Cheshire, Yolanda Helen

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY356983 Inspection date 28/02/2011 Inspector Duncan Gill

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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 has been registered since 2007. She lives with her husband in the Audenshaw area of Manchester. Children have access to the whole of the ground floor and there is a secure rear garden available for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered for six children on the Early Years Register and currently there are three children on roll in this age group. She is also registered on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is a member of the National Childminding Association and holds a Level 3 qualification in childcare.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder shows a good capacity to improve. She knows her strengths and weaknesses and has well-targeted plans in place to bring about further improvements in outcomes for children. Children make good progress in their learning and development, through well planned and interesting activities provided by the childminder. Detailed risk assessments and safety measures ensure children are cared for in a safe environment. The childminder works well with parents to fully meet the individual needs of each child. Most of the required documentation is accurately recorded and in place.

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further?

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

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further?

 obtain prior written permission for each and every medicine from parents before any medication is given. (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 14/03/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 develop assessments to give a summary of a child's achievements at a particular point in time so their progress can be tracked

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the early years provision

Safeguarding children is effective. The childminder has attended safeguarding training and this has contributed to her robust knowledge of the signs and symptoms of abuse. She is fully aware of the procedure to follow should she have any concerns, in order to protect children. She ensures that safety measures are in place to protect children from possible hazards, such as cleaning materials being This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 out of reach of children and the gate being locked when children are playing outside. Detailed risk assessments on all aspects of the provision are in place and outings are well planned to prioritise children's safety. Most documentation is in place; however some records of medication given to children do not show parents' consent, which is a breach of requirements.

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the early years provision

Partnership with parents is effective. Daily diaries and discussions are used to provide information to parents on the children's activities each day and how they have eaten and slept. Parents are meaningfully involved in their child's learning and development. The childminder provides information on the Early Years Foundation Stage for parents and involves them in topics and activities the children are involved in, providing books and activities to take home. Parents comment how well their children develop in the childminders care. There are currently no children attending other settings, although the childminder demonstrates an understanding of the information she would share with other settings to promote continuity of children's learning.

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the early years provision

A good range of resources and equipment is well maintained and stored so children can easily access them and select the activities they are interested in. The outdoor environment is used exceptionally well to cover all six areas of learning and ensure children have the same opportunities both indoors and outdoors, for example construction and creative activities.

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the early years provision

The childminder evaluates her setting well. She has a clear idea of her strengths and areas she would like to improve. For example she plans to grow vegetables with the children to further develop their understanding of healthy eating. She attends training, such as safeguarding and food safety to further her knowledge and improve outcomes for children and demonstrates a good capacity to continuously improve.

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the early years provision

Children's individual needs are well met as the childminder ensures she has all the necessary information to care for the children. There is a good range of resources and activities to help children learn about other people and different cultures. Jigsaws and books show positive images of people from different backgrounds, children learn about different festivals from other cultures and take part in activities, such as making Rangoli patterns.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder uses information collected from parents to ensure she knows children's starting points. She plans topics well around children's interests and carries out observations of children to record their progress, although there are no summative assessments to show children's progress across the six areas of learning. Observations are then used well to plan for children's individual next steps and children are making good progress in their learning and development.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy books. They develop their language, communication and literacy This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 well through topics, such as nursery rhymes, using puppets and accessing mark making equipment throughout the day. They progress well in problem solving, reasoning and numeracy, singing number rhymes, counting blocks as they make a tower and counting the number of cars they are playing with. Children's creative development is fostered well. They have lots of opportunity to experience different textures, playing in sand, water, rice and enjoy collage, painting and messy activities. They develop well personally and socially. Sita, a doll who visits the children from India, is part of the setting. Children help to dress her and the childminder talks about her feelings and this encourages children to talk about themselves and how they feel. Sita also helps children learn well about different

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and outcomes for children

cultures and the wider world as they learn about her life in India through photos and discussions with the childminder. Children develop very well physically. They have daily access to outdoor play in all weathers and thoroughly enjoy riding in cars up and down the drive, skilfully avoiding obstacles and each other. They manipulate tools well, hammering and using screwdrivers on the workbench and visit the park to practise their balance and climbing skills.

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and outcomes for children

Children have good opportunities to learn about safety. They learn about road safety, dressing up as crossing attendants and follow 'Eddie's' fire drill, a book showing pictures of Eddie carrying out each step of the emergency evacuation at the childminder's home. Children behave very well and show concern for each other, sharing equipment when making sand castles and taking turns in cars, skilfully supported by the childminder. They receive lots of praise and encouragement, which helps to build their self-esteem.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn well about healthy practices, talking about healthy eating, learning the value of exercise and having drinks freely accessible. The childminder ensures the setting is clean, all equipment and toys are in good condition and she implements hygienic nappy changing routines to limit the risk of spreading germs. 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 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 2

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 The extent to which children feel safe 2 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 2 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 2 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 2

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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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