Childminder in Bury

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Unique reference number EY254769 Inspection date 18/12/2008 Inspector (Kate) Kathryn, Jane Ryder

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Type of setting Childminder This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Introduction

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under Sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of the registered early years provision. ‘Early years provision’ refers to provision regulated by Ofsted for children from birth to 31 August following their fifth birthday (the early years age group). The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and welfare, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Introduction

The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration whichever is the later, which require Ofsted or the provider to take action in Annex C.

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Introduction

The provider must provide a copy of this report to all parents with children at the setting where reasonably practicable. The provider must provide a copy of the report to any other person who asks for one, but may charge a fee for this service (The Childcare (Inspection) Regulations 2008 regulations 9 and 10).

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Introduction

The setting also makes provision for children older than the early years age group which is registered on the voluntary and/or compulsory part(s) of the Childcare Register. This report does not include an evaluation of that provision, but a comment about compliance with the requirements of the Childcare Register is included in Annex B. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Description of the childminding

The childminder was registered in 2003. She lives with her husband and three children aged seven, nine and 11 years in the Prestwich area of Manchester. The home is accessed at ground floor level, to the front of the property. The rear lounge, dining kitchen and bathroom facilities on the ground floor are used for childminding. There is an enclosed garden for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children at any one time, and she is currently caring for five children in the early years age group. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder values the uniqueness of each child and she has developed a good knowledge about individual needs. Children benefit from a daily routine offering both adult and child led activities, all of which contribute to them making steady progress in their learning and development.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Observation and assessment systems are relatively new and not yet fully effective in planning the next steps in learning. The childminder has positive relationships with parents and there are good systems for exchanging information. In general, appropriate documentation is in place. Through a self evaluation process, the childminder has identified her strengths and areas for future development. She has addressed a past recommendation well by developing clear systems for obtaining parental written permission for specific activities, ensuring that children's health and welfare needs are met.

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 further develop the use of observations and assessments to identify learning priorities and plan relevant and motivating learning experiences for each child.

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further?

To fully meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 keep a written risk assessment record, stating when it was carried out, reviewed and any subsequent action taken (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register) 01/01/2009  improve the registration system by recording children's hours of attendance (Documentation) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register) 01/01/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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provision

The childminder is familiar with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Some aspects of the required documentation are not fully in place, such as written risk assessments identifying hazards and action taken and recording children's hours of attendance; as a consequence legal requirements are not met. The children's play area is well organised with low level storage to enable children easy access and toys are labelled with pictures and print. The childminder is committed to ensuring that her service is fully inclusive and begins by forming positive partnerships with parents, gathering important early information about children's starting points. This continues to be built on with the use of a daily diary and written development observations, although as yet the observations do not identify the next steps in children's learning. The childminder is very aware of how links with others who may be involved in the care of the children, such as speech

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provision

therapists and physiotherapists benefit the overall welfare of the children.

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provision

The childminder has sound knowledge of safeguarding procedures which ensures she takes appropriate action in the event of any concerns and, therefore, protects children from harm. The childminder takes appropriate steps to minimise hazards in the home environment, making it a safe and secure place for children to play in comfort. Children's safety needs are met whilst out walking through appropriate measures, such as holding hands and walking away from roads. Children have access to a broad range of toys and equipment which are interesting, challenging and helps them make progress in their learning. Children learn to lead a healthy lifestyle through good personal care routines and snacks which keep them well.

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provision

The childminder demonstrates a commitment towards improving her knowledge and skills. She has completed two training days related to the Early Years Foundation Stage and has introduced written developmental observations to better inform her about children's progress towards the early learning goals. She also ensures her first aid certificate is up-to-date.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are happy and well settled in the childminder's care and form good relationships with her. Children behave well, they learn to tidy up and consider the feelings of others as they share equipment out equally. A daily diary, initially completed by parents, enables the childminder to build up knowledge about children's individual needs. On-going observations linked to the areas of learning provide detailed information about children's learning journey. The childminder has a developing knowledge of the six areas of learning in the EYFS which helps her to provide a balance of activities for children in the early years age group. The time she takes to talk, play and observe children enables her to monitor progress and development. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children benefit from an appropriate balance of child led play and adult led activities which help them make steady progress towards the early learning goals.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children have easy access to a good variety of toys and equipment which enables them to become independent in their play and initiate some of their own ideas. Children enjoy opportunities to express themselves creatively as they draw free style with pencil crayons and very young children develop their fine manipulative skills as they use chunky crayons to make marks on paper. Children routinely begin to learn about number as they get out of the childminder's car, counting one, two as they step out and as they count the bubbles that appear in the squeezy ball. The childminder provides daily opportunities for children to listen to stories and handle books. Children become absorbed listening to the rhyming story and excitedly repeat a series of rhyming words, such as 'jam and Sam' and 'cheese and Louise'. Children learn about the wider world as they go on walks in the local community. They enjoy spotting the colours of cars and the front doors of the

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

houses they pass. They have opportunities to learn about diversity as they play with the positive image play materials.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder's home is well organised to ensure children play safely. Children learn to keep themselves safe through appropriate discussions and being encouraged to tidy toys away. The childminder uses appropriate strategies to help promote children's good behaviour. Her regular praise and encouragement throughout the day help them develop confidence and self esteem. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

The key inspection judgements and what they mean

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

Grade 1 is Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Grade 2 is Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Grade 3 is Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Grade 4 is Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough

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of children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

How well does the provision promote inclusive practice? 2 The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement.

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How effective is the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement? How well does the setting work in partnership with parents and others? How well are children safeguarded? 2

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 2 How well are children helped to be healthy? 2 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 2 How well are children helped to make a positive contribution? How well are children helped develop skills that will contribute to their future economic well-being?

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

procedures set out in the guidance available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (CR5.4) 01/01/2009  take action as specified in the early years section of the report (CR5.4) 01/01/2009

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (CR5.4) 01/01/2009  take action as specified in the early years section of the report (CR5.4) 01/01/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex C: complaint/s made to Ofsted

This section of the report includes details of any complaint/s made to Ofsted when:  we took action for the provider to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register; or  we asked the provider to take action in order to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register; or  the provider had already taken any necessary action to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register.

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Annex C: complaint/s made to Ofsted

We will not report on any complaint where the provider met the requirements of the Early Years Register or did not require any action by Ofsted or the registered provider.

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Detail of the complaint/s

There have been no complaints made to Ofsted since the last inspection.

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Detail of the complaint/s

The provider is required to keep a record of complaints made by parents, which they can see on request. The complaints record may contain complaints other than those made to Ofsted.

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