Childminder in Trafford

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 318265 Inspection date 28/02/2011 Inspector Sue Birkenhead

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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 1987. She lives with her partner and three adult children. The family live in the Urmston area of Manchester close to local facilities, schools and transport links. All areas of the ground floor are used for childminding purposes. There is a secure area for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and on both parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under the age of eight years at any one time, of whom three may be in the early years age group. She is currently minding seven children of whom three are within the early years age group on a full or part-time basis. The childminder holds a recognised childcare qualification to Level 3.

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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

Through the childminder's practical approach she provides an appropriate welcoming and inclusive environment where children are happy and secure. She suitably promotes many aspects of the welfare, learning and development requirements with success to support the children's care and learning. Consequently children make steady progress towards the early learning goals. However, there is a breach in the requirements which relates to risk assessments of her home. Positive relationships develop with parents and staff from other settings children attend, which appropriately complements her approach to meeting their individual needs. The childminder is suitably committed to the continuous development of her service, however, the procedure for self evaluation is in its infancy.

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further?

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

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further?

 make a record of risk assessments for all aspects of the premises clearly stating when it was carried out, by whom, the date of review and any action taken following a review or incident (Suitable premises, environment or equipment)(also applies to the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register). 14/03/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 improve the systems for monitoring children's developmental progress by This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 linking observations and planning to children's next steps, the areas of learning and regularly share them with parents  implement a programme of regular evacuation drills and document details of any problems encountered  develop more formal approach to self-evaluation to assess what the setting offers, as well as an evaluation of the areas for future improvement, taking account of the parents views.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of how she protects children in her care. She attends relevant safeguarding training and is clear about the signs of abuse and the procedures for reporting concerns. Detailed risk assessments of some places she visits are in place and supported by documentation obtained from the setting. Risks to her home are clearly minimised through the use of appropriate safety equipment and daily visual checks. However, risk assessments of her home and garden are not completed in writing, which is a breach in the welfare requirements. Documentation to promote children's welfare is appropriately organised, shared with parents and include a format for recording complaints, children's attendance, accidents and individual needs. The childminder is suitably committed to the continuous development setting. She attends some additional training to further increase her knowledge, exchange information about practices

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the early years provision

with fellow childminder's and informally discuss practices with parents. She recognises aspects of her service that she wishes to develop further, such as her understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and procedures for self- evaluation, which are currently in the early stages.

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the early years provision

Since the last inspection the recommendations raised have been addressed, therefore contributing to the development of the childminder's practice. As a result, safety aspects have been addressed indoors and outside and the childminder has renewed her paediatric first aid training. Appropriate systems for sharing information with parents include the daily verbal exchange regarding the children's well-being and activities. Parents receive copies of the many written policies making them aware of the childminder's practice and informal discussion suitably contributes to procedures for self-evaluation. Parents contribute to their child's development folder by completing a questionnaire to highlight children's likes, dislikes and some developmental starting points on entry to the setting. However, further opportunities are not established to ensure parents are involved in their child's continuous learning and development. Some children currently

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the early years provision

attend other settings, therefore the childminder develops suitable links to complement the delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy their time with the childminder and whilst others are at school young children receive more individual attention. The childminder's practical approach ensures children are cared for in an environment that is welcoming as well as stimulating and inclusive. For example, the wall friezes they create represent the themes they follow, such as winter and the lights and draped material promotes a sensory area. The well organised deployment of resources mean children can make decisions about their play, which supports them in becoming active in their learning. Children are happy, secure and responsive to the childminder's appropriate interaction during play. She discusses what they do, to promote the development of children's language. They are happy to leave her side to explore their environment and turn to her for support when needed, indicating they feel safe. Basic planning of activities is in the early stages of development.

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and outcomes for children

They are suitably linked to individual children, although they are not specifically linked to the areas of learning. Children's development files contain examples of children's basic art work and observations, as well as some next steps to suitably monitor the steady progress they make. However, they are not linked to the areas of learning and in the early stages of development.

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and outcomes for children

The suitable learning opportunities appropriately support the development of children's future skills. Books are readily accessible, young children select books of their choice turn the pages and look at pictures with interest. This suitably contributes to their early literacy skills. They copy the childminder's actions, responding with excitement as the childminder collects and shakes the dried pasta in the tin. They wonder at the bubbles she creates and try to catch them. Children increase their problem solving skills from a young age. They fill and empty containers with dried pasta using small spades and share their achievements with the childminder. Numbers are introduced into play and activities to enable children to learn the associated language from a young age. Children have many opportunities to explore their creativity, which include the use of various multicultural, musical instruments. They explore texture when decorating biscuits

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and outcomes for children

with icing and experience a wide range of resources for art and craft. For example, they make hobby horses from card, poles and decorate them with different media. They use discarded household items to make models and produce a puppet show using the good quality puppets available. Daily opportunities for outdoor play promote children's good health and physical skills. Young children develop balance and coordination as, with the childminder's assistance, they bounce on the trampoline with enjoyment and manouvre wheeled toys backwards and forwards indoors. They learn about people's differences and the wider world through the number of resources which promote positive images of diversity and celebrate festivals during the year. They visit places within the community and visits further afield include museums. Children's understanding of the natural world is increased as they plant and grow tomatoes and carrots in the greenhouse and potatoes

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and outcomes for children

Children's understanding of staying safe is appropriately extended when they practice emergency evacuation, however, the childminder admits these are not This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 completed regularly. In addition they wear hi-visibility vests, learn about stranger danger and road safety when out and about and clear boundaries are established. Children benefit from a healthy diet, which includes the provision of fresh fruit and home made meals. The storage of perishable items taken from the older children's packed lunches during school holidays conforms to food safety. Children have access to drinking water throughout their stay and regularly drink from their individual beakers to ensure they remain hydrated and refreshed. Children develop a suitable understanding of health and hygiene within the routines followed. For example, the notice in the toilet reminds them to wash their hands. Children's

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and outcomes for children

behaviour is managed appropriately to ensure their achievements are acknowledge through praise and they behave well. Consequently young children learn to play cooperatively. 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 2 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

 ensure a risk assessment of the premises and equipment is undertaken (Suitability and safety of the premises and equipment)(also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register) 14/03/2011

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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

 see the early years section of this report (Suitability and safety of the premises and equipment). 14/03/2011

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