Regan, Jean Diane

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 09/07/2014 27/10/2009

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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 requires improvement

 The childminder provides resources and activities, so that children are confident, active learners.  Children develop positive relationships with the childminder, which helps them to feel secure.  The childminder provides a stimulating environment where children can explore and experiment. This effectively supports and encourages children's learning and development.  Children show increasing levels of independence and skill, which helps to prepare them for starting school.

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It is not yet good because

 Although the childminder is in the process of completing a paediatric first aid course, her current certificate has lapsed. This means that she is not fully complying with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.  The childminder does not fully engage with parents in order to encourage them to share information about their child's achievements at home, which can then be used to inform planning.  There is scope to attend additional training to enhance and update knowledge, therefore ensuring that children benefit from informed practice.

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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 in the main play area.  The inspector sampled the childminder's policies and procedures.  The inspector took account of parents' and children's comments.  The inspector discussed the childminder's planning and risk assessments.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.

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Information about the setting

The childminder was registered in 1999 and is on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She lives in the village of Hibaldstow, in North Lincolnshire. Her property is all on one level with children having use of the lounge, dining area, bathroom and kitchen, with occasional use of the hall and one bedroom. Outdoors to the rear is an enclosed garden for children's use. Children enjoy local walks around the area, to the park and outings in the childminder's car. The childminder has two dogs. There are currently five children on roll, two of whom are in the early years age range and they attend for a variety of sessions. She receives support from the local authority, and is a member of the Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years. The childminding provision operates all year round, from 6.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Sunday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder also

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must:

 complete and maintain a local authority approved paediatric first-aid training course.

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

 develop further the partnership with parents, so they are actively encouraged to share information about their child's achievements at home

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

 enhance and update current knowledge by accessing additional training courses, in order to enhance practice.

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who attend

The childminder provides a welcoming, homely environment where children play with a wide variety of toys and activities that support learning and development. Children of all ages are confident learners as they explore and investigate. For example, a three-year-old confidently uses scissors, metallic foil and glue to make a dinosaur picture. The childminder's daily structure and routine prepares children for the move to school, and all children demonstrate a good understanding of what is expected of them. Children of all ages behave well, because the childminder is an effective role model and has suitably high expectations. Young children demonstrate independence when they wash their own hands and feed themselves confidently.

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who attend

The childminder understands the importance of observations and assessments, and demonstrates skill in planning for children's next steps of learning. Day-to-day observations are recorded in children's individual 'Look at Me' books which are shared with parents. However, the childminder does not succeed in encouraging all parents to actively share information about their child's achievements at home. This means that the childminder cannot always incorporate information, from parents, about children's progress, within her planning. The childminder ensures that activities and resources are balanced, reflecting children's individual likes and dislikes, which ensures that children enjoy attending and are motivated to learn. A three-year-old is very busy when they look at a favourite book, talk about the characters, visit the play tent and describe a picture. The childminder sings songs and rhymes to all ages of children, which promotes

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who attend

communication skills. She encourages children to talk about numbers, weight, size and shape during conversations, therefore promoting early numeracy skills. The childminder is animated and lively in her words and actions, which engages children and motivates them to join in. She demonstrates an understanding of how children learn when she is enthusiastic during all activities, which means that children develop a love of learning and investigation. Three-year-old children demonstrate listening skills as they follow simple requests, they can transfer knowledge from prior learning experiences and problem solve. For example, a three-year-old offered to use scissors and stated 'I can do that, I have used them before'.

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who attend

Children are making steady progress, in relation to their starting points, across all areas of learning and development, and are meeting the age-related milestones in their development. The childminder's teaching helps to close any gaps in babies' learning and development, and all ages are provided with a variety of resources, including puzzles, soft toys, craft equipment and toy vehicles in order to promote their learning. Children have opportunities to extend physical play outside with ride-on-toys, a scooter and a trampoline with a safety net. The childminder also extends children's understanding of the world when they visit the local park, go for nature walks and watch the ducks in the lane. The childminder supports children as they develop the attitudes and dispositions they need to be ready for school. Children are encouraged to feed themselves, to help each other and to develop personal care skills.

