Childminder in Stockport

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY427419 Inspection date 18/11/2011 Inspector Karen Byfleet

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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. He lives with his wife, who is also a registered childminder, and their adult daughter in the Cheadle Hulme area of Stockport, close to shops, parks and schools. The whole of the downstairs of the childminder's home is used for childminding. There is an enclosed rear garden for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register to provide 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-childminding with his wife they may care for a maximum of 12 children. Care for children aged over five years to 11 years is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is able to collect children from local schools and attends toddler groups on a regular basis. He receives support from the local authority.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is outstanding.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder recognises and highly values the uniqueness of each child that attends the setting. Children are extremely happy and settled within the warm, welcoming and homely environment. The childminder has implemented highly effective procedures which are used to monitor children's progress in their learning and development. Partnerships with parents are excellent. All relevant information is shared regularly and partnerships with other providers are becoming more established to ensure children's welfare and learning needs are consistently met. All the required documentation is in place which ensures children are safeguarded extremely well. The childminder constantly evaluates the provision and all improvements are well monitored and maintained in order to ensure the further development of an already excellent provision.

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further?

To further improve the high quality early years provision the registered person should consider:

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further?

 developing further the partnerships with all other providers to ensure there is consistency and coherence to fully support children's welfare and development. 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 very secure knowledge of safeguarding procedures which ensures children are well protected. He has devised and implemented a detailed written policy and procedure which is shared with all parents and he has a clear understanding of how to liaise with appropriate agencies. The childminder carries out detailed risk assessments, which ensures he is able to provide a very safe environment for all children. A comprehensive and very detailed evaluation of the provision has been undertaken by both the childminder and his wife who he works with as a co-minder. Feedback received from parents is very positive and children are able to view their ideas and opinions about the provision. The childminder and his co-childminder work effectively to ensure any suggestions put forward by the children are taken on board and that any improvements have a positive impact on their care, learning and well-being.

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the early years provision

Partnerships with parents are excellent. The parents feel a strong sense of belonging, as the childminder has developed professional friendships with them to ensure they are fully included in the care of their children. Parents are encouraged to share information about their children when they start attending as the childminder completes information sheets with them about the child's likes, dislikes and what their child can do. This information enables the childminder to form baseline assessments of children's development which enables him to plan effective activities that strengthen what they already know and can do. The childminder has developed highly effective partnerships with the local school where children move on to. However, partnerships with other early years settings where some children attend is not yet has highly effective.

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the early years provision

Resources are used very effectively throughout the setting. The childminder has a wealth of age-appropriate activities for the ages and abilities of the children that attend. He constantly rotates these to ensure children do not become bored and to enable their outstanding progress through the six areas of learning to continue. The use of the premises and the enclosed rear garden is excellent. Children are able to freely move between the indoor and outdoor play environments, giving them independence and choice. Through the very well planned and varied activities, the childminder actively promotes equality and diversity which enables children to enhance their learning of the wider world and their understanding of different cultures and religions.

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and outcomes for children

Children are extremely happy and settled within the childminder's home and the childminder fully interacts with them in their freely chosen play and he is warm and caring towards them. The childminder has excellent knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and the six areas of learning. Children's interests and the next steps in their learning are clearly identified. Previous observations made form the childminder's effective planning process to ensure that This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 the activities he provides are fully effective in helping children to make the excellent progress in their learning and development. He regularly undertakes observations of the children during their play and links these very well to the areas of learning. Children have a strong sense of security as they welcome visitors and approach both childminders with confidence. The childminder regularly carries out

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and outcomes for children

emergency evacuation drills which enhance children's awareness of how to stay safe in an emergency.

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and outcomes for children

Through the excellent planning and knowledge of the children, the childminder plans highly effective activities that contribute to the excellent progress children are making in their learning. Children are able to freely choose from the activities planned and provided and to also make their own requests. The childminder has devised and implemented a 'toy catalogue' of photographs of all the toys and the children are able to use this to make their choices. This is especially useful for the very young children and any children who may attend that have English as an additional language. The childminder spends his time engaging fully with the children in their freely chosen play and he constantly talks to the children about their activities. For example, when he is helping a young two-year-old with puzzles, he asks questions about the pictures and talks about the shapes of the puzzle encouraging the child to think critically and make decisions about where the pieces

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and outcomes for children

fit. The childminder spends time each day looking at books and singing rhymes with the children, who clearly enjoy his company and can recognise familiar stories and rhymes. The childminder makes the most of every opportunity to assist children in their learning. For example, when they are out walking to the school or to toddler group they play observation, guessing and counting games, as they encourage the children to look out for and name various objects on their walk.

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and outcomes for children

Children participate in a wide range of physical activities and learn about the importance of exercise and healthy eating. They access different equipment for climbing and balancing as they have access to the local park and the sit'n'ride toys at both the toddler group and also in the outdoor rear garden. The childminder talks to the children about healthy foods and actively encourages them to help in the preparation of snacks. All the children know and follow very good hygiene routines as they wash their hands before eating and after using the toilet. Children's behaviour is excellent. They play well with each other, taking turns and sharing. Children are encouraged to be kind and gentle towards one another and they show a great awareness of how they respect each other. 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 1 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 1 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 2 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 1

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 1 The extent to which children feel safe 1 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 1 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 1 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 1

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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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