Childminder in Manchester

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY285235 Inspection date 12/09/2011 Inspector Alec Smith

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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 2004. She lives with her partner and two children aged five and eight years in Newell Green, Manchester. The whole ground floor, and the bathroom on the first floor, of the property is used for childminding and there are fully enclosed front and rear gardens for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children at any one time and currently has four children on roll. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The family has two dogs. The childminder attends the local parent/carer and toddler group and is a 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 good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and children are progressing well in their learning and development. Children are kept safeguarded through efficient policies and procedures. Through self- evaluation the childminder has a clear vision of what she needs to do to improve her practice further. Partnerships with parents is a strength, however this needs to be followed through to consistently include other providers.

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further?

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

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further?

 increase opportunities to share relevant information with other providers of the Early Years Foundation Stage about children's learning and development to promote effective continuity and progression.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a clear understanding of her responsibilities in safeguarding children. Training has recently been updated so the childminder is aware of possible signs and symptoms and the procedures to follow regarding any child protection concerns. All adults in the household have been checked. Full risk assessments, consents from parents and practical measures are in place and updated on a regular basis. This means that children are able to move safely around the home.

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the early years provision

The environment is well organised and easily accessible to children with access to This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 resources both indoors and out. For example children have access to a trampoline in the outdoor area. The childminder has a wide range of resources which she changes regularly depending on the interests of the children. This means that children are able to choose activities independently and make good progress in their development.

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the early years provision

The childminder is well motivated and enjoys her work. The recommendations from the last inspection have been met, for example making sure that her safeguarding policy is inline with the Local Safeguarding Children Board. She has begun to use the Ofsted self-evaluation form effectively to reflect on her practice. She is aware of where this can be improved, for example increasing her knowledge of other cultures and beliefs. The childminder involves the views of parents in evaluating her practice though surveys and regular discussions.

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the early years provision

The childminder has good partnerships with parents and carers. She obtains detailed information about children when they start, and ensures this is regularly updated. This means that children's individual needs are effectively met. Learning and development records are made available to parents, so that they are well informed about their child's progress. The childminder has good links with the local children's service, however needs to establish links with other providers that children attend, so that there is effective progress and continuity.

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the early years provision

The childminder offers caring and sensitive support to children who have special education needs and/or disabilities, working closely with parents to ensure their needs are met. Children are learning to develop positive attitudes towards themselves and others because the childminder challenges any discriminatory comments and explains this to all involved. She teaches them about other cultures and beliefs through activities, such as Independence Day and Divali.

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and outcomes for children

Children really enjoy being in this setting and are familiar and secure in its routines because the childminder is careful to meet their needs. Children move around the setting safely and are aware of boundaries. For example, they know not to touch the oven as it might be hot. Children feel secure because of the good relationship they have with the childminder and the good example that she sets.

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and outcomes for children

Children are encouraged to be active, for example, when using the equipment at the park and through projects looking at the human body. Children are learning to make healthy food choices because they are given healthy options such as fruit or toast at snack time and a wide variety of meals for lunch. Drinks are always available so children remain hydrated and children are encouraged to wash their hands before eating so learning good hygiene habits.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder observes children on a regular basis and ensures that these observations are linked in to future planning. This means that children make good progress against the early learning goals. Children are developing good language skills, they enjoy looking at books, pointing to what they can see and naming This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 them. Children are given many opportunities to develop their mark making skills. For example they like to use crayons to draw pictures of what they have seen based on trips the childminder takes them on. Children have access to a range of appropriate technology equipment and so build on skills needed to operate simple toys. Children join in with counting games, such as finding spiders and counting them with the childminder. Children's individual needs and interests are identified, met and extended. For example, one child who had a keen interest in drawing,

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and outcomes for children

was encouraged through a range of creative activities such as painting, collage and mark making which were linked to an activity that they had done previously involving looking at rainbows.

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and outcomes for children

Children behave well in the setting. This is because the childminder has set clear boundaries and has child-friendly reminders on display. Children are learning about their own and other cultures and beliefs because they celebrate a range of festivals and visit the local library to find out more information. 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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