Childminder in Stockport

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Unique reference number EY356062 Inspection date 15/09/2008 Inspector Janice Linsdell / Margaret Patricia Mellor

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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 2008. She lives with her husband and son aged five years. The family live in the Cheadle Heath area of Stockport. Most areas of the property are used for childminding purposes. There is an enclosed garden available for outdoor play. Family pets include two cats.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children at any one time. There are currently two children on roll who are within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). The childminder also cares for two children aged over five years and this provision is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary childcare register. There are currently no children attending with learning difficulties and disabilities, or children who speak English as an additional language. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder offers a welcoming, homely and inclusive environment for all children. She knows the children well, which enables her to meet their individual needs and promote their welfare. She has a calm and caring approach, and provides a suitable range of activities to support children in their learning and development. Partnerships with parents are developing well, for example, by sharing written policies and exchanging daily information about the children. The childminder shows some commitment to maintaining continuous improvement, such as by addressing all safety issues identified at the registration visit. This has made the premises safer for the children attending. She demonstrates sufficient understanding of the EYFS framework, but some systems to fully support aspects of the children's learning and also her own practice are not yet fully developed.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve the procedure for conducting and reviewing the risk assessment  build upon the range of resources to promote children's awareness of diversity  continue to develop knowledge and understanding of the EYFS framework, and introduce systems to show how children are making progress in their learning  implement systems to evaluate the quality of the setting to further enhance outcomes for children.

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provision

The childminder organises her childminding arrangements sufficiently well to safeguard and promote children's welfare and learning. She has completed This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 required basic training in childminding and first aid, but she has not yet accessed any further training to support her in her role. She is beginning to familiarise herself with the EYFS resource pack and shows some understanding of how children learn and develop. The playroom is well organised to create an inviting and welcoming environment where children can access resources of their choice. However, there are some gaps in the range of resources to promote positive images of diversity. All children are included in activities and are happily involved in their play because the childminder provides appropriate support and responds well to their individual needs.

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provision

The childminder understands the procedures for safeguarding children and keeping them safe from harm. She has taken necessary steps to address safety issues in the home, such as arranging a visit from the fire brigade to fit smoke alarms. She also completes daily safety checks to ensure any hazards to children are minimised. However, the risk assessment lacks detail about aspects of the environment that need to be checked and reviewed. All required documentation to meet children's needs is appropriately maintained and organised. Parents are kept well informed of all childminding arrangements and the childminder takes time to chat to parents about their child's day. The childminder shows a basic awareness of her strengths and areas for development, but procedures for evaluating the quality of the setting and its impact on the children are still being developed.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Overall, children are beginning to make some progress in all areas of learning, and their confidence and independence is developing well. They show interest in their play because the childminder makes sure the environment is organised so resources can be easily reached from the low level toy boxes. The childminder interacts warmly with the children and gives reassuring cuddles to help them feel secure. She is attentive to the children as she sits on the floor and encourages them to talk about their play, and children respond positively to her praise and encouragement. A flexible range of activities are planned to ensure children are provided with a suitable balance of home-based play and outings to places of interest. For example, the activity plan shows there are daily opportunities for children to play outdoors and participate in creative activities.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's good health is very well promoted and this is a strength of the setting. The childminder keeps her home very clean and tidy, and provides children with individual towels to dry their hands, which helps to minimise the spread of infection. Meals and snacks are healthy and nutritious, and children have opportunities to grow and taste their own fruit and vegetables, such as strawberries and beetroot. They develop good physical skills as part of the daily routine, for example, they visit the adventure playground, go on nature walks and access a variety of safe challenges in the secure and well equipped garden.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder ensures all necessary safety equipment is in place to minimises hazards to children. Appropriate procedures are in place to keep children safe on outings and the childminder helps them to develop an awareness of road safety. Children behave well because the childminder is a good role model and encourages This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 positive behaviour. She makes sure all children are included so that nobody feels left out, for example, younger children are supported to join in with drawing activities with the older children. There are some opportunities for children to learn about other cultures through the small selection of books available.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are becoming confident communicators and have opportunities to develop early writing skills as they draw lines and make marks on the paper. They benefit from regular visits to the library and show enjoyment of books, for example, by sitting with the childminder and repeating the words and sounds in the story. Children are beginning to develop an understanding of number and spontaneously count as they bounce on the trampoline. Their knowledge and understanding of the world is developing well. For example, they use a magnifying glass to look at objects in the garden and talk about what they find when they go for walks in the community. Children use a computer and a variety of interactive toys to support their learning of technology.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has ongoing discussions with parents about the children, which helps to contribute to their care and learning. She shows some understanding of the children's stage of development and her observations have identified where younger children may need more support, for example, with their speech. However, there are no systems in place to monitor children's progress in their learning and development. 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

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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of children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

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

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How effective is the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement? Satisfactory

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How well does the setting work in partnership with parents and others? Satisfactory

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How well are children safeguarded? Satisfactory

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? Satisfactory How well are children helped to be healthy? Good How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? Satisfactory How well are children helped to make a positive contribution? Satisfactory

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped develop skills that will contribute to their future economic well-being? Satisfactory

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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 registration.

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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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