Childminder in Manchester

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY390923 Inspection date 23/11/2009 Inspector Patricia Graham

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Type of setting Childminder to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It rates council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection. If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 08456 404040, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk . You may copy all or parts of this document for non-commercial educational purposes, as long as you give details of the source and date of publication and do not alter the information in any way.

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Royal Exchange Buildings St Ann's Square Manchester M2 7LA

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T: 08456 404040 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk 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.

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Introduction

Please see our website for more information about each childcare provider. We publish inspection reports, conditions of registration and details of complaints we receive where we or the provider take action to meet the requirements of registration. 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 2009. She lives with her husband, who is an assistant, and two children aged seven years and four years in the Openshaw area of Manchester. The back room and kitchen of the childminder’s house are used for childminding and bathroom facilities are situated on the first floor. There is an enclosed area for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of two children at any one time in the early years age range and is currently minding one child, full-time. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and also makes provision for children older than the early years age group which is registered on the voluntary and compulsory part of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. The childminder is a member of an approved childminding network.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is inadequate.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder and her assistant provide a homely environment and are attentive to children's individual needs. The provision of suitable activities and resources positively support children's learning and development. As a result, children make steady progress towards the early learning goals. However, insufficient knowledge of the welfare requirements compromises children's safety and well-being. Systems for self-evaluation are not effective as they do not identify significant weaknesses. As a result, future plans are not in place to secure continuous improvement to the provision.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the early years provision requires significant improvement. The registered person is given a Notice to Improve that sets out actions to be carried out.

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further?

To comply with the requirements of the EYFS the registered person must take the following action by the specified date:

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further?

 conduct a written risk assessment and review it regularly, at least once per year or more frequently where the need arises, to ensure hazards to children are kept to a minimum (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) 07/12/2009

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further?

 ensure procedures are in place for dealing with concerns or complaints that may be received in writing (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 07/12/2009

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further?

 ensure parental permission is requested at the time of 07/12/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 the child's admission to the provision, to the seeking of any necessary emergency medical advice or treatment in the future, to promote children's welfare (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare)  ensure the self-assessment process identifies the setting's strengths and key priorities for development to improve the quality of provision for all children (Organisation). 07/12/2009

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further?

To improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 provide positive images that challenge children’s thinking and help them to embrace differences in gender, ethnicity, language, religion, culture, special educational needs and/or disabilities  obtain written parental permission for children to take part on outings and ensure adequate insurance cover is in place for vehicles in which children are transported.

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the early years provision

Adequate awareness of the procedures in line with the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures ensures children are safeguarded. Suitable systems are in place to ensure the safe collection of children. For example, children are only released into the care of individuals named by the parents and a password system is also used, which further enhances their well-being. However, children's safety is not consistently promoted because risk assessments are not conducted, which means potential hazards are not identified. For example, an open fire is easily accessible to children, which compromises their safety. Although systems are in place to ensure children are safe on outings, the childminder has not obtained written parental permission for children to take part on outings. In addition to this, she does not have adequate insurance cover for the vehicle. As a result, children's welfare is not fully assured.

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the early years provision

Positive partnerships are forged with parents enabling children's needs to be met adequately. For example, the childminder takes time to seek information about children's likes and preferences, assisting her in recognising the uniqueness of each child. This is complemented with suitable systems for sharing information with parents about children's progress, enabling them to take an active part in their child's learning. A suitable range of written information regarding the childminding service, such as policies and procedures, is shared with parents. However, the childminder has insufficient knowledge of procedures for responding to written complaints. This is a specific legal requirement.

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the early years provision

Suitable toys and resources are provided to meet the needs of individual children, which positively supports their learning and development. In addition to this, the childminder and her assistant offer good supervision, which helps children feel assured and settled in the homely environment. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Procedures for monitoring the childminding provision are weak as the childminder is not fully aware of the legal requirements and does not sufficiently identify key areas to develop. As a result, systems are not yet in place to secure further improvements. Consequently, outcomes for children are inadequate.

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and outcomes for children

Children make sound progress in their learning and development because the childminder is attentive to their needs and adequately supports them in their learning and development. For example, the childminder takes children on outings to the local Children's Centre, which provides good opportunities for children to develop their language skills as they take part in singing activities. In addition to this they develop their social skills as they play alongside their peers. Children explore battery operated toys enabling them to operate simple mechanisms, which positively supports their awareness of information and communication technology. Children enjoy number games as they sing number songs and they show an interest in shape and space as they explore shape sorters. As a result, children are adequately supported in developing skills for the future.

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and outcomes for children

The learning environment positively promotes children's independence as they freely select activities from the adequate selection provided. As a result, they are becoming independent and active learners. Children have sufficient opportunities to go outside, which provides them with fresh air and exercise. This also enables children to gain an awareness of the world in which they live. However, their awareness of the wider world is not fully enhanced as activities and experiences are not consistently provided to support children's awareness of diversity.

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and outcomes for children

Children's health is promoted suitably because the childminder has systems in place for recording accidents and administering medication. In addition to this she is qualified to administer first aid, which means she can respond appropriately in the event of an accident. However, systems are not yet in place to seek parental consent for emergency medical treatment. This is a specific legal requirement. Babies’ emotional needs are well met as they enjoy the nurturing contact with the childminder who responds to their needs by giving lots of cuddles as she settles them to sleep. 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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children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement

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and managed?

The effectiveness of leadership and management in embedding ambition and driving improvement The effectiveness with which the setting deploys resources 3 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 4 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 3 The effectiveness of the setting’s engagement with parents and carers

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Stage

The quality of the provision in the Early Years Foundation Stage 4

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 4 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 4 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 3

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Stage

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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 ensure a written statement of procedures to be followed in relation to complaints, which relate to the requirements of the Childcare Register and which parents make in writing or by email, is in place (Procedures for dealing with complaints) (also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register) 07/12/2009

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 ensure a written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse or neglect, is in place (Arrangements for Safeguarding Children) (also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register) 07/12/2009

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 undertake a risk assessment of the premises and equipment, at least once in each calendar year, and immediately, where the need for assessment arises to ensure all necessary measures are taken to minimise any identified risks (Suitability and safety of premises and equipment) (also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register). 07/12/2009

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the compulsory Childcare Register section of the report (Procedures for dealing with complaints, Arrangements for Safeguarding Children, Suitability and safety of premises and equipment) 07/12/2009

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