Roberts, Tryphina, Louise

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13/01/2014 01/02/2013

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: 2 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 1 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder works effectively with her co-childminders to create a caring, safe and very positive environment for children.  Children make good progress as effective arrangements are in place to monitor their individual progress and plan for the next steps in their learning.  The childminder effectively promotes children's self-esteem, showing genuine interest in the things and supporting them to develop very good social skills.  Children enjoy nutritious snacks and meals which are carefully planned to reflect their individual dietary requirements.  Children make good use of the impressive range of toys and resources available. They confidently transport items to different areas to extend their games.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 There are a few occasions when the childminder offers too much direction for children in their art and craft activities.

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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 viewed all areas of the property used by children.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the childminder, her colleagues and children at appropriate times during the inspection.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed a range of documentation including registers of attendance, children's progress records and a selection of written policies and procedures.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the interaction of the childminder and children during a selection of activities.

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Information about the setting

The childminder was registered in 2003. She lives with her husband, who is also a registered childminder, and their seven children in Paddock Wood, Kent. There is also another childminder and an assistant who work at times in the childminding setting. There are only ever three adults working with the children at any one time. Childminding generally takes place on the ground floor although bedrooms on the first floor are available for children to sleep or play. There is also a fully enclose garden for outdoor play.

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Information about the setting

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. In total, across the setting, there are currently 30 children under eight years on roll. Of these, 14 are in the early years age range. The childminder also provides care for children who are eight years and over. The vast majority of children attend on a part-time basis. The childminder receives funding for the provision of free early education to children aged two, three and four years. The family has a pet dog.

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

 review the organisation of planned art and craft activities to make sure that the level of adult input does not restrict children's creatively or self-expression.

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who attend

Children make good progress in their learning and development. The childminder effectively monitors their progress and identifies any gaps in their achievements. She undertakes observations of the children and uses these, and regular discussions with parents, to understand their individual preferences and abilities. This allows her to plan activities and experiences which children thoroughly enjoy and which offer a good level of challenge. For example, she is aware that several of the children are interested in superheroes and so has recently planned a range of activities based around this theme. The childminder completes regular written assessments. She shares these with parents and encourages them to add comments to support her in planning future learning goals for their child. The childminder also has appropriate arrangements in place to complete the two year progress checks for children of that age.

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who attend

The childminder very successfully supports children to develop their communication and language. Children take part in many animated conversations and very confidently express their views and share stories. The childminder listens intently to children and effectively uses facial expressions to more fully engage with younger children. Children develop an interest in books through regular story sessions. They also have constant access to resources for drawing and writing. The childminder supports children who are approaching school age to recognise and practise writing letters and numbers.

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who attend

The childminder recognises the importance of allowing children to express themselves creatively. Children make up interesting role play games such as hair dressing and show high levels of imagination as they take on different characters. The childminder provides them with a lot of opportunities to independently explore art and craft materials. However, she also plans a range of art activities to link in with specific topics or to produce items to be taken home, such as Christmas cards. These tend to have a high level of adults direction and do not support children to come up with their own designs.

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who attend

The childminder understands the importance of ensuring that each child exercises regularly and has appropriate challenge to promote their physical development. She and her colleagues have recently successfully implemented a range of improvements to achieve this. Children take part in regular activities which allow them to play ball games, climb, run, jump, balance and dance. Children move with control and good coordination.

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

Children form extremely positive, trusting relationships with the childminder and her colleagues. They fully understand all routines and boundaries within the childminders home. For example, they know what needs to be done in order to prepare for lunch. They enthusiastically take part in putting away toys, washing their hands and setting the table. Shared experiences such as these add to their sense of security and belonging. All children are developing exceptionally good social skills and have a great deal of fun as they interact with the adults and play with their friends. They behave very well and very confidently express their views and share jokes. The extremely positive response they receive from the childminder effectively promotes their self-esteem.

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

An extremely impressive range of toys and equipment is available to children both indoors and in the outdoor play area. The organisation of the playrooms very effectively meets the needs of the pre-school children. Older children, who attend after school, also have a good amount of space to rest, do their homework and play their chosen games.

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

The childminder places high priority on promoting children's health. Hygiene routines, including nappy changing arrangements and food preparation, are excellent. Children learn how to promote their own good health by washing their hands before eating and after using the toilet. They also learn about the importance of good nutrition. They enjoy the home cooked snacks and meals the childminder prepares and are learning to make healthy choices in relation to food. Children have constant access to drinks.

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

The childminder prepares children well for their move to school. Each child receives individualised support to reach their full potential. The childminder works effectively with parents and staff from the local schools to ensure that each child is as ready as possible for the changes that they are about the experience.

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provision

This inspection was brought forward as, since her last inspection, the childminder was found to be caring for too many children in the early years age group. We issued a notice to improve. Ofsted are satisfied with the action that the childminder took to address this issue. She ensures that school pick-ups and collections from nurseries are now organised in a way that ensures that appropriate ratios are adhered to all times. The childminder works alongside her husband, another childminder and a registered assistant. There are never more than three adults working together although there may be four adults present in the home. The childminder communicates very effectively with her colleagues and supervises her assistant effectively. This ensures that children receive cohesive and efficient care.

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provision

The childminder demonstrates a strong commitment to promoting continual improvement. She regularly attends training and, along with the colleagues, undertakes a robust process of self-evaluation. She also seeks the views of parents to ensure that childminding practices continue to meet their needs. The childminder has a secure understanding of her responsibility to promote children's learning and development. She monitors her success by reviewing their progress and levels of enjoyment. The childminder works very effectively with parents and other early years professionals to coordinate educational programmes for children.

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provision

Effective procedures are in place to protect children. The childminder has a good awareness of child protection issues, having recently attending training to update her knowledge. There is a clear written statement which outlines the process she would follow should concerns arise about the welfare of any child. The childminder and her colleagues conduct risk assessments which help to identify any potential hazards. The childminder holds a valid first aid certificate and maintains all required records relating to accidents and the administration of medicines.

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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 Requires improvement The provision is not giving children a good standard of early years education and/or there are minor breaches of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be monitored and inspected within twelve months of the date of this inspection. 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

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Grade Judgement Description

the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be monitored and inspected again within six months of the date of this inspection. 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 EY257376 Local authority Kent Inspection number 942808 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 30

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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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