English, Angela Jane

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number 304322 Inspection date 24 May 2005 Inspector Steven Anthony Urry

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Type of inspection Childcare Type of care Childminding

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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 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 good. 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 since February 1994. She is registered to care for five children under eight years. She lives with her 15 year old son in a house in Winsford. The whole of the ground floor and upstairs bathroom are used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play.

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THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE PROVISION

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 good. Children enjoy a range of physical activities which contribute to their good health and development. They are aware that exercise and healthy eating benefits their development as it gives energy and strength. Children understand the importance of good hygiene as they clean their teeth after meal time. Minded children benefit from a wide variety of healthy snacks and meals. The childminder is ensures all juice drinks are sugar free and water is available at all times. The childminder takes account of the wishes of the parent and children by providing a range of nutritious meals and snacks. Menus are always available to parents

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. Children enjoy a safe play environment as the childminder identifies and minimises risks for children in the home. This allows children are able to move around safely, freely and independently. Children freely select activities from a wide range of good quality toys and play equipment, which meets safety standards. The childminder carefully monitors and supervises children's choice of toys to make sure they are safe and appropriate for their age and stage of development. The childminder uses her secure understanding and knowledge of Child Protection to safe guards the children's welfare at all times. Most policies and procedures are in place to further enhance child safety.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. Children are relaxed and well settled in the childminders home. They interact well with one another. Children are becoming confident talkers due to the childminders encouragement as they are helped to pronounce word and develop language. Children respond well to the childminders positive encouragement and praise. Children become increasingly independent. The childminder provides a stimulating mixture of planned and free play experiences for children to enjoy. All children spend their time purposefully. They enjoy exploring a wide range of activities, which contribute to their creativity, as well as undertaking a number of regular local outings and the occasional special outings such as Chester Zoo .

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is good. The childminder provides a stimulating mixture of planned and free play experiences for children to enjoy. Resources are freely available to promote a positive view of

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Helping children make a positive contribution

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 differing cultures, disability and the wider world. Children learn about different cultures and festivals as they celebrate, Christmas, Easter and Halloween. The childminder provides a range of age appropriate books for children to enjoy.

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Organisation

The organisation is good. The organisation is good. The children feel relaxed and at home in the well-organised environment. This means they are confident to initiate and extend their own play and learning. The childminder effectively uses the policies and procedures to promote the welfare, care and learning of children. However, care to ensure written parental permission to take photographs of minded children is a recommendation to this report. The childminder provides regular daily feedback to parents and children take work home on a regular bases, this contributes to continuity in the children’s care. Planning systems are monitored and adapted to keep children safe and to enable them make good progress in all areas of their development. Overall, the provision meets the needs of the children who attend

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Improvements since the last inspection

At the previous inspection there was one recommendation to ensure that written parental consent is obtained prior to administering medication to children. This has successfully been addressed.

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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 good. 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): • Ensure written parental permission is obtained to take photographs of minded children

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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 procedures 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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