Childminder in Stockport

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 306775 Inspection date 11/02/2010 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 2000. She lives with her two teenage children in Stockport, Cheshire. The whole ground floor of the property is used for childminding purposes. 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 six children at any one time. There are currently seven children on roll and of these, two 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 good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder establishes warm, friendly and very supportive relationships with the children. She meets their individual needs really well and offers a good range of activities to support their learning and development. She works successfully with parents and understands the value of working together to promote children's welfare. Arrangements for self-evaluation are in the early stages, although the childminder demonstrates a strong commitment to ongoing improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve procedures for self-evaluation to further promote continous improvement.

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the early years provision

The childminder is fully aware of the procedures to safeguard children from harm. She has attended safeguarding training and her policy clearly outlines her responsibilities should any concerns be identified. Good hygiene standards are maintained and detailed risk assessments are carried out, which promotes children's health and safety. The childminder knows the children very well and responds positively to their needs. She treats children with respect and makes them feel involved and included. The playroom is an inviting area for children to explore. Resources are plentiful, accessible and rotated regularly to offer children variety and choice. Documentation to promote children's safety and welfare is suitably maintained and well organised.

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the early years provision

The childminder attends a good level of training, such as, Early Years Foundation Stage and inclusive childminding. She shows a strong commitment to providing good quality care and learning for the children. However, the procedures for evaluating practice and setting clear targets for the future are not fully embedded. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder clearly understands the purpose of developing partnerships with other settings to support children's ongoing learning. She maintains very positive relationships with parents by keeping them well informed, sharing information and working closely together to meet children's needs. Parents speak very highly about the childminder and the 'fantastic' care she provides for the children.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder shows a secure understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and makes good use of guidance materials to promote children's development. She offers a wide range of home-based activities and outings, such as crafts, baking and trips to the duck pond. She skilfully guides and supports children's play, and encourages them to learn through their senses. This helps children to make good progress in their learning and enables them to develop skills for the future. Effective systems are used to plan, observe and monitor children's progress. For example, interesting topics are planned to enable children to explore concepts, such as, 'light and dark', and their files contain lots of photographs, observations and examples of their work. The childminder is aware of children's next steps and explains how she is helping to children to count, recognise numbers and develop their confidence.

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and outcomes for children

Children develop close relationships with the childminder and they enjoy their time with her. They visit different groups on a weekly basis so that children can mix with others and develop their social skills. Children show interest in books and benefit from weekly trips to the library. They really enjoy snuggling up on the settee to read a story, as the childminder encourages them to count the shiny beetles. Children are learning about shapes and colours, and their understanding of the natural world is well promoted. For example, they discover terrapins at the local park and visit the pet store to look at the fish and watch the dogs getting washed. Children enjoy singing songs and playing imaginatively with the play kitchen. They have many opportunities to develop their creative skills, as they glue and paint, and the interesting range of ethnic play food helps them to learn about other cultures.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy a healthy lifestyle. They go on plenty of walks and enjoy trips to soft play areas where they can practice their physical skills. They benefit from eating healthy snacks and enjoy 'taster days', where they can try different foods. Children are closely supervised and receive lots of cuddles and reassurance to help them to feel safe and secure. The childminder is a good role model in promoting positive behaviour. She has fun with the children and offers continuous praise and encouragement. Children are frequently told how beautiful they are, which helps them to feel good about themselves and boosts their self-esteem. 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 2 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 2 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 2 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 2

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 The extent to which children feel safe 2 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 2 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 2 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 2

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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

 devise a written statement of procedures to be followed in relation to complaints which relate to the requirements of the Childcare Register and which a parent makes in writing or by email (Procedures for dealing with complaints) (also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register). 05/03/2010

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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 above (Procedures for dealing with complaints). 05/03/2010

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