Childminder in North Somerset

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12/02/2013 15/03/2010

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early years provision

This inspection: 3 Previous inspection: 3 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children 3 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 3

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This provision is satisfactory

 Appropriate partnerships are established with other early years providers.  The childminder has developed strong and caring relationships with the children. Therefore, children are confident and relaxed in the welcoming environment.  There is a suitable balance of child initiated and adult led activities to excite children's curiosity and to support them in their next stages of learning.

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It is not yet good because

 The childminder has not informed Ofsted of a new person living at the premises.  The childminder has not kept an accurate record of children's attendance.  Monitoring of children's progress is not sufficient to track children's achievements across all areas of learning.  Parents are not fully involved in contributing their thoughts and views to children's learning and development, such as home achievements, to influence future planning.

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Information about this inspection

Inspections of registered early years provision are scheduled:  at least once in every inspection cycle. The current cycle ends on 31 July 2016  more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged as inadequate  brought forward in the inspection cycle where Ofsted has received information that suggests the provision may not be meeting the legal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage; or where assessment of the provision identifies a need for early inspection  prioritised for inspection where we have received information that the provision is not meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and which suggests children may not be safe  at the completion of an investigation into failure to comply with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Information about this inspection

The provision is also registered on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. This report includes a judgment about compliance with the requirements of that register.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children at play inside the setting.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder's interactions with the children while they played and during care practices.  The inspector talked with the children and childminder at appropriate times.  The inspector sampled documentation.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 1994. She lives with her husband, two adult children and lodger in the village of Langford, North Somerset. All areas of the home are used for childminding and there is an enclosed back garden for outside play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There are currently 11 children on roll; of whom five are in the early years age group.

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must:

 inform Ofsted of changes to persons living on childminding premises  keep a daily record of the names of all children being cared for and the hours they actually attend

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 include further parents' thoughts on children's starting points and home achievements to influence future planning

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 improve systems to assess children's progress for example, through tracking children's achievements from their starting points alongside their stage of development to ensure progress is balanced across the seven areas of learning.

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who attend

The childminder plans exciting experiences to focus children's attention, such as decorating pancakes to celebrate Shrove Tuesday. Children make their own decisions alongside planned activities. They access toys and resources independently, such as interactive cause and effect toys. Children press buttons excitedly to initiate the music and flashing lights. Children play cooperatively sharing the dough between them to create snakes to celebrate Chinese New Year. Children manipulate the dough well squashing, stretching and rolling it to make an appropriate shape. Children make comments exploring language appropriately, such as 'he bit me' and 'he has a big mouth'. Children enjoy using a variety of equipment to develop their early writing skills. For example, they draw circles to enclose space so that they can use strokes and circles to represent the topping for their pancake. Children learn about the world as they explore toy cars and garage. They use

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who attend

their imagination well to create stories and develop appropriate language skills.

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who attend

The childminder takes appropriate steps to monitor children's progression. She works closely with parents to share any concerns so that they can access appropriate support. The childminder shares a summary of two-year-old children's progress with parents. The childminder makes some appropriate observations of the activities children engage in to identify learning priorities although she does not sufficiently evaluate these to show progress. The childminder does not consistently invite parents to share children's home achievements to influence her future planning.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children enjoy their time with the childminder in a welcoming environment as she has established caring relationships with them. There are plenty of good quality toys and resources for children to choose independently. Parents comment that their children have a 'happy time with plenty of toys' and that they 'enjoy the family environment'. The childminder knows the children well and identifies tell-tale signs that children are tired, such as rubbing their ears. The childminder cuddles children rocking them while they have their bottle and puts them to sleep comfortably with their personal comfort blankets. Generally, children's behaviour is good. The childminder addresses unacceptable behaviour appropriately and explains to the children possible consequences and dangers of throwing books. She distracts children well holding them close to read a story together.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children learn about keeping themselves clean and healthy as the childminder has established appropriate routines. For example, she carefully considers hygiene as she changes children's nappies, such as sterilising the changing mat after use. The childminder is responsive to children's babble and chats consistently with the children as she changes their nappies. Consequently, children are beginning to acquire the skills for their future learning.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

