Childminder in Stockport

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Unique reference number EY312570 Inspection date 12/05/2009 Inspector Teresa Ann Clark

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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 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 2005. She lives with her husband and daughter aged five years in the Denton area of Stockport. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding purposes and bathroom facilities are situated on the first floor. There is a secure rear garden for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding three children in this age group. With parental consent, the childminder takes children to local community groups and 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 good. A child focused environment is created, enabling children to have a good sense of belonging. Children are making good progress towards the early leaning goals. Inclusive practice is promoted well ensuring all children are recognised as individuals. Effective partnerships are formed with parents, however some aspects are not fully developed. The childminder has not developed a system to monitor the effectiveness of her provision.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop a system for reflective practice and self-evaluation to identify strengths and priorities for development that will improve the quality of provision for all children  further develop the relationships with parents and other early years providers to promote integration of care and education.

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provision

The childminder organises space, time and resources well to effectively meet children's needs. All required documentation is in place. The childminder has developed a range of policies and procedures and these work well in practice to promote children’s health, safety, enjoyment, achievement and ability to make a positive contribution.

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provision

Although the childminder has begun to reflect upon her practice, a system for self- evaluation is not yet in place. The recommendations from the last inspection have been successfully met. There is a significant improvement in the range of toys and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 equipment available to children and the childminder has attended training to develop her knowledge about child development. These improvements contribute towards better outcomes for children.

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provision

The childminder ensures that the service she provides is inclusive and she makes parents and their children feel welcome. Strong partnership with parents enable positive relationships to be formed and children's individual needs are met appropriately. She provides information about the six areas of learning and through daily diaries keeps parents informed about their children's progress. However, parents are not yet fully involved in their children's learning and development. The childminder has not established links with other EYFS providers who are involved in the children's care and education.

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provision

Children are protected because the childminder has a good awareness of safeguarding procedures. Good supervision and robust risk assessments ensure children's safety within the home and on outings. Children explain what the colours of the traffic lights mean, 'Red means stop and green means go' Comprehensive risk assessments for the home and outings are in place to eliminate risks to children.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

An organised environment helps children to become independent and active learners as they select their own toys and activities, enabling them to initiate their own play. This is complemented with focussed activities provided by the childminder which build on children's interests. The childminder has good systems in place for observing children as observations and photographs are collated in a learning journey, which reflects children's progress across all areas of learning. The childminder uses her observations and assessments to identify children's next steps and inform future activities to move children on in their learning.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder uses her knowledge about individual children to plan play activities. For example, a child has a fascination with transport so has easy access to toys to support this interest. Children receive good individual attention as the childminder dedicates time to playing and supporting them in their learning. She uses every opportunity to extend their language and to challenge their thinking. The childminder recognises the uniqueness of every child, she knows the children extremely well and successfully meets their individual needs. She shares warm and trusting relationships with the children. As a result, the children feel valued and are happy and secure in her care.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children enjoy building the train track with good support from the childminder. She sits on the floor encouraging their problem solving skills, for example, asking if they can find pieces that might fit. Children show great pleasure when they find the pieces by saying 'Tadah'. They are learning about shape as the childminder asks them to pass some circles and wavy ones. Children's learning is challenged through the use of good open ended questions, such as 'What do I need to put here?'. They develop their imaginative skills as they talk about travelling on the train to the airport and use traffic signals to stop and start the train to let people This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 get off.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are beginning to understand that print carries meaning and are developing a love of books. They select their favourite books to share with the childminder, for example, 'Going on a Bear hunt'. The childminder pauses to allow children to join in the story. Visits to the library, shops and museums help children gain an understanding of the wider world. Topics such as 'All about me' help children learn that each child is unique and special. Children receive lots of praise and appreciation for their efforts and achievements and this helps them to feel valued and develops their confidence and self-esteem. The children develop a good sense of belonging. They clearly enjoy their time with the childminder and they thrive on her interaction and attention.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The premises are clean and well maintained and the childminder actively promotes good hygiene practices to minimise the risk of cross-infection. The children know they need to wash their hands after using the bathroom to make sure they are clean. The childminder supervises the children well enabling them to play safely and independently. The childminder practises the emergency evacuation procedure with the children on a regular basis to help them develop an understanding of what to do in the event of an emergency such as a fire. The childminder provides a menu that is well balanced and nutritious to promote children's growth and development. The children also learn about healthy eating through planned activities, such as selecting healthy toppings for their pizzas during cooking activities. 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: 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

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