Childminder in Buckinghamshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10/03/2014 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

 The enthusiastic childminder sits at the children's level and takes interest in their individual activities. She reads to them and encourages them to sing and take part in action songs which all help to encourage communication and language skills.  Children's physical, personal, social and emotional skills develop well in the childminder's care. She provides regular opportunities for them to visit activities in the local community where they can play safely indoors and outside and also meet other adults and children.  Comprehensive risk assessments indicate good care is taken to manage any potential risks in the home and on outings.  Children's development is continuously monitored in partnership with parents. This enables the childminder to encourage development across all areas of learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 Currently the childminder has not made contact with others who provide education and care for the children in her care.  The childminder does not always recognise recurring patterns in children's behaviour and movement as learning opportunities.

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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 the premises and resources with the childminder.  The inspector observed the children and childminder at play.  The inspector examined records and documents provided by the childminder.  The inspector read comments from parents.  The inspector discussed the provider's self- evaluation.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder lives with her husband and child in Amersham in Buckinghamshire. The whole of the childminder's home is available for childminding. However, the main childminding activities will be contained to the ground floor where children have access to the through lounge. Washing and toilet facilities are at this level. There is an enclosed garden at the rear of the premises for children's outdoor play. There are currently two early years children on roll.

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

 develop partnerships with others who care for children in the early years age range in order to promote continuity in the care and learning

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

 develop knowledge of schemas to help understand and enhance learning opportunities for young children

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who attend

The childminder demonstrates a well-developed understanding of how to promote young children's learning and development. She is attentive and engages with children well, encouraging their interests and extending their skills. The childminder is aware of the individual interests of the children and uses them to extend learning. For example, she knows a young child likes rolling a car along the arm of the chair. She uses this opportunity to reinforce language and understanding of position as the child pushes the car 'up' the arm and 'down' again. The young child repeats her words. Communication and language is encouraged particularly well as the childminder provides a commentary to children and her own actions. This commentary includes descriptive language which helps children begin to understand the meaning of words. She extends their single words into sentences and uses expression in her voice and face as she does so. The children listen

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who attend

attentively as the childminder sings and they copy some of her actions and words. This all aids the positive development of language. Children enjoy the childminder reading to them; they listen attentively and make the animal noises relevant to the story at the appropriate times. A good variety of books suitable for very young children are easily accessible. The children use them independently and are clearly used to the childminder reading to them. They use a variety of resources to make marks and be creative. Children have opportunities to develop their social skills as they visit a variety of age appropriate activities in the local community. They extend their physical skills in the local parks, toddler groups and soft play areas which they regularly visit. Fine physical skills develop as the children build with blocks, line up cars and manage to stack cushions to hide behind. Children demonstrate patterns of behaviour which is a part of their learning process.

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who attend

Whilst the childminder has noticed the patterns of behaviour or schemas, she has not yet used them as an opportunity for extending play and learning.

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who attend

Valuable information provided by parents helps the childminder to understand what children can do, like to do and also dislike. This information along with her observations provides a base from which to monitor the progress each individual makes. The childminder is monitoring development carefully and thoroughly. She shares her records with parents and encourages parents to share information with her about what children do at home. This helps to ensure they work together to provide continuity. If the childminder was concerned about a child's development she would talk to parents sensitively about her concerns and encourage parents to seek professional advice. The childminders records indicate children are making good progress within their typical age range. This indicates they will develop the key skills to help them progress in school.

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

Children appear happy and enjoy the activities the childminder provides. They explore confidently and independently and respond positively to the childminder's attention. The childminder is a positive role model; she is calm, patient and consistent in her expectations. The childminder sits on the floor with the children to participate in their play. She makes good eye contact and uses expression in her voice and face to help children understand. Outings in the local community provide the children with opportunities to meet people and learn to accept their differences.

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

The childminder is confidently aware of the types of behaviour and injuries which may indicate safeguarding concerns. She has clear policies to support her in her role and inform parents of the action she would take if she was concerned about a child in her care. The childminder risk assesses her environment, activities and outings she undertakes thoroughly. She understands that children need to develop their awareness of safe behaviours and so talks to them about safety. For example, when crossing the road she encourages them to look for traffic before they cross. Older children are able to share concerns with her and she helps them to find ways to resolve their concerns. The childminder is receptive to children's moods and encourages them to talk about how they feel.

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

The premises are warm, welcoming and well-equipped with age appropriate resources to encourage interest and development. The garden is not currently in use due to building work. However, the childminder has made provision for daily physical activity in local parks and toddler groups. Children use the lounge for their play and a bedroom for rest. Toys are stored at low level enabling children to select them easily and independently.

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

Good care is taken to promote positive health and hygiene. Nappies are changed regularly and disposed of appropriately. Hands are cleaned before meals and after nappy changes. The childminder talks to the young children about why they are doing these things which helps to develop their understanding. Children enjoy a healthy variety of food freshly prepared for them by the childminder. They have a variety of vegetables and fruit in their daily menu and drinks of water are freely available throughout the day. The childminder understands the importance of rest in addition to stimulating physical opportunities to help children to feel comfortable and confident.

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

Parents are encouraged to share important information about changes in the children's lives with her. This enables her to work with parents to help children understand what is happening. For example, this could be due to a new baby in the home, starting nursery or school. She helps children by talking to them, sharing stories, roll play and encouraging their independence.

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provision

Children benefit from the broad variety of activities the childminder offers both in the home and in the local community. The childminder indicates through her interaction with the children and the records she maintains a good understanding of how to encourage their development. The records indicate clearly the progress children are making and the next steps to encourage.

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provision

The childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of both the learning and development and the safeguarding and welfare requirements. She has policies to support her practice and keep parents well informed of how she works. Her insurance, and certificates are available for parents to see and she is aware of when she must notify Ofsted of changes or events. The childminder has self-evaluated her provision and sought the opinions of those who use her service. She has undertaken additional safeguarding training and also enrolled on a level three childcare course to enhance her knowledge and skills. Currently, she is not fully aware of how a knowledge of schemas would support her planning for children's interests. The current building work at the property will also enhance the children's experience by providing more play space and easy access to the garden. She is clearly committed to continuous development.

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provision

Partnerships with parents are strong. Parents comment favourably about the service she offers and the progress children make. The childminder makes good use of facilities in the local area for young children, for example at the children centre and childminder groups. She will work in partnership with parents and professionals to help children develop and achieve. However, currently she has limited contact with the school children attend.

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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 EY463477 Local authority Buckinghamshire Inspection number 931435 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 2

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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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