Childminder in Wakefield

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24/05/2013 Not Applicable

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early years provision

This inspection: 3 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 3 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 3

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This provision is satisfactory

 The childminder is sensitive, attentive and supportive of the very young children in her care. Therefore, they feel secure in her provision.  The childminder has a secure understanding of her responsibility to safeguard children, which helps to promote their welfare.  Children's emerging language development is well supported by the childminder. She develops children's verbal skills through a steady flow of talking with them during their play and daily routines, helping them to communicate their needs.

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It is not yet good because

 The childminder does not make effective use of relevant guidance, such as Development Matters in the Early Years Foundation Stage, to identify what stage children are at, and to plan constructively for the next steps in their learning to help children make the best possible progress.  The childminder does not evaluate her practice thoroughly or seek parents' views, so that she can prioritise areas for improvement and further support children's achievements.

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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 conducted a tour of the premises during the inspection.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children's activities and routines in the playroom, kitchen and outdoor area.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at children's progress record folders, planning systems and a selection of policies and procedures.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector checked evidence of suitability of the childminder and discussed self- evaluation.

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Information about the setting

The childminder was registered in 2011 on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and the voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She lives with her husband in Ossett, a suburb of Wakefield, close to shops, parks and local transport links. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding, with bathroom facilities on the first floor. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The family has two cats.

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Information about the setting

The childminder takes children to a local childminding group and a weekly storytelling session at the library. She walks to local schools to take and collect children. The childminder operates all year around from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except Bank Holidays and family holidays. There are currently four children on roll, all of whom are in the early years age group and attend for a variety of sessions.

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must:

 improve ongoing assessment of children's progress by making effective and regular use of relevant guidance, such as Development Matters in the Early Years Foundation Stage, to identify what stage children are at, and to plan constructively for the next steps in their learning to help children make the best possible progress.

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

 build on self-evaluation by reflecting more on practice, encouraging parents to share their views about the quality of the setting, and clearly identifying strengths and areas for improvement.

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who attend

The childminder has only been childminding for a short time. She demonstrates a growing understanding of the requirements of the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage. Children are making steady progress because they are generally challenged appropriately. The childminder keeps a record of achievement folder in relation to each child, in which she observes their progress and links this to the seven areas of learning. The files contain interesting photographs and evidence of children's artwork that their children's successes. These files are shared with parents so that they able to support their children's progress at home. The childminder is able to explain each child's next steps of learning, and there are some comments regarding these in children's files. However, her assessment of children's abilities is not used to full effect as she does not have a robust system in place to track children's progress across all curriculum areas. This

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who attend

has an impact on the progress they are able to make, as she is not able to be confident that her planning covers comprehensively all aspects of children's development and learning. The childminder is aware of the requirement to provide parents with a progress check at age two and will complete these where necessary.

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who attend

The childminder offers a suitable balance of activities to help children make sound progress in their learning and development. The childminder mostly follows children's interests, for example, noticing when children indicate that they wish to play outside in the garden. The childminder willingly responds, and plays football and hoops, thus aiding children's hand-eye coordination. Children's physical skills are developing clearly. They move around the provision with confidence, trying out new skills, such as climbing down the patio steps. Children make effective progress in their language and communication skills. This is because the childminder talks with them constantly, asks appropriate questions and builds on their vocabulary as she describes what they are doing. Children have some opportunities to draw, finger paint and read stories, which supports their literacy skills. They are beginning to develop an understanding of books and can recognise

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who attend

the cover of familiar story books because the childminder takes time to sit and read with them. Children have opportunities to learn about number, shape and colour because the childminder encourages them to play with jigsaws and shape sorters to categorise objects by colour and shape. They enjoy going on trips to the local park, playgroup and storytelling sessions at the library. This helps promote their understanding of the world and local community.

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who attend

The childminder supports children sufficiently, with matters such as putting their own coats on and pouring their own drinks at mealtimes, so that they develop skills in readiness for pre-school groups and school.

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

Strong attachments have developed between the children and the childminder, and they stay close to her when adults who they do not know come into her provision. Children enjoy cuddles and sitting on the childminder's knee while she reads them a book, and they chuckle with delight and ask for the same story all over again. The childminder invites parents and children to do settling-in visits before they start with her, enabling her to gather valuable information about their individual needs. She then follows the children's home routines, where possible, for sleeping and eating, and provides parents with a daily sheet as to children's activities during their day in her care. Younger children are therefore able to settle quickly in the safe, secure and caring environment.

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

Children develop healthy habits and begin to understand about the importance of exercise because outdoor play forms a regular part of their routines. Children have appropriate opportunities for fresh air and exercise as they play out in the garden or visit the local park each day. They gain an understanding of healthy eating as they are offered fresh fruit for their snack. The childminder provides nutritious, home-cooked meals, based on a three-weekly menu rota to ensure variety and a balanced diet. Drinks of water are freely available to children throughout the day, enabling them to remain hydrated. The childminder uses suitable hygiene practices when changing nappies, ensuring that she disposes of nappies safely and washes her own hands afterwards.

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

The childminder acts as an effective role model. She is supportive of the children in her care, so that they learn to share, take turns and show consideration and respect for others. Children learn to say 'please' and thank you' because the childminder is polite and courteous towards them. The childminder uses appropriate methods in response to any unwanted behaviour. Instances of challenging behaviour are rare because children respond well to her proactive methods of distraction to engage them. Children learn to take and manage risks in a supervised environment, for example, as they use the large boat-shaped climbing frame and swing. They are aware of safe practices, such as tidying away one set of toys before getting out more, to ensure that there is a clear space for them to walk around without falling over.

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provision

The childminder demonstrates a suitable understanding of her responsibilities in meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She has put in place clear policies and procedures to promote children's safety and welfare. She has a sound understanding of her responsibilities to protect children from harm and has undertaken specific safeguarding training. She clearly outlines the signs of abuse and the procedures for reporting concerns. The childminder makes sure that her provision is secure and children are appropriately supervised at all times. She has undertaken thorough risk assessments for all activities within and outside the home, and she takes effective steps to minimise any potential risks. For example, fire equipment is regularly checked and fire evacuation procedures are clearly displayed on the playroom wall.

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provision

The childminder is developing her knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements. She plans appropriate activities to promote children's learning, but she recognises the need to further improve on her systems for assessing their progress across all areas of learning. This is the childminder's first inspection since registration. She demonstrates a commitment to improving her childcare provision and values contact with other childminders for this purpose. She can describe the strengths of her provision and areas where she would like to make improvements. However, this process of self-evaluation does not take account of parents' and children's views to identify and plan the priorities for improvement, in line with their needs.

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provision

Children are not currently attending any other early years settings, but the childminder is aware of the importance of working together with other professionals to support their transitions, promoting continuity in their learning. Partnerships with parents are developing appropriately, and the regular exchange of information with them ensures a consistent approach to meeting their children's needs.

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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 EY423580 Local authority Wakefield Inspection number 797481 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 4

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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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