Childminder in Tameside

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY334261 Inspection date 16/12/2010 Inspector Sue Anslow

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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 2006. She lives with her husband and three children aged eight, three and two years in the Haughton Green area of Denton, Manchester. The childminder works jointly in her home with another registered childminder. Children are minded on the ground floor only with access to the bathroom upstairs. The family has a pet cat.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children under eight years when working on her own. When the two childminders are working together they may care for a maximum of 10 children under eight years. No more than four of these children may be in the early years age range. She is currently jointly minding six children in this age group, all of whom attend part time. She also offers care to children aged over five years. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder takes and collects children from a nearby school and attends a number of other play facilities during the week.

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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 recognises the uniqueness of each child very well, therefore ensuring their individual needs are met. Children make reasonable progress in their learning and development through the provision of a variety of activities. Welfare requirements are promoted quite well and children are fully protected from harm or abuse. The childminder works closely with parents to support children's care and development and liaison with the local school is sound. The recommendations raised at the last inspection have been put in place and the childminder is keen to improve her practice, although systems for self-evaluation are not yet complete.

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further?

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

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further?

 undertake sensitive observational assessment in order to plan to meet young children's individual needs 14/01/2011

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further?

 display the certificate of registration during childminding hours 14/01/2011

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further?

 ensure at least one person with a current paediatric first aid certificate is on the premises at all times. 14/01/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 carry out regular evacuation drills to ensure all children are familiar with This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 procedures  develop a system of self-evaluation in order to identify strengths and areas for improvement.

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the early years provision

Children are kept safe from harm or abuse through the close attention of the childminder at all times. A written policy is given to parents when they first start and the childminder is aware of her responsibility to record and report any significant concern. Risk assessments are carried out on everything children come into contact with and safety gates are in place as needed. Children play outside in a safe and secure garden area and the childminder follows sensible procedures when taking children on outings. They practise crossing roads safely but have not yet practised evacuation procedures from the home.

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the early years provision

All children are welcome in the childminder's home and included in all activities and outings. Each day is organised to suit the needs of the children attending, with a suitable balance of indoor, outdoor, quiet and active play. Children enjoy ample space to play in the large lounge and toys are brought inside each day from the shed outside. The garden is split into two levels and securely fenced to prevent accidents. Partnerships with parents are valued and promoted to ensure consistency of care and routine. Information is exchanged daily, both verbally and in writing in the children's home diaries. Relationships are also positive between the childminder and the nearby school.

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the early years provision

The childminder has recently started working jointly with another childminder and is eager to build the childminding service to provide appropriate support to local families. Systems for evaluating her practice have not yet been established but she is keen to access courses, workshops and general advice from the local authority. A file of policies and procedures are available for parents to read, along with appropriate certificates the childminders have gained. However, the childminder's certificate of registration is not displayed for parents to easily see.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder is familiar with the Early Years Foundation Stage and provides a range of different activities which cover all areas of learning contained in the framework. She knows the children well and observes them playing and interacting. However, she does not gain information from parents about their starting points and does not record her observations in order to plan challenging activities to move them on to the next stage.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy and benefit from outings to local play groups to socialise with other children and adults and learn about sharing and taking turns. They often go to the library to borrow books or listen to stories and sometimes call in at the local cafe for a drink and a snack. Physical development is promoted well as children are able This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 to move around freely indoors and access a safe and secure garden for outdoor play. They thoroughly enjoy climbing, sliding, swinging, pedalling and throwing, both in the garden and in the local park.

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and outcomes for children

Creative activities feature daily either at home or at the local toddler groups. Children of all ages enjoy painting, colouring, rolling out the dough or digging in soil. These activities extend children's experiences of different materials and exercise their imaginations and curiosity. They are provided with a healthy well balanced diet of meals and snacks during the day and drinks are always on hand. Good hygiene routines are followed and anyone with an infection is asked to stay at home to protect the other children. Accidents and illnesses are managed appropriately and recorded correctly. However, the childminder has not renewed her first aid certificate which is a requirement of registration. The other childminder working with her holds a current certificate. 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 promoting children's welfare) 14/01/2011

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the Early Years section of the report.(Documentation) 14/01/2011

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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 promoting children's welfare) 14/01/2011

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the Early Years section of the report.(Documentation) 14/01/2011

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