Childminder in Trafford

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY371633 Inspection date 18/01/2011 Inspector Janet Singleton

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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 2007. She lives with her husband and three children, aged 10, five and three years, in the Stretford area of Trafford. The whole of the ground floor of the property is used for childminding. The childminder is able to take and collect children from local schools and pre-schools.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children under eight years at any one time, of whom, no more than two may be in the early years age range. There are currently two children attending who are within the Early Years Foundation Stage, all of whom attend on a full-time basis. The childminder also offers care to children aged over five years. She is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder supports children who speak English as an additional language.

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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 childminder has a satisfactory understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage to promote children's learning and development. The observation and assessment procedures are not used effectively. All the required policies and procedures are in place and meet with legal requirements. The children are kept safe and secure with procedures for safeguarding available. The satisfactory partnership with parent's means information is shared to identify children's individual needs. The childminder is beginning to assess and evaluate her practice but this is in its very early stages.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve the observation and assessment procedure in order to plan for a wider range of activities for children according to their ages and stages of development  build up on the resources available to children to enable them to have a greater choice and to be able to extend their learning and development  develop the procedures and systems for self-evaluation of the childminding practice in order to monitor your improvement and continue to improve outcomes for children. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

The childminder has in place systems to protect children from harm and neglect. She is confident of the action to take should she have any concerns regarding the children she minds. Adults in the home have undergone checks to ensure their suitability to be with children. Children are cared for in a safe and secure home with risk assessments being completed. She completes a daily check of the premises to ensure it is safe for children. All the required documentation for the safe and efficient management of the setting is in place and maintained appropriately. Policies to assist in her practice include equality, behaviour and medication.

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the early years provision

The childminder has supporting documentation for the Early Years Foundation Stage, including observations and assessments, in place. These identify the next steps for children's development and are generally linked to the areas of learning. However, these are not used effectively to plan for a wider range of activities for all children. The resources are available to children in order for them to make some choices. Children play and learn in a multi-cultural environment and build an understanding of the world around them. They are encouraged to share and take turns as they develop an understanding of each others needs.

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the early years provision

The childminder shares information with parents through daily discussions regarding their children's day with her. Children's starting points are identified by the completion of the personal details, routine and likes and dislikes of the child. Working closely with parents on their children's development ensures a consistent approach is maintained for the benefit of all and ensuring an inclusive environment for all children. Systems for the evaluation of her practice are not yet fully established. She is working with the early years advisor and is positive about improving her service. However, as yet she has not implemented a structure to monitor her provision to enable her to identify plans for continuous development of her childminding practice.

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and outcomes for children

The children enjoy their time at the childminders playing in a safe and secure home. The childminder supports them as they play as she ensures they are supervised and encouraged at all times. Her satisfactory knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage allows for her to complete appropriate observation and assessments on them. A monitoring sheet relating to their development is connected to the age and stage of development. The use of the observation and assessments undertaken do not inform future planning in order for topics and activities to be based on their individual, identified needs. Although children can access the resources, for example, construction, role play and interactive toys. These are mostly pop-up, push button type toys. Therefore, children's decision This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 making on how to use them to enhance their own play and imagination, is limited.

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and outcomes for children

They access the small treasure basket of brushes and feely items from which they hold the brush and carry it around with them exploring the texture.

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and outcomes for children

Children look at books and sit with the childminder. They press buttons on the interactive toy to make noises and tunes as they dance and move their bodies to the music. They build with the brick and build towers as they use their problem solving skills deciding which bricks to use next. The childminder works with the children to develop their concentration. She spends time with them supporting them to settle and remain focused according to their age and stage of development. The childminder reassures children and works with them on managing their behaviour, taking turns and sharing in order for them to benefit from the activities provided. They are praised as they celebrate their achievements. This contributes to them having a positive self-image and self- confidence.

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and outcomes for children

Overall, the childminder organises her time to meet the needs of the children and promote continuity. For example, children sleep and rest according to their own bodily rhythms. Menus are shared with parents, with food being freshly prepared and cooked. Individual towels and appropriate hygiene procedures for nappy changing means the risk of cross-contamination is limited. They play together, eat together and take part in the daily routines as they develop attitudes conducive to learning and making a positive contribution. 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: Met

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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