Childminder in Stockport

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY403661 Inspection date 20/05/2010 Inspector Angela Cuffe

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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 2009. She lives with her father and her mother who is also a registered childminder at the same address. The family live in the Stockport area of Cheshire, close to shops, parks, schools and public transport links. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding, which includes the lounge, dining room and kitchen. Bathroom facilities are situated on the first floor. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to provide care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time, no more than three of which may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding five children in this age group. She also offers care to children aged over five years. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder collects children from the local school and goes to several toddler groups regularly. She 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 good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

A well developed knowledge of each child's needs ensures the childminder and her co-worker successfully promote children's care and education. Children are safe and secure and enjoy learning about their local area and the wider world. Most of the documentation is well maintained and the childminder has attended a range of relevant training courses since registration. She has clearly identified areas for further improvement, which particularly focus on sharing information with parents and improving the assessment files and the attendance register.

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further?

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

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further?

 keep a clear daily record of the names of the children looked after on the premises, including their hours of attendance (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register). (Documentation) 15/07/2010

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further the safeguarding children policy to be in line with the Local Safeguarding Children Board local guidance and procedures. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

A secure awareness of safeguarding issues ensures children are continually protected; for example, the childminder is fully aware of possible signs and symptoms, and has refreshed her knowledge through relevant training. The childminder has devised a written safeguarding policy, although, the policy does not include the steps to be taken if an allegation is made against the childminder or associates. Fire drills are practised regularly, which ensures children understand what to do should the need to evacuate the premises arise. The childminder also practises road safety with the children during outings and talks to them about 'stranger danger'. Regular risk assessments are carried out to ensure children's well-being is maintained at all times.

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the early years provision

The childminder actively promotes equality and diversity. She has a good knowledge of the children's backgrounds and needs and provides a range of activities based on other cultures and beliefs. This gives children a better understanding of the way other people live. The childminder works in partnership with parents and outside agencies to ensure specific learning programmes are used effectively. Parents provide positive feedback and are complimentary about the care their children receive. The childminder has a good knowledge of childcare; she informally reflects upon her practice and clearly demonstrates her plans for improvement, including continual plans for professional training and to organise her paperwork more effectively.

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the early years provision

Resources are well maintained, clearly organised and are easily accessible to children, which fosters their choice and independence. The childminder has a good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. She has effective systems in place to observe and monitor children's progress. Observations are meaningful and linked to children's next steps, which has a positive impact on the quality of planning for children’s individual learning. The childminder has successfully completed a range of relevant training since registration, which enhances her professional development. All of the required records and documentation are in place. However, the daily register is not very clear and does not contain all of the relevant information.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder's home is warm and welcoming. She interacts well with the children, enabling them to feel safe and secure. Children develop warm relationships with the childminder and their peers as they play happily with their chosen toys. Young children feel safe, settle quickly and enjoy sitting on the childminder's knee for comfort as and when needed. They select toys eagerly and show great interest as they carefully take objects out of a box and then put them back when they have finished with them.

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and outcomes for children

Children are enthusiastic learners and take a lively interest in everything they do. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 They demonstrate good levels of concentration and are able to freely express themselves in the relaxed, supportive atmosphere. They are encouraged to be themselves and follow their own interests and hobbies. One child dresses as a super hero; he runs around becoming the character as he pretends to fly. Another child plays with large hoops, the childminder shows them how to spin the hoop on their waist. The child is thrilled when the hoop spins a few times before falling down. Children eagerly express their creativity as they regularly access a range of materials to create pictures.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn about their local environment and the world around them as they enjoy outings to parks, libraries and other places of interest. They learn about, and respect, nature as they feed and watch the squirrels and birds in the garden. Children’s good health is well promoted because effective hygiene procedures reduce the risk of cross contamination. Surfaces, toys and equipment are kept clean and children independently use hand washing facilities and tissues. The childminder provides healthy home cooked meals using fresh ingredients and provides fruit for snacks. Children have access to drinking water at all times to enable them to satisfy their thirst when needed. 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 3 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

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report. (Records to be kept) 15/07/2010

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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) 15/07/2010

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