Childminder in Bury

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 316620 Inspection date 17/01/2011 Inspector ISP Inspection

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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 1999. She lives with her two children aged 19 and 16 years old. They live in the Elton area of Bury, close to local schools, shops and other amenities. The house is close to transport links for both Bury and Manchester. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding plus the upstairs bathroom and toilet. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under the age of eight years at any one time and there are currently fourteen children on roll. The childminder also cares for children over the age of five years, and works with a full-time assistant. She is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder walks to local schools and nurseries to take and collect children. She also takes children to the local park. 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

Children are happy, settled and content in the setting. They make satisfactory progress in their learning and development and the childminder is beginning to establish each child's individual needs in the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder has still to develop self-reflection of her practice, and develop a procedure to include information from parents on who has legal responsibility to safeguard children. Effective written policies and procedures are in place and arrangements made to attend a first aid course in order to ensure that continuous improvement is made.

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further?

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

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further?

 implement a procedure to ensure that information on who has legal contact with the child and who has parental responsibility for the child is in place 31/01/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 extend systems to make meaningful observations and assessments, and use these to clearly identify learning priorities and plan relevant and motivating learning experiences for each child across all areas of learning  improve the systems for the organisation of the setting to include effective procedures which evaluate the provision and identify areas for improvement This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  ensure that first aid training is up-to-date and a first aider on site at all times.

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the early years provision

The childminder knows and understands child protection and safeguarding issues and how to implement the processes. She has a satisfactory understanding of her role and responsibilities with regard to safeguarding and protecting children through training. In addition, a written policy is in place which includes the procedure to follow should an allegation be made against herself or a member of her family.

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the early years provision

The childminder supervises children well and the indoor and outdoor environment is safe and secure. For example, smoke alarms are in place and age-appropriate pushchairs used when on outings. This ensures that she has fully secured the children's safety both inside and outdoors. However, the childminder does not have information from parents on who has parental responsibility for the child, ensuring that all necessary steps are taken into account to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. Daily visual checks are carried out to the premises prior to children arriving to ensure that they remain safe at all times. However, the self- evaluation process to monitor reflective practice has not been established to accurately identify areas for improvement in the childminder's practice.

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the early years provision

Children make satisfactory progress in their learning, are content and settled, and willingly take part in activities on offer. Outcomes relating to children's progress in relation to their starting points are satisfactory. The childminder is able to verbally demonstrate how she is supporting children who are not yet making sufficient progress. However, planning and evaluation of activities is still to be developed to ensure that children's learning and development is being achieved consistently.

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the early years provision

Children are able to access a variety of resources depicting positive images of different cultures, family backgrounds and abilities, developing positive attitudes to others. They regularly attend local groups and make use of the local library and Children's Centre to enhance their experiences. Children are encouraged to share resources and develop an understanding of each other's needs through gentle reminders from the childminder.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a satisfactory knowledge of learning and development and is currently using a reasonable range of teaching methods to provide activities and experiences to meet the children's needs. In addition, the evaluation and assessment of activities does not always link into future planning to ensure that the children are provided with sufficient challenge or interest.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a sound relationship with parents, and a written daily diary is in place to ensure that parents are aware of the activities that their children have been involved in. Written policies and procedures are in place, and parents are given a copy of policies when the children start to ensure they are well-informed. Discussions with parents and settling in sessions prior to children starting ensure that effective procedures are in place so that children's individual needs are fully This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 met from the start. The childminder has not yet had reason to establish partnerships with other providers, but she understands the importance of working closely with other agencies should the need arise.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy their time at the childminder's home and make satisfactory progress in their learning and development. All children have the opportunity to move around and initiate their own play in the lounge/playroom which is bright and attractive. They choose toys and equipment themselves from labelled boxes which are stored at child level. Children enjoy the close relationship with the childminder and show a real sense of belonging as they are confident in their environment. For example, children move from room to room, independently choosing activities such as the cars, using the car mat on the floor.

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and outcomes for children

Children are engaged in conversation and promote their language and communication skills with the childminder as they sing along to nursery rhymes on the tape and sing songs with actions. Younger children sat on the floor in pairs to sing "Row row row your boat", enjoying the screaming at the end. Children are able to express themselves as they play with the musical instruments, sharing a drum, with both having a drum stick to beat out a tune, while others played with the shakers. The children have opportunities to play with different textures, and records show them making patterns with shaving foam, and painting. They enjoy printing with the paint, using different fruit and vegetables, but love to do hand painting.

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and outcomes for children

Children make choices about their activities as they access easily all the equipment which is stored at low level. They show an interest in books and reading and bring these to the childminder to read to them. Younger children sit with the childminder on the floor and they excitedly point to the fruit and vegetables in the book, repeating their name with the minder. All children are able to increase their awareness of diversity as the childminder has increased her resources as part of recommendations from her previous inspection. Children learn to use a range of tools with skill as they develop their imagination with the play dough, shaving foam and baking.

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and outcomes for children

Satisfactory hygiene procedures are in place to prevent the risk of infection, as the childminder uses antibacterial spray between nappy changes. The childminder incorporates topics on health and hand washing. Since the last inspection the children now use disposable hand towels to ensure there is no risk of cross- infection. Children's drinks are easily accessible throughout the day, with individual cups and a jug of water accessible. Children learn how to keep themselves safe as the childminder practices fire drills regularly. However, the childminder does not have a current first aid certificate in place. This has been addressed by the childminder and she is booked to attend a first aid course in a few weeks time. In addition to this the childminder always works with her assistant who holds a current first aid certificate, which ensures that children remain safe and staff have This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children are able to explore and develop their physical skills as they visit various local facilities, and always walk back and forth to school.

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and outcomes for children

Children sit at the table or high chair together to enjoy healthy meals and snacks made by the childminder, making this time a social occasion. Older children on return from school enjoy snacks that consist of a variety of fresh fruit to ensure that they have a healthy and nutritious balanced diet. 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 identified in the early years part of the report (Records to be kept) 31/01/2011

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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 identified in the early years part of the report (Records to be kept) 31/01/2011

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