Childminder in Manchester

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY221816 Inspection date 28/03/2010 Inspector Anne Drinkwater

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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 July 2002. She lives with her husband and four children aged four to 17 years in the Chorlton area of Manchester. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding; this includes a lounge, dining area and kitchen. The bathroom is on the first floor. The family has a dog which is kept in the lounge but children do not have access to it.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than two may be in the early year’s age range. She is currently minding two children in this age group. She also offers care to children aged over eight years to 11 years. In total there are two children on roll. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She 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 inadequate.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has recently returned to childminding after working outside the home, and as a consequence, she has not kept abreast of the current changes, and a number of legal requirements in the statutory framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage have not been met. That said, each child's individual requirements are somewhat catered for and respected, and the children have equal access to the activities and outings on offer. However, the childminder has little knowledge of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. In addition, although she demonstrates an understanding of her weaknesses she has yet to implement systems for self-evaluation, in order to identify her strengths or the required areas for improvement.

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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?

 gain knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage learning and development requirements so that children are provided with an educational programme that will enable them to make progress towards the early learning goals in all areas of learning (Early Learning Goals) 12/04/2010

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further?

 conduct a risk assessment for the home and individual outings and maintain a record of these clearly stating 12/04/2010 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 when it was carried out, by whom, date of review and any action taken following a review or incident (Suitability and safety of premises and equipment) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register)  ensure that all persons aged 16 and over living on the premises are suitable by notifying Ofsted and ensuring completion of the relevant checks (Suitable People)(also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register). 12/04/2010

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further?

To improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 provide a range of resources and activities to cover all areas of learning, to include natural resources and resources to promote children's understanding of diversity during play  develop systems for self-evaluation to identify strengths and areas for improvement to raise the quality of care and education and consider ways to seek parents and children’s views in order for them to contribute to the setting's self-evaluation  develop children's understanding of keeping themselves safe in an emergency by practising regular evacuation drills; record details in a fire log book of any problems encountered and how they were resolved and ensure a working smoke alarm is located on all floors  review the current cleaning arrangements of the home and play resources in order to improve the health and safety requirements for children, especially in relation to the floors, work surfaces and the dog pen  review the safeguarding policy to include procedures to follow in the event

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further?

of any allegations made against members of the household.

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the early years provision

Suitability checks have been completed on the childminder and her husband, but she has not notified Ofsted and ensured the completion of the suitability checks for her 17 year old son. The childminder has the required understanding of her role in protecting children from harm, and shows an awareness of the indicators of abuse and the procedures to be followed in the event of any concerns; however the required policy does not contain all the relevant procedures. The childminder offers a friendly, supportive service for parents and the majority of children's details and policies are in place; however, although she is aware of potential hazards to children, and has some appropriate safety equipment, she does not undertake risk assessments for her home or outings. Hazards have been identified in the home and a review of the current cleaning arrangements of the home and play resources is required, in order to offer a healthy environment for children.

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the early years provision

Children access resources from those available and freely move around the available space. They have weekly visits to local facilities, such as childminder groups and parks. However, the childminder has little knowledge of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She does not This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 observe, plan or provide meaningful activities to promote all the areas of learning. Nor does she provide sensory experiences for babies or activities to promote anti- discriminatory play. Therefore children’s developmental progress is not monitored to enable children to reach their full potential. That said, the children are treated with equal concern and the childminder provides individual support to children, as a result some areas of inclusion are promoted.

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the early years provision

The childminder has not undertaken self-evaluation; however, she is aware of her strengths and weaknesses, and has in the past year completed a National Vocational Qualification at level 3 in Childcare, and has appropriately addressed most of the recommendations made at the last inspection. She shows a commitment to developing her service and is working with a development worker to address the areas of concern. The childminder clearly recognises that improvement to the service she provides is necessary, to ensure better outcomes for children.

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the early years provision

Partnerships with parents are developing; verbal feedback is given as they collect their children at the end of their minded day. The childminder is reviewing her policies and these are now available for parents and include a written complaints procedure and information posters.

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and outcomes for children

Children have an easy relationship with the childminder and are happy and secure in her care. They are confident to approach her for comfort and reassurance during the course of the day. All children are valued and any specific requirements, such as dietary requirements or preferences, are respected.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder provides some activities, such as books and some programmable word recognition toys, which maintain the child's interest and enjoyment. The children show good imaginative skills as they play with small world resources, and role-play at impromptu opportunities as they pretend to be the doctor and listen to the patient’s heart. Children benefit from regular outdoor play. They frequently go out for a walk in the parks and visit community groups where they have opportunities to use large apparatus, thereby, developing an understanding of the importance of exercise and fresh air. Children are starting to develop an understanding of different people in society through looking at books and having discussions when out and about.

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and outcomes for children

Children begin to learn about healthy eating as they are offered nutritious snacks and drinks in line with parents' preferences. Drinking water is always available and children can freely access this when feeling thirsty. Children are routinely supported in washing hands before eating and after using the toilet. The childminder holds an up-to-date first aid certificate, and a suitably stocked first aid kit is readily available to deal with any emergencies.

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and outcomes for children

Children are developing an awareness of their own safety as they listen to the childminder's reminders about sharing toys without snatching; however, the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 childminder is not developing children's understanding of keeping themselves safe in an emergency by practising regular evacuation drills, or ensuring a working smoke alarm is located on all floors. 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 4 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 4 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 4 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 4 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 4

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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 (Suitability and safety of premises and equipment) 12/04/2010

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report.(Suitability to care for children, or have regular contact). 12/04/2010

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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 (Suitability and safety of premises and equipment) 12/04/2010

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report. (Suitability to care for children, or have regular contact). 12/04/2010

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