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

The childminder maintains a food hygiene certificate and has completed some basic training in the past, as part of her professional development. However, she has not recently accessed additional training courses, which means that her practice is not fully enhanced. For example, the childminder has not updated her knowledge of first-aid and, as a result, does not have the most up-to-date knowledge on how to deal with emergencies. Children of all ages develop secure relationships with the childminder and are happy and content as a result. They talk to the childminder as they initiate their own play, which demonstrates confidence and self-motivation. The childminder emotionally prepares all children for the next steps in learning when she praises and encourages them. Babies and very young children are nurtured and given opportunities to play alongside older children, as the childminder helps them to experiment with paint and other craft

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

activities. Parents clearly value the childminder stating 'She is caring and kind and the children love her' and 'She is very flexible and always happy to maintain the children's routines, even if this involves their weekly swimming lesson'.

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

Children are cooperative and use their imagination as they talk and play with adults and each other. For example, a three-year-old talks to the childminder about rectangles and counts soft shapes. When asked by the childminder how many there is if she adds another, the three-year-old replies 'that makes eight'. The childminder further promotes children's confidence when she offers younger children choices, such as 'What colour card would you like, you choose?' and praises them when they describe the colour. Children are taught to tolerate each other's differences, and the childminder offers clear explanations of what is acceptable behaviour, helping develop the skills needed when starting school. Various resources, such as slides, scooters and bikes, enable children to gain an understanding of risk through exploration of the outdoor environment and encourage children to lead physically active lives. The childminder offers children a healthy range of

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

food and drinks, including fruit and salads and considers children's likes and dislikes. This means that children are developing an understanding of why it is important to have a healthy diet and to look after themselves and each other.

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provision

Children benefit from a range of resources and activities that support steady progress across all areas of learning and development. The childminder has a sound understanding of her responsibilities to monitor and plan for children's progress, and how to support all ages of children who may need extra support, in order to close any gaps in their learning. Children's individual files show that the childminder provides consistent assessments of children's learning, and that she uses this information to plan and deliver across all areas of the educational programmes.

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provision

The childminder keeps a first-aid kit in the kitchen, and also carries one with her on outings, so that she is prepared for minor accidents and emergencies. However, she has not ensured that her paediatric first-aid certificate is in date. The impact of this on all children is minimal because the childminder has previous years experience of training in first aid, and has also recently completed specialist medical training in order to care for children with epilepsy. The childminder also understands what action she must take in order to rectify this situation, and has taken steps to address this. However, failure to have a current first-aid certificate is a breach of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register.

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provision

The childminder has a sound knowledge of safeguarding issues, and can recognise the signs and symptoms of abuse. She understands what procedure to follow in the event of a safeguarding concern or if an allegation is made against her. The childminder has a range of policies and procedures that she knows well, and has demonstrated a commitment to improvement by acting on her previous inspection action and recommendations. She also conducts effective assessments to reduce the risk of potential hazards to children.

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provision

The childminder can adequately reflect on her practice and has identified areas for improvement. She has ensured that the premises are secure, so that children are prevented from leaving unaccompanied and intruders cannot enter. Regular fire drills, that include all children, are carried out and risk assessments promote safety at all times. This demonstrates a commitment to improvement and means that children feel safe. Therefore, they are able to enjoy their time with the childminder and learn effectively. The childminder works in partnership with other professional agencies, maintaining links with the local school and nursery, to enhance children's learning opportunities. This ensures a consistent approach towards caring for all children. She ensures that the progress checks for children between the ages of two and three years is completed and shared with parents, to coincide with the two-year developmental check, which supports early

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provision

intervention systems and the development needs of children. Children's individual health care needs are supported because the childminder works in partnership with specialist agencies and parents. The childminder provides a flexible service to parents, and also supports the individual needs of children when she provides overnight care.

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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:

 ensure that an appropriate first-aid qualification is maintained (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  ensure that an appropriate first-aid qualification is maintained (voluntary 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 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 505178 Local authority North Lincolnshire Inspection number 819373 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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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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