Childminder in South Gloucestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23/05/2013 Not Applicable

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: Not Applicable 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 2 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 2

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This provision is good

 Children are happy, relaxed and settled within the childminders welcoming home and enjoy many opportunities to engage in play outdoors.  The childminder takes positive steps to promote children's safety in the home and when on outings, making effective use of risk assessments.  Children's personal, social and emotional development is supported well, which enables them to form strong relationships with adults and children within the setting.  Parents have easy access to detailed information about all aspects of their child's care and learning, keeping them fully involved.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 There are many toys available, however, the drawer units storing these do not easily identify to children what is inside, to help them make choices in what they play with.  Reference books and writing materials are not always easily accessible to support activities, such as role play, to extend children's literacy skills.

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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

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Information about this inspection

 scheduled more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged 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 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  scheduled 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 activities within the childminder's home and garden.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at children's assessment records and planning documents and a sample of welfare records.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents and carers.  The inspector took account of the provider's self-evaluation.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives with her husband and three school-age children in Almondsbury, South Gloucestershire. The childminder's husband is also a registered childminder, but he is not currently actively childminding. Children have access to most areas of the home which includes a kitchen/diner on the ground floor and a lounge on the first floor, with toilet facilities on each level. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There are currently eight children on roll; four of these are in the early years age group.

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

 review the way in which toys and resources are organised to enable children to make more informed choices about what they play with

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

 provide more opportunities for children to gain early reading and pre-writing skills when involved in everyday activities and creative play.

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who attend

Children are motivated and keen to learn due to the good interaction they receive from the childminder. They enjoy a broad range of activities and experiences, which helps them to make good progress in all areas of learning. The childminder gathers detailed information from parents prior to children starting with her. This information, used alongside her own observations, means the childminder is able to plan and provide activities that reflect children's interests and build on what they already know and can do. For example, children regularly attend activity groups and go for outings in the local community to extend their personal, social and emotional development. The childminder monitors children's progress, which enables her to accurately plan for their next steps and identify any gaps in their learning. Parents are aware of the records that the childminder uses to keep track of children's progress. They are able to access a secure on-line website,

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who attend

which details the activities children are involved in and the progress they are making. This means that they are fully involved in their children's learning. The childminder is aware of the need to complete the two-year-old progress check when necessary. Children are confident communicators. They use language to express their feelings, share information and ask questions. They listen carefully to what the childminder has to say, following her instructions carefully. Children are encouraged to become increasingly independent as the childminder offers encouragement for them to have a go themselves. For example, when having their snack, she gives them a small box of raisins which they have to open themselves. This helps them to develop muscles in their hands and fingers, which in time will support them in using tools such as pencils and pens. This provides them with the skills they need for the next steps in their learning.

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who attend

Children benefit from the wide range of activities available outdoors. They climb up and slide down on the slide and enjoy exploring the sand. As they help to put the sand in the tray, they count the number of spades of sand they use, increasing their awareness of number order and value. Indoor play areas allow access to a broad range of toys and equipment, many in low-level drawer units, but it is not easy to see the content and there are limited labels. This means that children do not always know what is in each of them, limiting their ability to make informed choices about the equipment they use. A play tent is set up with cushions and books, encouraging children to choose to look at a book by themselves or with a friend. Children enjoy access to role play resources both indoors and out. This encourages them to use their imaginations and act out experiences from home. However, there are few references books, leaflets or writing resources available for

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who attend

children to use alongside these activities, to further promote their literacy skills.

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

Children settle well in the welcoming family home environment. They are happy and relaxed and form strong bonds with the childminder and her family. This is because the childminder has a good understanding of their individual needs and involves children in family life. Children are very polite and increasingly sensitive to the needs of each other. They learn to take turns and share as they play with the equipment. For example, older children wait patiently for younger child to have their turn on the slide. The childminder praises children for their patience as she understands this has sometimes been difficult for the children to do. This boosts their confidence and self-esteem. The childminder establishes clear boundaries and sticks to familiar daily routines, which helps children to feel secure.

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

Children benefit from being able to play indoors and out during the day. The outdoor play area is exciting and encourages children's full involvement with access to tents, ride on toys and sand play, as well as a wooden play house. Indoor there are a broad range of resources and activities available. Children engage in activities about festivals from around the world. They play with toys that positively reflect differences, and meet with others in various situations such as activity groups. This helps children learn to respect and value diversity and consider the needs of individuals.

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

The childminder places a high priority on keeping children safe and teaching children how to keep safe. She regularly reviews her risk assessment and takes steps to ensure the environment is suitable to meet the needs of the children attending. For example, a soft play mat used under the slide means that younger children are less likely to hurt themselves when playing. The childminder offers appropriate levels of supervision. Children frequently practise the emergency evacuation procedures so they are clear about what to do should an incident occur. The childminder keeps some emergency equipment and children's shoes in a bag close to the door, helping to ensure children are comfortable and protected during an evacuation. Positive practices followed by the childminder help to promote children's health. For example, she makes sure children have opportunities to engage in outdoor play and physical activities daily. Children enjoy healthy and nutritious

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

snacks and meals and the childminder encourages them to have drinks of water throughout the day. This helps them to become increasingly aware of the positive effects of a healthy diet on their long-term health.

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provision

The childminder has a confident understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements for both learning and development and welfare. She has effective systems to help her monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the provision in meeting individual children's needs. The childminder is keen to increase her own knowledge and skills to enable her to make positive changes in her own practice. She values the support of other early years professionals, who help her to identify and address areas for improvement. The childminder demonstrates a confident understanding of her role and responsibility with regards to child protection. She recognises the importance of being vigilant when caring for children and following appropriate procedures with any safeguarding concerns to help keep children safe. Effective use of documentation helps to support children's ongoing welfare. For example, the childminder keeps a record of any visitors to the home.

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provision

The childminder forms sensitive professional relationships with parents. She uses online diaries and allows time for discussions daily. This enables parents to share important information about children's care needs to promote consistency. The childminder understands the importance of partnership working, to help all of those involved work closely together to support children's individual needs. She has made links with other settings children also attend and will continue to build on these to offer continuity. Parents state that they are very happy with the service the childminder provides and feel well informed. They enjoy looking at photographs of their children on the secure online website, stating that this reassures them that their children are happy and settled.

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The Childcare Register

The requirements for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are Met The requirements for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are Met

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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 action. 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 EY450193 Local authority South Gloucestershire Inspection number 891986 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection not applicable

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Telephone number

set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: 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, which are usually the childminder’s 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

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