Childminder in Tameside

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Unique reference number EY378605 Inspection date 02/04/2009 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

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 has been registered since 2008. She lives in the Denton district of Tameside with her husband and their three-year-old daughter. The children are cared for on the ground floor in the lounge and dining/ kitchen. They also have access to the family bathroom upstairs. There is an enclosed rear garden for outdoor play. Children may be taken to and collected from local schools, or taken to children's activity groups and other places of interest with parental consent.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of two children at any one time on the Early Years Register. She is also registered on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register to enable her to care for older children. There is currently one child on roll under five years of age. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the quality of the provision is satisfactory. The childminder has a good knowledge of each child's individual needs and successfully promotes most aspects of their welfare well. She is developing positive relationships with parents to help achieve a consistent approach to children's care. Her growing knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework (EYFS) means that children's learning and development is satisfactory. However, some of her procedures are not well developed to ensure that children are fully supported through the early learning goals. The childminder does demonstrate enthusiasm and a capacity to improve her setting.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve the risk assessment to show clearly any action taken following review  make toys and equipment accessible so that children can make independent choices of what they do and include resources that show a positive attitude to diversity  ensure that over time the six areas of learning are covered in sufficient breadth and depth  use observations and assessments to identify children's next steps and plan relevant and motivating experiences for each child.

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provision

The childminder knows her minded children well and is developing a positive partnership with parents. On induction, information from parents helps her to establish children's starting points in relation to their learning and development. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder explains her responsibility to deliver the EYFS to parents and daily discussion keeps them informed of their child's progress. She is also taking steps to establish links with other providers of the framework. This helps to promote a consistent approach to children's learning and development.

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provision

The childminder is still developing her systems and her own knowledge of the EYFS. Her observations, assessments and planning are not fully effective to ensure that children's individual needs are met. The planning does not consistently cover all the learning areas sufficiently or link specifically to children's next steps. However, she demonstrates a positive interest in developing her provision and her own knowledge and skills by attending additional training.

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provision

The childminder ensures that children are safeguarded. She demonstrates awareness of possible signs and symptoms of abuse and is aware of procedures to follow should she have any concerns about children's safety. There is also a policy in place, which she shares with parents. The children are beginning to learn about keeping themselves safe, through regular activities and daily routines in the setting. For example, children know that they must not open the front door. On outings, they always hold hands and they do not talk to strangers or touch other people's dogs. Risk assessments are written into policies and visual checks are done daily to ensure a safe environment for children. However, the risk assessments are confusing and do not clearly indicate the reviews and any action taken.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder takes positive steps to meet children's individual welfare needs. She follows stringent hygiene and first aid procedures to ensure she reduces any risk of cross-infection. The children learn to wash their hands regularly, for example, before touching food and after using the bathroom or nappy changing. Nappies, tissues and wipes are also double bagged for immediate hygienic disposal. The children enjoy a range of physical activities both indoors and outside in the fresh air. They exercise to music or climb on play equipment and play ball games in the park. The childminder discusses their individual dietary needs with parents, and provides meals and snacks accordingly. She helps the children to become aware of healthy eating by offering a varied menu, including fruit, vegetables, pastas and salads. The children are also starting to learn about growing some foods as they tender the seeds and vegetables they planted in the

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder is still developing her knowledge and systems to help her to deliver the EYFS. However, she understands the importance of purposeful play and is helping the children to make satisfactory progress in their learning and development. They take part in a variety of experiences, follow consistent routines and enjoy both child-initiated and adult-led activities. The childminder is beginning to help the children to develop skills that will contribute to their economic well-being. For example, they develop reading skills and number and colour recognition. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Outings in the local area and the celebration of cultural and religious festivals, such as Easter and Chinese New Year, are beginning to promote a balanced view of the world for children. They are beginning to develop positive communication skills as the childminder explains to them what they are doing and where they are going.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

They learn new words and sounds when she talks about their family and they practise the words 'sister’ and ‘school'. The children love storybooks. They are learning to turn the pages and follow the words from left to right and they are starting to develop their pencil control as they follow writing patterns.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The children explore a variety of creative activities, including finger painting and water play. They make plaster moulds and paint them and they curiously poke, pat and squash the play dough into different shapes. They love singing and dancing and they jump along the number mat, which rewards them with music if they follow the numbers in the correct order. The children are constantly praised for their efforts and the childminder applauds their achievements, which boosts their confidence and self-esteem. However, the toys and activities are not easily accessible to the children. This means that the opportunities for them to make independent choices are limited. In addition, the range of equipment available does not adequately raise a positive awareness of diversity or promote equal opportunity for children. 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? 3 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? 3 How well are children helped to be healthy? 3 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 3 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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