Sherlock, Julie Diane

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY409545 Inspection date 18/01/2011 Inspector Barbara Wearing

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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 2010. She lives with her partner and two children, aged eight years and two years, in the Droylsden area of Tameside. Children have access to the lounge and the conservatory downstairs and bathroom and toilet upstairs. There is a secure rear garden for outdoor play.

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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 years age range. She is currently minding one child who is in the early years age group. Care for children aged over five years to 11 years is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is 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 build very close bonds with the childminder and are happy and relaxed in her warm and welcoming home. They make steady progress in their development as they confidently explore the selection of resources and activities on offer. These offer appropriate challenges in most areas of learning. Good relationships with parents, ensure that children's individual needs are met and that parents are well informed of their progress. Since registration the childminder has implemented all the welfare, learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage, demonstrating her capacity to maintain continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 enhance the learning environment for children by providing more opportunities for them to explore outdoors, explore a range of natural resources and malleable and creative art materials  develop systems for self-evaluation to ensure strengths and areas for development are identified and continual improvement is promoted  provide further opportunities for children to learn about our diverse society.

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the early years provision

Children are safeguarded well. The childminder has a clear understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse and of the procedures to follow to ensure children are protected. A comprehensive range of policies are shared with parents and clear records are maintained which promote children's safety and welfare. Regular risk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 assessments are carried out for all areas of the home used by the children and for trips out. This ensures that any hazards are identified and risks of accidental injury are minimised. The childminder supervises children very closely, which may at times, limit their opportunities to fully explore.

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the early years provision

The childminder's home is bright and inviting. Children confidently choose from the selection of good quality, well maintained toys and resources. These provide appropriate stimulation for children attending and support their steady progress towards the early learning goals. However, there are few opportunities for children to explore natural materials that stimulate their senses, malleable resources, creative art resources or to explore the outdoor world. The childminder values children as individuals and respects their individual lifestyles. However, there are few opportunities for children to learn about the wider world and our diverse society.

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the early years provision

The childminder describes how she plans to build links with other childminders to share ideas and develop her childminding practices. However, currently no formal systems for self-evaluation are in place to identify the childminder's strengths or areas to develop. Nevertheless, she has established routines to meet the needs of the children she cares for.

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the early years provision

The childminder is not currently caring for children who attend other early years settings or who receive support from other early years professionals. However, she is aware of the importance of building partnerships and sharing information if she were to in the future. The childminder knows parents well and has good relationships with them. She shares a daily diary with parents showing details of their child's experiences and achievements. Information regarding children's individual needs, routines and home life is discussed and recorded. Therefore, the childminder is able to organise her provision to meet children's unique needs and maintain consistency.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder regularly records observations that clearly show children's achievements and are linked to the appropriate areas of learning. These are used to devise next steps for children and show how the childminder plans to support children in meeting these. Weekly and daily plans show the resources and activities that the childminder provides to support children's learning and development. These cover most areas of learning and help children make steady progress towards the early learning goals.

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and outcomes for children

Children demonstrate that they feel safe and secure with the childminder. They appear confident and relaxed within her home. The childminder is highly responsive to young children's non-verbal communications, recognising signs that they are tired or hungry. Children snuggle closely to her as they begin to get tired. The childminder is calm and consistent as she manages children's behaviour. She explains why the behaviour is inappropriate and distracts children with another This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 activity. They enjoy playing together, building and knocking down towers. They look at books together and sing nursery rhymes, developing skills in communication, language and literacy. Children are encouraged to look at shapes and match colours to connect interlocking bricks. Younger children mirror adults as they roll balls down a helter-skelter, they smile proudly as the childminder gives

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and outcomes for children

them praise and repeats the activity. This develops their high self-esteems and confidence. Mark-making and creative art and malleable materials are made available when younger children/babies are asleep. Support is given to children as they develop their skills in crawling and walking. They have plenty of space, furniture and toys that they use for support when standing. They develop their balance as they stand at the toy kitchen, putting toy food items in and out of baskets and using the pots and pans. The childminder encourages children to name the fruits and vegetables and talks about which ones are healthy.

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and outcomes for children

Healthy lifestyles are promoted as the childminder maintains good standards of hygiene. Children are nourished and hydrated. In accordance to parents preferences, the childminder provides home cooked meals or prepares food. Parents provide food for younger children and babies. Children have some opportunities to be outside in pushchairs, on trips to and from school, or to the shops. Opportunities to play outdoors are dependent on the weather. 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 2 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 2 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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