The childminder encourages children to sample different foods, such as pancakes, and they become aware of likes and dislikes. For example, a child takes a bite of a pancake, screws his face up and discards it matching it back where it came from. Children are pleased with their accomplishments and cheer at their success. Parents provide healthy lunches, which are stored appropriately. Children access their drinks independently when they become thirsty as they are in easy reach on a low table. Children enjoy being outside and active when they visit the park and use large play equipment to challenge their physical skills.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Most children are aware of how to keep themselves safe in an emergency as they regularly complete an appropriate fire drill. The childminder is focused on supporting children to identify possible dangers when they walk to school and frequently discusses road safety and where is safe to cross.

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provision

Generally, the childminder has a satisfactory understanding of most of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. For example, she has sufficient knowledge of possible indicators of child protection issues and procedures to follow should she have concerns about a child in her care. However, an accurate record of children's daily attendance is not kept as contracted times are recorded rather than the actual time children arrive and depart. The childminder has not notified Ofsted that an additional adult is currently living at her home where childminding takes place so that Ofsted can carry out suitability checks. These are also requirements of the Childcare Register.Consequently, the childminder has not implemented appropriate measures to maintain children's well-being. In contrast, the premises are safe and secure as the childminder carries out effective risk assessments of all areas accessed by the children so that they can move freely and

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provision

independently. There are clear arrangements established to enable authorised adults to collect children.

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provision

Parents comment favourably about the childminding service. They value the time the childminder gives to liaising with other early years settings to enable continuity in children's welfare, learning and development. Parents have access to relevant policies and procedures that underpin the satisfactory service provided.

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provision

The childminder has acceptable systems in place to evaluate and monitor the provision. She has regular contact with the local authority advisors to improve the service provided, such as reviewing policies and procedures. The childminder has adequate understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of the provision. For example, she accurately identifies her strength as providing a welcoming environment with a broad range of experiences. The childminder correctly identifies possible improvements to the service she provides, such as managing her time better to improve children's assessment arrangements to show clearly that children are developing in line with their stage of development. The childminder monitors the planning and assessment arrangements satisfactorily.

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The Childcare Register

The requirements for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are

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actions)

The requirements for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are

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To meet the requirements of the Childcare Register the provider must:

 inform Ofsted of the name and date of birth of persons living on childminding premises  keep a daily record of the hours children actually attend  take action as specified for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register

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Grade Judgement Description

Grade 1 Outstanding Outstanding provision is highly effective in meeting the needs of all children exceptionally well. This ensures that children are very well prepared for the next stage of their learning. Grade 2 Good Good provision is effective in delivering provision that meets the needs of all children well. This ensures children are ready for the next stage of their learning. Grade 3 Satisfactory Satisfactory provision is performing less well than expectations in one or more of the key areas. It requires improvement in order to be good. Grade 4 Inadequate Provision that is inadequate requires significant improvement and/or enforcement. The provision is failing to give children an acceptable standard of early years education and/or is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be inspected again within 12 months of the date of this inspection.

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Grade Judgement Description

Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider does not meet the requirements for registration.

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Inspection

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under Sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and care, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 118464 Local authority North Somerset Inspection number 842755 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 11

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Telephone number

set out in the guidance ‘raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted', which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk.

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Type of provision

For the purposes of this inspection the following definitions apply:

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Type of provision

Full-time provision is that which operates for more than three hours. These are usually known as nurseries, nursery schools and pre-schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the higher fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Sessional provision operates for more than two hours but does not exceed three hours in any one day. These are usually known as pre-schools, kindergartens or nursery schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the lower fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Childminders care for one or more children where individual children attend for a period of more than two hours in any one day. They operate from domestic premises that are usually their own home. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Type of provision

Out of school provision may be sessional or full-time provision and is delivered before or after school and/or in the summer holidays. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. Where children receive their Early Years Foundation Stage in school these providers do not have to deliver the learning and development requirements in full but should complement the experiences children receive in school. 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,

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Type of provision

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Type of provision

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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