Childminder in Stockport

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Unique reference number EY292089 Inspection date 02/12/2008 Inspector Jeanne Lesley Walsh

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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

Children only attend this setting before and/or after the school day and/or during the school holidays. The judgements in this report reflect the quality of early years provision offered to children during those periods.

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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 2004. She lives with her husband and her five- year-old daughter. They live in the Stockport, Cheshire, within walking distance of shops, schools and a park. Access to the childminder’s home is up two steps. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding, including a downstairs toilet. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The family has a pet dog.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for three children at any one time, under the Early Years Register and the compulsory part of the Childcare Register. She is also registered on the voluntary part of the Childcare Register to enable her to care for older children. There are currently four children on roll and, of these, three are under five years and one is eight years. All the children attend on a part time basis. She is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has a good knowledge of the individual needs of the children she minds and conscientiously promotes all aspects of their welfare. They are well settled in her home and are making sound progress in their development. Inclusion is a key strength, with children who have disability being well supported, in conjunction with their parent’s wishes. The childminder did not complete a self- evaluation form prior to her inspection-taking place. However, she is aware that her systems for planning and assessments and her communication with parents and other providers of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework (EYFS), are areas for her development.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop systems for planning and assessment to identify children's next steps and ensure that, over time, the six areas of learniing are covered in sufficient depth and breadth.  develop systems that help parents become involved in supporting their child's learning and development and establish links with other providers of EYFS to ensure progression and continuity of care and learning for children

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provision

The childminder demonstrates a good awareness of how to provide effectively for children’s individual welfare needs. She is committed to providing opportunities and activities that positively promote their learning and development. She fosters good relationships with parents and shares information with them regularly, including policies and procedures. However, this does not include sharing This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 information to help them become involved in supporting their child's learning and development. In addition, no effective systems are in place to communicate with other providers of the EYFS to ensure a consistent approach to children's care, learning and development.

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provision

The safety of children in the provision is a priority for the childminder. She takes good measures in the home and on outings, to ensure a safe environment. The childminder clearly understands her role in safeguarding children. She demonstrates a good awareness of the signs and symptoms of abuse and has relevant documentation available to refer to if required. She shares information with parents. The childminder also ensures that the children learn about their own personal safety as they walk to school. She talks to them about strangers and road safety and they wear safety wrist straps. She also reads them stories and they play games specifically designed to help to integrate safety into children's activities.

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provision

The childminder shows a commitment to develop her own knowledge and skills, to improve the service she provides for children. She attends short courses on specific subjects, such as first aid, and the safeguarding common assessment framework. The childminder values the uniqueness of every child and is proactive in ensuring she provides an inclusive service. The individual care needs for children with a disability are provided for in conjunction with parent’s wishes. The recommendation raised at the last inspection has been successfully met. This related to providing opportunities for children to explore everyday objects, natural materials, and mirror image to promote natural curiosity and self-awareness.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder knows the children very well and organises activities that stimulate their interest and imagination. She provides care in a safe, homely environment where children develop a sense of belonging. She provides opportunities for a good balance of adult and child led activities and encourages the children to make choices. The childminder respects their decisions and supports their needs. She helps them to develop their language skills, by asking questions and constantly explaining what they are doing. The children practise their mark making and some are starting to write their names. Some love to match the alphabet games and letters and others are busy learning their colours. The childminder praises the children's efforts and achievements, which boosts their confidence and self-esteem.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder makes sure resources are made easily accessible to all the children. They include items that promote positive images in everyday play. They love the creative activities and proudly show the inspector a whole range of pictures they have made, such as, a mask with feathers. The children are becoming aware of their local community through regular outings to activity groups where they socialise with other children. They visit the library, the hat museum, and the museum in the park.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder actively promotes children's good health and organises exercise most days. The children visit the park or walk to school. They jump on the mini This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 trampoline in the garden, ride the wheeled toys or play on the slide. The childminder discusses children's meals and snacks with parents and ensures that she provides appropriately for individual dietary needs. She promotes awareness of healthy eating through daily menus, which are shared with parents. She encourages the children to choose their favourite fruits from the supermarket and they help to prepare their own snacks. The children always eat their meals at the table, which they help to set. They are developing positive social skills and good manners. The children help to decide the house rules. They are observed to be very well behaved in the setting and respond well to the childminder who presents

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a very basic knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework (EYFS). She uses daily diaries and discussion as a means of sharing information about the children's day with their parents. However, this does not include any reference to the EYFS framework. The childminder has also not yet developed a comprehensive system for her planning and assessment of individual children that consistently covers all the six areas of learning. 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? 3

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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: Met

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Met 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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