Childminder in Stockport

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY338242 Inspection date 14/01/2010 Inspector Janice Linsdell

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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 0300 123 1231, 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: 0300 123 1231 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 2006. She lives with her husband and two children aged five and seven years. The family live in Stockport, Cheshire. All areas of the property are used for childminding purposes except for the small front bedroom. There is a secure garden available for outdoor play. There are no pets kept on the premises. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of four children at any one time. There are currently three children on roll, all of whom are within the early years age range. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder provides a homely and welcoming environment for all children. Her knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage is developing, which means some aspects relating to children's health and learning are not fully embedded. Children take part in a suitable range of activities to help them make sufficient progress in their learning. The childminder is working effectively with parents to ensure children's individual needs are met appropriately. She has made good efforts to evaluate her practice and she is beginning to recognise areas where she needs to develop. This demonstrates a positive approach to continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure a written record is kept of all medicines administered to children (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register). 05/02/2010

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further?

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

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further?

 improve systems for observing children and assessing their progress towards the early learning goals.

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the early years provision

The childminder is clear about her role in keeping children safe from harm. She has attended safeguarding training and her policy reflects her understanding of the correct procedures to follow should any concerns arise. She maintains detailed risk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 assessments to ensure any hazards are minimised and she is closely monitoring the building extension work to ensure children are not exposed to any risks. Most required documentation to ensure children's welfare and safety is suitably maintained, but there are inconsistencies in recording medication administered to children which does not fully meet requirements. Also, the childminder is currently caring for more children than her conditions of registration allow. This is an offence unless the childminder gives a reasonable excuse. On this occasion the childminder did so and Ofsted does not intend to take any further action.

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the early years provision

The childminder has completed some additional training, for example, in fire safety awareness, and she is keen to improve her skills by attending further courses. She is using evaluation systems successfully to review her practice and consider priorities for the future. For example, she plans to increase the range of outdoor toys and implement scrapbooks for the children. She values children as individuals and she is beginning to help them develop an awareness of their own and other cultures. The lounge is suitably organised with some good quality resources placed at low level so that children can help themselves to toys of their choice.

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the early years provision

Information about the children is shared with parents verbally and in writing, and the 'contact book' is effective in keeping parents informed about the children's care. Parents supply written feedback as part of the inspection, expressing very positive comments about the childminder and how she successfully meets the children's needs. Any suggestions for improvement are welcomed and the childminder has plans to improve the level of information shared about children's progress. None of the children are currently attending any other settings, but the childminder recognises the value of developing links with others to benefit the children's care and learning.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder interacts positively with the children and offers a suitable range of activities for them to enjoy. However, effective systems to fully support children in their learning and development are lacking. For example, the childminder is not planning activities to ensure a wide range of experiences are organised to meet children's individual learning needs, nor is she noting observations to track children's progress towards the early learning goals. Nevertheless, she is able to explain how children are making good progress in their speech and are beginning to recognise numbers and colours. She has some ideas about how to support children's next steps in their learning, such as developing their skills in walking, feeding and putting shoes on the correct feet.

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and outcomes for children

Children are establishing secure relationships with the childminder and her family. They enjoy spending time with her husband, playing with the toys on the floor, and they happily wave to others when they go for a nap. This shows they feel safe and settled in their environment. Children have many opportunities to attend toddler groups where they can interact, explore and develop their social skills. Their interest in books is encouraged because they visit the library and enjoy story time as part of the daily routine. Children are encouraged to solve simple problems This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 when they play with the cars and garage. They have opportunities to explore sand and water in the garden and take part in creative activities, such as hand printing. They show their imagination when they look through a tube and announce 'this is a telescope'. They also enjoy some exciting experiences, such as a train trip to

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and outcomes for children

Manchester's China Town. This encourages them to develop a positive view of the wider world.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder keeps the premises very clean and encourages children to follow hygienic routines. She takes children to visit parks and soft play areas and they benefit from walking everywhere. This helps children to develop an awareness of keeping themselves fit and healthy. Children are learning about safety issues, such as not to climb on furniture in case they fall. They are starting to understand the difference between right and wrong and the childminder frequently praises children to reinforce their good behaviour. This means they learn to use good manners and to play cooperatively together. Children's experiences are beginning to help them develop skills for the future. 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 3 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 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

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Records to be kept). 05/02/2010

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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 early years section of the report (Records to be kept). 05/02/2010

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