Childminder in Tameside

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY421603 Inspection date 29/07/2011 Inspector Anne Drinkwater

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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 2011. She works as a co-minder with her mother in the Droylsden area of Tameside. The whole of the ground floor of the house is used for childminding, which includes the lounge, conservatory, dining room and kitchen. In addition, a bedroom and toilet are available on the first floor. There is a paved rear and front garden available for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. When co-minding they may care for no more than eight children under eight years. They are currently minding seven children in this age group. She also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. In total there are seven children on roll. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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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 children are very settled, happy and content within the warm and welcoming environment. Overall, they are provided with a good range of learning opportunities and experiences that ensure they reach their full potential, and effective systems are used to monitor children's progress towards the early learning goals. This newly registered childminder is developing systems to further promote partnership working with parents. The childminder is beginning to reflect on her practice in order to secure improved outcomes for the children.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve further the partnership working by inviting parents to contribute their children's initial starting points on entry to fully support and inform planning for the next stages in children's development  improve the risk assessments so that they more clearly identify aspects of the environment and outdoor areas that children come in contact with in order to minimise any hazards and ensure the safety of children  develop systems for self-evaluation to identify strengths and areas for improvement to further raise the quality of care and education, and consider ways to seek parents' and children's views in order for them to contribute to the setting's self-evaluation. 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 a good understanding of child protection procedures. She is fully aware of the possible indicators of abuse and the action to take if she has concerns about a child. She has also completed safeguarding training to ensure she remains up to date with child protection issues. The childminder works in partnership with her co-minder, her mother, and this provides good contingency arrangements if she is unable to care for the children. She is well organised and provides a happy, stimulating and mainly safe and environment for the children as she has completed full risk assessments for the home, garden and trips, however, some potential hazards have not been included in the risk assessments. That said, the childminder has taken action to ensure all identified risks to children are minimised so that they can play safely. In addition, the childminder has a valid first aid certificate and appropriate fire safety equipment in place, and has practised

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the early years provision

emergency evacuation drills with the children. All adults in her home are suitably vetted and children are not left unsupervised with adults who are not checked.

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the early years provision

Children are provided with a wide range of resources, activities and equipment that are age appropriate, safe and suitably maintained. Resources are easily accessible. They are stored at low-level so that children can make choices in their play. Through discussion, the childminder is able to effectively identify her strengths and areas for development. Children benefit from the effective relationship between her co-minder and their parents. Parents give very positive comments of the service that the childminder provides. For example, they appreciate that their children feel very welcome and enjoy going to their childminder's. They are pleased that their children are developing well and with the wealth of information she provides. Parents are asked for their views through questionnaries, which are then used to inform important decisions about the provision. She shares information verbally at collection and drop-off times and through the well-

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the early years provision

documented daily diaries and children's portfolios. In addition, the complaints procedure clearly informs parents how they may contact the regulator if they should wish to make a complaint. The childminder displays Ofsted posters, her registration certificate and information about the Early Years Foundation Stage. This ensures that parents are fully informed about her service. She talks to parents about her role and displays her planning of children's activities so they are well aware of what the children do each day, however, she has yet to develop systems to engage parents in her planning and develop the links between home and the setting.

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the early years provision

The childminder provides an inclusive service. She has good information about each child's background, which ensures she supports their individual needs. This, together with resources in her setting, ensures that the children develop an understanding and appreciation of their own and other people's cultures and beliefs. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children are encouraged to be active and inquisitive, and as a result are independent learners. A good balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities mean children are fully occupied and enjoying their learning journey. Well- organised routines and positive interaction help children to feel safe and secure and valued as unique individuals. The childminder takes into account children's interests, ages and abilities when planning. As a result, children are provided with a challenging environment that supports and extends their learning. The children are settled and content in the childminder's care and eagerly take part in their chosen activities. The childminder maintains a photographic and written log of the children's development, and she uses this information effectively to plan for the next steps in their learning.

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and outcomes for children

Children are developing good social skills as they regularly attend local drop-in groups and interact with other children their own age. Children's language is successfully promoted as they are consistently communicating with the childminder and their peers. Children have access to books and story sacks, which supports their interest in literacy. They are provided with resources that support their interest in technology, such as interactive electronic games. The children's personal, social and emotional needs are well supported, as the childminder has formed healthy attachments with them. The childminder spends periods of time with the children while they are engaged in play, for example, they shop and buy ingredients to make their own pizzas, and she extends their imaginative play by providing props to make their cafe and mark making items to write the menu and take orders. The large floor games teach children to take turns, give opportunities

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and outcomes for children

to name numbers and colours, and to run, jump and skip as they play hopscotch. Spontaneous outbursts of children's songs are greeted with glee as they sing and predict what happens next. They are motivated to explore a range of activities that contribute to their creativity, for example, arts and crafts, dressing up and using role play resources. They are also provided with good opportunities to explore sand, water and paints, both in the home and the garden.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a secure knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She has developed systems for recording children's progress towards the early learning goals using photographs and information about their involvement in activities. These are attractively presented into individual folders for each child and regularly shared with parents. Children's good health is well promoted as they are cared for in a clean and hygienic environment. The childminder practises good hygiene when preparing food and changing nappies. Through excellent role modelling, children are well mannered and behaved; they are kind to one another and show concern. They have a good sense of belonging and self-esteem, which is reinforced throughout the day. They receive healthy meals and snacks and have constant access to drinks. 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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