Setting

Inspection report for early years provision

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EY331812 Unique Reference Number 04 October 2006 Inspection date Krystina Chitryn Inspector

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Childcare Type of inspection Childminding Type of care

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This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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ABOUT THIS INSPECTION

The purpose of this inspection is to assure government, parents and the public of the quality of childcare and, if applicable, of nursery education. The inspection was carried out under Part XA Children Act 1989 as introduced by the Care Standards Act 2000 and, where nursery education is provided, under Schedule 26 of the School Standards and Framework Act 1998. This report details the main strengths and any areas for improvement identified during the inspection. The judgements included in the report are made in relation to the outcomes for children set out in the Children Act 2004; the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding; and, where nursery education is provided, the Curriculum guidance for the foundation stage. The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration or 1 April 2004 whichever is the later.

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

For more information about early years inspections, please see the booklet Are you ready for your inspection? which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are satisfactory. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder was registered in 2006. She lives with her adult child and daughter aged five years, in Stretford, an area of South Manchester. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding. The toilet facilities are located on the first floor. There is a fully enclosed garden for outdoor play.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder is registered to care for five children at any one time and is currently has four children on roll. She is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is satisfactory. The childminder has satisfactory domestic routines and hygiene practices. She cleans her home daily and wipes surfaces with antibacterial spray, which ensures that the children's health is protected. The children learn to wash their hands after using the toilet and the childminder explains the reasons for good hygiene. The childminder ensures pets are wormed regularly and are treated for fleas. They are kept in a separate area away from the children. Ensuring children's health and safety is maintained. Parents have not signed to say the childminder can seek first aid for children and this could prevent children from receiving appropriate treatment.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children have regular exercise by walking to and from the childminders home, to the school and the local park. This helps them to enjoy physical activities and personal fitness.

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Helping children to be healthy

The childminder discusses dietary needs with parents and provides the food for children. Written information about the children's dietary requirements, including food allergies are recorded in the contracts. Thus ensuring the children’s good health is maintained. The childminder offers mostly home cooked and healthy foods and snacks which include raisins and fresh fruit. Children have opportunities to sleep and rest according to their needs. Children are given drinks ensuring they remain hydrated.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is satisfactory. The premises are clean and satisfactorily maintained. The furniture is organised so the children have sufficient space to play on the floor. Children sleep in the buggy and they are always within the sight of the childminder, to ensure they do not come to any harm.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children are stimulated through the choice of toys that are stored at child height and are accessible so that the children are able to make choices. Children’s safety around toys and equipment is maintained, as the childminder makes effective checks and provides sound quality toys and equipment. The children learn to tidy up after playing to ensure they do not trip up over toys.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The childminder has a satisfactory understanding of child protection issues, enabling her to protect the children from harm. She uses incident and accident recordings to identify potential risks and keeps parents well informed. Parents are made aware of the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures on admission.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is satisfactory. Children's individual needs are met in a supportive and homely environment. Children are offered reassurance and are comforted with affectionate hugs. They respond with smiles and laughter. This helps them to feel safe and secure.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 The children are learning to thread a card helping them to develop their fine motor skills. They learn to identify the different body parts and repeat words. They play in the play kitchen and make toast and microwave bananas. Children self-select their toys and play with the childminder who encourages them to participate in activities. As a result the children are interested in what they are doing. They have access to a satisfactory range of toys and activities. The childminder encourages the children to draw and identify colours. They gain confidence and benefit from the praise and encouragement that they receive from the childminder.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. The children have access to limited toys and equipment which reflect our diverse society. There are some books which show images of people from a variety of cultures, but no resources that show images of people with disabilities. This limits their understanding of our wider world. The childminder works effectively with parents to ensure that their children’s specific health needs are met.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children are well behaved. This is actively encouraged by the child minder who is supportive of the children and is respectful to them. Their behaviour is managed in a positive manner, through the use of distraction and encouragement.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children benefit from a good relationship between the childminder and their parents. She exchanges information regularly about the children and a good system of communication ensures an effective passage of information. The childminder provides information for parents about each child and the younger children also have a book containing information about their day. Parents do not have access the childminders file, which contains her policies, this means the parents are not kept fully updated and informed.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. Children and their families feel welcome in the childminders home. The childminder has started her home based child care diploma level three training that will enable her to have a wider understanding of children and their needs.

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Organisation

Most of the required documentation is in place and in order. However, written permission for first aid treatment is not available. The childminder organises her day around the children's needs. Children are cared for appropriately as the required ratios are always maintained. All household members and visitors are subjected to regular checks and visitors are not left unsupervised. Overall, the provision meets the needs of the range of children for whom it provides.

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Improvements since the last inspection

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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Complaints since the last inspection

Since the last inspection there have been no complaints made to Ofsted that require the provider or Ofsted to take any action in order to meet the National Standards. The provider is required to keep a record of complaints made by parents, which they can see on request. The complaint record may contain complaints other than those made to Ofsted.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are satisfactory. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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The quality and standards of the care

To improve the quality and standards of care further the registered person should take account of the following recommendation(s): • raise children's awareness of equal opportunities through discussion, activities and resources • request written permission from parents for seeking emergency medical advice or treatment.

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The quality and standards of the care

set out in the leaflet Building better childcare: Compliments and concerns about inspectors' judgements which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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The quality and standards of the care

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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