13/08/2012

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further?

 ensure the daily record of the names of the children being looked after on the premises includes accurate hours of attendance (Documentation) (also applies to the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register). 13/08/2012 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 To further improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 fully support children's learning and development by finding out what they know and can do when they first attend and develop systems for monitoring any gaps in children's learning and the curriculum  improve partnership working with other providers or professionals in order to fully ensure a coherent approach to children's care and education.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a clear understanding of child protection issues in terms of her knowledge of possible signs and symptoms of abuse or neglect. Her Local Safeguarding Children Board (LSCB) guidelines are displayed clearly on a notice board ensuring that advice can be sought promptly. Consequently, children's welfare is promoted. Risk assessments are generally appropriate in identifying and minimising hazards to keep children safe. However, not all reasonable steps have been taken to ensure that some hazards are kept to a minimum. This is a breach of a statutory legal requirement and specifically relates to sharp implements and bottles of wine which are stored at a low level. However, the risk is reduced due to close supervision by the childminder. Children are kept safe in the event of an emergency through regular evacuation drills and equipment, such as a travel first aid kit, which helps promote safety suitably on outings. Photographs of individuals

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the early years provision

ensure the safe collection of children which promotes their welfare.

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the early years provision

Most documentation is well organised in each child's personal file and accident records are completed in detail. This helps to ensure the efficient and safe management of the provision. Although, children's exact hours of attendance are not accurately recorded which is a breach of a legal requirement. Space and resources are organised satisfactorily in order to enable children to make choices about their play and learning and good use is made of external facilities to enhance children's experiences. All children are treated equally and fairly to ensure inclusion and a suitable range of resources supports this.

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the early years provision

Visits from local authority advisors are used as part of the childminder's adequate self-evaluation systems. Areas highlighted for improvement are positively acted upon and ideas are discussed with others within groups or shared outings. Areas for future development, for instance, the outdoor space and training are adequately identified to improve outcomes for children.

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the early years provision

Parents are informed about all aspects of the provision before their child attends, and there are suitable arrangements for them to share what they know about their child. Ongoing information is exchanged appropriately through conversations at the beginning and end of each day. This includes details about children's progress and how parents can support learning at home. In addition, learning journals can be viewed at any time. Pre-inspection questionnaires for parents reflect very positive comments about the provision. Basic information is exchanged with This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 parents where families are involved with other professionals or are going to be leaving for school. Although, links have not been established by the childminder in order to fully meet children's individual needs and ensure a coherent approach.

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and outcomes for children

Children are confident to explore a suitably organised environment in which they access an adequate range of accessible resources. The childminder is clearly aware of their interests and next steps which she informally incorporates in her provision. For example, as a result of an interest in trains a visit was planned to see the steam trains. Observations are undertaken regularly, however, there are no systems for establishing children's starting points or for effectively monitoring any gaps in their learning and the curriculum. This impacts on the childminder being able to fully build on children's learning progressively, given what they already know and can do.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder positively interacts with children to support their learning. She introduces mathematical concepts as she asks them to count how many spots there are as they look at a story book. Children also readily use language, such as 'big', as they describe the size of certain spots. The childminder helps children to solve problems and learn about shape, space and measure as they construct a train track. As children make marks on a drawing board demonstrating good fine motor skills the childminder helps them to write their name. Children learn about nature and their environment through engaging in nature trails and observing tadpoles turning into frogs. Their language development is supported through appropriate questioning and challenge. Children behave appropriately and suitable strategies are used to reinforce their understanding as they learn about staying safe. For example, they are reminded not to stand on chairs or stand up on the

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and outcomes for children

Children are sociable with others and learn to appreciate the similarities between themselves and others through a reasonable range of resources. Children are provided with a suitable variety of meals and snacks to help them stay healthy and are actively encouraged to eat fruit and vegetables. They have access to a good variety of outings in the community. These include visiting the airport, farm and sensory room at a local nursery and attending fun days, physical activity groups and music groups. This means they benefit from plenty of fresh air and exercise. Appropriate hygiene routines are modelled and encouraged by the childminder to minimise cross-infection and help children learn about healthy lifestyles. For example, children are reminded to use the soap when they wash their hands before eating or after using the toilet. 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 3 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 3 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 3 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 3

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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 (Records to be kept) (also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register) 13/08/2012

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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) (also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register). 13/08/2012

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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 (Records to be kept) (also applies to the compulsory part of the Childcare Register) 13/08/2012

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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) (also applies to the compulsory part of the Childcare Register). 13/08/2012

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