Childminder in Stockport

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Unique reference number EY369586 Inspection date 20/10/2008 Inspector Barbara Christine Wearing

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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 partner and two year old daughter in the Edgeley area of Stockport. The whole ground floor, playroom in the cellar and a small bedroom on the first floor of the property is used for childminding purposes. There is a bathroom on the first floor. The childminder lives within walking distance of local schools and amenities. She is registered to care for a maximum of four children under eight years at any one time, of which, two may be in the early years age group. There are currently two children on roll on the Early Years Register. She is also registered on the compulsory and voluntary part of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder attends local carer and toddler groups, park and library. She walks to local schools to take and collect children.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder's home provides a bright, welcoming and stimulating environment for children. Children are happy and secure and make good progress towards the early learning goals, although systems to record this are in their infancy. The majority of necessary records are in place to promote children's safety and well- being. The childminder has good systems in place to establish and maintain close relationships with parents. Therefore, she has a good understanding of children's individual needs and caters for them accordingly. The childminder reflects on her practice, is enthusiastic and keen to develop her childminding provision.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop a simple system for monitoring and assessing children's progress, identifying next steps for their learning and plans of how to help children to meet these.

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further?

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

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further?

 record risk assessments for outings 27/10/2008

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provision

The childminder shows a strong commitment to the continual development of her provision, ensuring she delivers a good quality childminding service that meets the needs of the children she cares for. Through her thorough self-evaluation she identifies and works on areas to develop. Policies and procedures are comprehensive, well organised and shared with parents. These ensure children are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 safeguarded and enable parents to make an informed choice regarding childcare and help to maintain a consistent approach. Most documentation and records are in place to promote the well-being and safety of children. The childminder has clear written risk assessments for her home and is aware of how to minimise risks while on trips out of the home. However, risk assessments for outings are not recorded.

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provision

The childminder organises her home and daily routine well, ensuring all children benefit from a wide range of experiences in and out of the home and adapting activities for younger and older children. They regularly attend the local library, toddler groups and sessions that give children opportunities to develop skills in various areas of development while socialising with others. The childminder has a good understanding of the needs of each child she cares for as she works closely with parents and observes children closely. Through discussions with parents she helps prepare children for entry to school as they engage in a creative activity in which they draw, cut out and stick items for a lunch box. In response to parents' wishes, children bring their lunch to the childminder's home as they would at school, in order to develop their independence. Informative daily records sheets are given to parents and provide them with an insight into the child's day.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder shows genuine affection for the children she cares for and values them as individuals. Children enjoy lots of cuddles and the childminder is responsive to their verbal and non-verbal communications. The childminder is a positive role model for children as she treats them with care and respect. Older children speak pleasantly to younger children and they enjoy each other's company. The childminder has a positive behaviour management strategy which she enforces gently and consistently. Older children are involved in writing 'golden rules' and remind each other of these when they feel appropriate.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and early learning goals. She is developing a recording, assessment and planning process and has various systems in place to record children's achievements and next steps for their development. This information is used to inform her planning for the children. Learning and development journals are being established for children with photographs and captions showing their progress. These are shared with parents, thereby involving them in their children's learning. The childminder has a knowledge of what children are learning at other early years settings that they attend. She is therefore able to continue with this learning, while being sensitive to children's needs to relax and engage in free play after a day at school.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children freely and confidently explore the good range of well maintained toys and resources. These are well organised, cover all areas of learning, are easily accessible and present positive images which allow children to learn about our diverse society. Babies pull themselves up to the settee and hold on as they walk along it to choose from a selection of books the childminder has put out. The childminder recognises the importance of books in developing children's skills in communication, language This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and literacy and understanding of the wider world. A wide selection are consistently available for children. They spend time looking at books together and go to story time sessions at the library. The childminder presents challenges to children throughout the day. On the way to school older children identify letters that they

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

know on street signs and link sounds to letters. Children use a selection of mark making materials that are available on a small table. They have fun as they explore a mixture of cornflour and water, observing changes as they add more water to the mixture. They build towers and aeroplanes using large bricks, and the childminder allows children to explore while offering sensitive support. Posters around the playroom support children's learning and displays of their art work demonstrates that their individual creativity is valued and create a sense of belonging. Children develop their physical skills through activities in and out of the home. They dance to music at home and babies have lots of space to crawl and develop their walking skills. Children have daily opportunities to be outdoors. They visit the park on a regular basis and have opportunities to crawl through over and under, to balance and to climb when attending organised sessions outside the home.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder promotes a healthy lifestyle for children. She maintains good standards of hygiene and encourages children's understanding and independence in keeping themselves healthy. Fresh drinking water is available to children throughout the day and older children pour themselves drinks from a jug that is available to them. The childminder praises their 'good pouring' skills. She provides children with home cooked, nutritious meals and healthy snacks, catering for individual dietary needs. Children learn to keep themselves safe as the childminder explains hazards to them and teaches them skills, such as road safety. 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? Good The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement. Good

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

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

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

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

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

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

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

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

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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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