Childminder in Plymouth

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 03/11/2014 09/11/2010

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early years provision

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

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This provision is good

 The childminder has a clear understanding of learning and development in the early years, which enables her to promote children's individual progress well.  Children develop positive relationships because they are happy and secure in the care of the childminder.  The childminder and parents work well together to promote consistent care and to support children's personal, social and emotional development.  The childminder uses her observation and assessment procedures, to monitor children's development effectively.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 The childminder misses some opportunities to fully promote inclusion and develop children's understanding of diversity in the world around them.  The childminder does not suggest or provide activities for parents to do at home with children, to complement and extend on children's learning.

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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 held discussions with the childminder.  The inspector observed the childminder's care practice.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector read a sample of children's development records and feedback from parents.  The inspector checked safety of the premises.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2010. She lives with her husband, two adult children and 12- year-old child, in the Crownhill area of Plymouth. The whole of the ground floor, first floor bathroom and childminder's bedroom are available for childminding purposes. There is an enclosed garden for outdoor play, which has a pond in a fenced off area. The house is within walking distance of primary schools and a pre-school. The family has a pet tortoise. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She supports children who learn English as an additional language. There are currently five children on roll, four of whom are in the early years age range.

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

 develop the range of resources and activities to support children's understanding of the world, and respect for the differences they see in each other

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

 increase the information available to parents to include ideas for home activities, to extend children's learning opportunities.

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who attend

The childminder compiles a record of development for each child in her care. She takes relevant information from parents when children first attend. For example, she finds out about what children know and like, which enables her to plan activities to help children make progress. To support children's communication, the childminder notes specific words children use, including key words in children's home language. She uses these initially, although not on an ongoing basis, to help all children understand and value different backgrounds. The childminder is aware of special events and family occasions, which she talks about with children. She plans activities to link with current themes, although resources, such as books and songs, do not reflect each child's home language and culture, to promote inclusion fully. The childminder uses an early years monitoring document to assess children's progress. She notes children's achievements and plans for

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who attend

their next steps. The childminder completes assessment summaries, including the required progress check for two-year-old children. Development records include examples of children's creativity and show their emerging skills. For example, children develop coordination and control when they use brushes and crayons. Children learn about colours and shapes in their play activities with the childminder. They develop their ability to concentrate, which helps in their progression towards school.

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who attend

The childminder is attentive to children and provides good support to their learning. For example, she sits on the floor with babies to maintain good eye contact and communication. The childminder talks to babies and provides age-appropriate toys to interest them. For instance, babies pressed buttons and turned knobs on an activity centre. They smiled at the childminder with pleasure as they achieved different light and sound responses. The childminder bounced babies on her knee, sang songs and encouraged babies to 'clap hands' and play 'tickle, tickle'. She uses fabric books with a variety of colours, pictures and textures to stimulate babies learning. Treasure baskets provide alternative items for babies to explore, which extends their sensory experiences. To promote children's interest, the childminder provides a good variety of activities and resources. Children enjoy using paints, coloured rice and chalk. They play with sand and

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who attend

water, which enables them to learn about capacity as they fill and pour. Children have fun as they play and make comparisons between wet and dry. The childminder has frequent discussions with parents and completes a daily diary, to inform them of children's activities and routines. However, she does not extend learning opportunities further with ideas for home activities, to enhance continuity of learning.

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

The childminder has an effective settling-in procedure, which promotes positive relationships with families. Parents feel confident when they leave their children with the childminder. The childminder is gentle in her approach and nurtures young children. Babies are secure, content and comfortable, because the childminder follows their personal routines. They sit happily in their highchair at snack time with the childminder close by. She encourages babies' development during activities, such as to eat finger foods and begin to use spoons. The childminder places toys slightly out of reach, so that babies have to stretch and move towards things. They particularly like a battery-operated ball that rolls around the room. This toy promotes babies physical skills as they become increasingly mobile and begin to follow the ball. The childminder works with parents throughout each developmental stage to support children's progress. For example, they

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

discuss weaning techniques and potty and toilet training methods. Young children like their star chart, which the childminder uses as a visual aid to help children see their achievements. They develop a sense of pride and show self-esteem. For instance, children are keen to do two pictures so they can take one home and put one on the childminder's wall.

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

The childminder takes children out every day, so they benefit from a variety of trips. For example, they go to the local park and walk through the woods. Children enjoy nature trails where they collect leaves, acorns and sticks. To reinforce learning, the childminder follows up this activity at home. Children create a nature tray with items they collect and make a collage with dried leaves. Therefore, these activities help children to recall where they been and what they have done. Children learn safe boundaries with the childminder and learn to behave well. The childminder teaches children how to use park equipment safely and to be careful of moving swings. She talks to children about road safety and provides wrist straps for younger children, to keep them safe. The childminder promotes positive behaviour with children through age-appropriate methods. For instance, she offers younger children similar toys to prevent squabbles. Children learn to share and to

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

give back, which helps them to cooperate in their play.

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provision

The childminder maintains a safe environment for children and makes regular safety checks. She has clear policies and procedures in place to promote and protect children's health and well-being. For example, she cleans toys and equipment and teaches children suitable hygiene routines. This demonstrates effective steps to minimise the risk of illness and infection. Records and documentation, such as administration of medication, are in good order. The childminder has a secure understanding of the regulatory requirements. She ensures that suitability checks are complete on relevant persons in her home, to safeguard children. The childminder attends training to update her knowledge and raise awareness of child protection issues. This enables her to take appropriate action to protect children's welfare.

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provision

Since the last inspection, the childminder has gained experience in working with nursery- aged children. She has increased her knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage, which she reflects through improved observation and assessment procedures. The childminder has increased the sensory play opportunities for young children, which helps them in their exploration. She monitors children's development and reflects on her practice well. Parents are very happy with the care the childminder gives to their children. They describe how the childminder 'ensures that children are occupied all day' that the childminder 'is easy to work with, listens to what the parent wants and takes the needs of children seriously'. The childminder has numerous cards from previous families that compliment her care and describe positive relationships.

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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. 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 EY409124 Local authority Plymouth Inspection number 845032 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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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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