Childminder in Manchester

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY360194 Inspection date 05/01/2011 Inspector Susan Lyon

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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 assesses 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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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 March 2008. She lives with her husband, adult daughter and two sons in Manchester. The childminder is registered to care for five children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. There are currently three children on roll. The rooms and areas of the house used for childminding are the lounge, kitchen, downstairs bathroom and back garden. The provision is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder provides an out of school service from local primary schools. There are no pets in the household.

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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 children are happy and settled. Observation and assessment arrangements help children make some progress in their learning. However, some of the documentation required for the effective care of children is not in place. The childminder works with parents and external agencies to meet the individual needs of children. The childminder demonstrates sufficient capacity to continually improve the service provided.

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further?

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

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further?

 obtain written parental permission for seeking any necessary emergency medical advice or treatment in the future (Safeguarding and Welfare)(also applies to the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register) 06/01/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 increase knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework in order to ensure the learning environment covers all areas of learning.

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the early years provision

Children are safeguarded through the childminder's satisfactory knowledge and understanding of her role in child protection. She is aware of the vetting of household members and children are cared for in a safe and secure environment. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Risk assessments to the premises and outings minimise hazards to children. Space and resources are adequately organised to allow all children to move around freely and safely. Most documentation is in place to ensure the safe management of the provision. For example, the daily register is maintained and the childminder has a valid first aid certificate. However, parents' written consent for emergency medical treatment is not obtained impacting on the care of children in an emergency situation. This is a breach of requirements. The childminder adequately reviews her practices to identify areas for improvements. For example, she increases her play

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the early years provision

resources and has recently introduced visits to the local playgroup to enable children to mix with other children. The childminder remains enthusiastic as she likes working with children. She asks parents if they are happy with the care and acts on comments received to bring about improvements. The childminder attends ongoing training to increase her knowledge and skills, such as safeguarding and first aid.

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the early years provision

Children benefit from the childminder working closely with parents as they are welcomed into the setting through a series of visits to help new children settle in at their own pace. Parents are involved in children's learning and development through daily chats. New parents receive appropriate information, such as some policies and sample menus. Relevant information recognising the uniqueness of each child is obtained from parents, such as likes, dislikes, allergies and religion. This enables the childminder to meet children's individual needs. The childminder promotes positive attitudes to diversity through providing opportunities for children to explore and value differences and similarities in the wider world. All children are included in activities through the childminder changing or adapting the way play is provided. The childminder has started to establish some links with local schools and nurseries providing the Early Years Foundation Stage framework in order to

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the early years provision

promote progression and continuity of care and learning. The childminder understands the benefits to children of working with other agencies by sharing information to help all children achieve and progress.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder helps children to learn by spending time talking to them and asking them questions. She has an adequate understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and provides age-appropriate toys. The childminder finds out what new children can do on entry to the setting by talking to parents. Simple observations of children help the childminder plan suitable activities to help them make some progress towards the early learning goals. For example, children sometimes use simple statements, such as 'what's this' and 'make it big'.

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and outcomes for children

Children persist for extended periods of time as they enjoy joining construction pieces together. Children seek to do things for themselves and show interest in the world as they go for walks and talk about the snow and leaves falling. Children develop an understanding of numbers as they clearly say 'one' and 'two' when counting the bricks. Children join in singing their favourite songs. They show interest in toys incorporating technology as they press buttons to operate sound This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and musical toys. Activities such as these support children in gaining skills for the future.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder helps children to learn how to keep themselves safe through appropriate discussions. Children show they feel safe as they move around freely. Children benefit from fresh air and exercise every day as they walk to and from school. Children are given healthy choices at snack times and use of paper towels and wipes prevent the spread of infection. Appropriate action is taken when children are ill. Drinks are provided throughout the day keeping their bodies healthy and hydrated.

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and outcomes for children

The children freely choose what they want to play with. They feel assense of belonging as they are at ease and relaxed with the childminder. The childminder provides an inclusive service as she changes or adapts activities to enable all children to participate in activities of their choice. Children begin to understand the wider world through a satisfactory range of resources, such as books, dressing up clothes from around the world and ethnic dolls. Children's behaviour is managed positively through clear boundaries and explanations contributing to their confidence and 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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Early Years Foundation Stage

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 (Safeguarding and welfare) 06/01/2011

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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 (Safeguarding and welfare) 06/01/2011

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