Childminder in North East Lincolnshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21/10/2014 01/06/2009

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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 a broad array of resources and activities, so that children are motivated and enthusiastic learners.  The childminder works in partnership with parents to ensure that children settle well.  The childminder praises, encourages and supports children appropriately, which promotes their self-confidence and emotional well-being.  The childminder understands how to use observations and assessments of children's learning, in order to plan the next steps of learning for each child.  The childminder demonstrates sound understanding of child protection procedures.

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It is not yet good because

 The childminder has not ensured that the rear garden is kept secure, which means that children are not always kept safe from potential hazards.  The childminder does not always fully exploit the benefits of using song, rhythm and rhyme, in order to further promote emerging communication and language 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 checked the safety and suitability of the environment.  The inspector observed activities in the main play area.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector sampled the childminder's policies and procedures. She also discussed the childminder's self-evaluation and improvement plans.  The inspector discussed the childminder's observations, assessment and planning.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and household members and the qualifications of the childminder.

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Information about the setting

The childminder was registered in 2005 on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She lives with her husband and two adult children in the East Marsh area of Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire. The family has a cat and three dogs as pets. The whole ground floor of the property is used for childminding purposes. There is a rear garden for outdoor play opportunities. Children enjoy local walks around the area and attend activity groups at the local children's centre. Currently, there are seven children on roll, one of whom is in the early years age range. Children attend for a variety of sessions. The childminder is a member of the Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years. The childminding provision operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays.

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must:

 ensure that the rear garden is secure at all times, in order to keep children safe.

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

 provide further opportunities for children to experience song, rhythm and rhyme, in order to support emerging communication and language skills.

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who attend

Children are happy and occupied at the setting. For example, young children count bricks enthusiastically and correctly identify colours. They clap and smile, which demonstrates a sense of enjoyment and achievement. The childminder makes systematic observations and assessments of each child's achievements and interests. She uses this information to identify learning priorities and plan relevant and motivating learning experiences for each child across all the areas of learning. This ensures that children make steady progress in relation to their starting points. The childminder understands the different ways she can support children as their language skills develop. For example, she is an effective role model, talks to children about what she is doing and describes the world around them. However, the childminder does not always fully exploit the benefits of using song, rhythm and rhyme, in order to further promote emerging communication and language skills. This

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who attend

means that opportunities to further encourage language development are not always maximised. Children are acquiring the skills they need, in order to be ready for school when they listen carefully, feed themselves and wash their hands. They put on their own coats and shoes, are cooperative and follow instructions. The childminder talks to children as they explore activities, which supports social skills. She promotes language development by asking questions, describing objects and modelling words. The childminder understands how to complete the progress check for children between the ages of two and three years, which supports early intervention systems and their development needs. Information is also continually shared with parents through daily discussions and when children's individual files are sent home. This provides parents with opportunities to support and contribute to their child's learning at home and promotes consistency between both settings.

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

Children settle well in the setting because the childminder uses information from parents to help them to feel secure when they first start attending. She follows routines that children are familiar with and demonstrates flexibility in her settling-in procedure. The childminder supports children's all-round development and emotional well-being by providing a broad array of toys and activities that promote confidence and self-motivation. Children feel welcomed and supported because the childminder uses information received from parents, so that she understands their likes and dislikes and responds to their individual needs. For example, when children indicate that they would like to play with a specific toy, the childminder responds and demonstrates how to use the toy. She uses praise to encourage children to take part in activities. This ensures that children's emotional and physical well-being is promoted and they are emotionally prepared for the

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

next stage in their learning. Children appear content as they smile and interact with the childminder. For example, a young child shows the childminder an imaginary object and laughs when the childminder tries to guess what it is. The childminder supports children's efforts to achieve when she praises and encourages them. This means that children are able to form secure relationships with the childminder. She is an effective role model and provides clear guidance for children about what is acceptable behaviour. As a result, children learn to respect and tolerate each other's similarities and differences. The childminder encourages children to safely tidy away toys before the next activity, which supports their understanding of how to keep themselves and others safe within the setting.

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

Children are independent relative to their ages because the childminder supports them when she offers choices and recognises achievement. This reassures children and promotes self-esteem. The childminder ensures that children have access to a wide range of indoor and outdoor equipment and resources that promote physical activity. For example, children play with craft equipment, puzzles and magnetic games. They enjoy walks to the local park, go swimming and attend children's centre activity groups. Children also benefit from opportunities to play in the rear garden where they enjoy using bicycles, the sand box and gardening. They have access to fresh fruit and other healthy snacks. As a result, children develop an understanding of why it is important to have physical exercise and a healthy diet.

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provision

The childminder ensures that all mandatory training is kept up to date, in order to comply with statutory requirements. She also conducts regular fire drills that include all children and teaches them the procedure to follow in the event of an emergency or accident. This helps children to develop an understanding of how to keep themselves safe. The childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of safeguarding children and child protection procedures. She is aware of the signs and symptoms of abuse and is knowledgeable about the procedure to follow if she suspects a child may be suffering from or likely to suffer from abuse. The childminder explains the procedure to follow and who to notify in the event of an allegation being made against her. This ensures that children are protected from abuse. The childminder identifies potential risks within the setting and on outings. She knows how to minimise risk, however, she has not ensured that the rear

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provision

garden is safe and secure. This 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. The childminder keeps first-aid kits within the premises and carries one with her when going on outings. This ensures that she is suitably prepared to deal with minor accidents and emergencies if they occur. The childminder has a range of policies and procedures that she knows well and shares with parents, which ensures that they are kept informed.

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provision

The childminder has made some positive changes within the setting since the last inspection, which demonstrates a commitment to self-improvement. For example, the childminder adequately reflects on her practice and can identify areas for improvement. She uses comments made by parents, in order to develop her plans for improvement. The childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of her responsibilities to monitor and plan for children's progress and how to support those of all ages, who may need extra support, in order to achieve to their full potential. For example, children's individual files show that the childminder provides consistent assessments of their learning and that any gaps in learning are slowly closing. The childminder works in partnership with other professionals and understands the importance of sharing information, in order to identify all children's needs and helps them to make progress. She maintains links with the local

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provision

nursery and children's centre, to enhance children's learning opportunities and support them when they move between settings. This ensures a consistent approach towards caring for all children. Children also benefit because the childminder has previously engaged in relevant training and this informs her practice and positively impacts on the quality of her teaching.

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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 the premises and equipment used for the purposes of the childcare are safe and suitable for that childcare (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  ensure that premises and equipment used for the purposes of the childcare are safe and suitable for that childcare (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. We re-inspect nurseries and pre-schools judged as requires improvement within 12 months of the date of 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

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Grade Judgement Description

is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be monitored and inspected again within six months of the date of this inspection. Met There were no children present at the time of the inspection. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not met There were no children present at the time of the inspection. 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 EY318073 Local authority North East Lincolnshire Inspection number 820490 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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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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