Childminder in Trafford

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 318353 Inspection date 25/11/2011 Inspector Margaret Rostron

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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 1995. She lives with her husband and adult son in the Sale Moor area of Trafford. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding; this comprises of the lounge, dining room and kitchen. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside 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, no more than three of which may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding four children in this age group who attend on a part-time basis. She also offers care to children aged over five years. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on 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 satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has a clear knowledge of the learning and development requirements for the Early Years Foundation Stage and understands the children in her care. Children's needs are met satisfactorily overall and they enjoy a suitable range of indoor and outdoor activities. However, the childminder does not fully understand some of her responsibilities under the welfare requirements and there are weaknesses in record keeping and self-evaluation. Other areas of children's care are sound. Partnerships with parents, the local school and other early year's providers are a strength and ensure the childminder meets the needs of children. As a result, children make satisfactory progress in their learning and development, given their age and ability.

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further?

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

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further?

 notify Ofsted of any change of persons aged 16 years or over living or working on the childminding premises 25/11/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further the quality of self-evaluation to ensure a good understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of the early years provision is developed and how this is used to secure continuous improvement (The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement)  develop further the observation and assessment system to assess the progress which children are making and consistently plan children's next steps to meet their development and learning needs (Learning and development) This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  plan appropriate play and learning experiences based on the children's interests and needs which are linked to the areas of learning (Learning and development)

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the early years provision

Children are suitably protected in the setting because the childminder is knowledgeable and aware of her responsibility to keep children safe from harm or abuse. There is a suitable written safeguarding policy in place and this is shared with parents. Correct procedures are followed if there are any significant concerns about a child, and contact details for appropriate agencies are easily available. However, the childminder failed to notify Ofsted of a change of person who is living on the premises. Whilst this is a breach of legal requirements, the childminder had taken steps to ensure suitable checks were in place. Therefore, the risk of harm to children is limited.

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the early years provision

Indoor areas are safe and secure and risk assessments show the childminder has identified potential risks to children and taken action to minimise these. For example, she ensures children wear high visibility jackets and wrist restraints when on outings. The childminder generally maintains confidential, accurate and appropriate records. This means children are safeguarded and their needs are met. However, records to administer medicine are not always used effectively to ensure that written permission from parents is always obtained before any medicine is given.

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the early years provision

The childminder has begun to consider how she can improve her practice and has taken additional training to help her with this. For example, she has recently attended courses on safeguarding children and food hygiene. She has begun to identify her strengths and weaknesses and review what she does through self- evaluation. However, this process is still in the early stages of development and is not yet effective. As a result, the childminder has not yet fully reflected on all areas of improvement or made plans to implement the things she wishes to develop further. The childminder gets to know children well. She understands their needs and provides them with a variety of toys and resources, including those that help them to understand the beliefs and cultures of others. There are regular trips and outings and children visit toddler groups to ensure they have plenty of opportunities to mix with different people and become familiar with their local

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the early years provision

The childminder has developed strong relationships with parents. She offers a supportive flexible service for parents which they appreciate. They exchange verbal information every day, sharing important information about children and their progress. For example, the childminder relates what children have been doing and where they have been each day, and provides them with extra copies of the photographs she's taken. This encourages parents to become involved in their children's learning. There are effective relationships with the local community, local school and other early years providers. The childminder is well known by staff at This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 the local school and pre-school and they work together to share information so that there is continuity in children's care, learning and development.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a warm and positive relationship with children which means children are secure in the setting and well behaved. Children are happy and show confidence in their independent play as they chat openly, and make up their own games. They show they feel secure and are developing the skills they require to progress in their learning. Individual child records include information regarding their likes and dislikes, favourite toys and the activities they enjoy doing, and this ensures the childminder has a good knowledge of the individual needs of the children in her care. The childminder observes children's progress and considers how to move them forward with their learning. However, these records are not always used sufficiently well to track and plan children's progress. As a result, children's development is not always fully supported across all areas of their learning.

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and outcomes for children

Children make satisfactory progress in their learning. They show they are happy, play well together and are confident in making their needs and wants known. Children develop good habits and behaviours, because the childminder sets good examples and works closely with their parents. An example of this is when the childminder and a parent worked together to support a child finding it difficult to share toys. There are frequent opportunities for children to develop socially with their peers, and they mix with others at toddler groups. Trips to the local park, shops and local walks further enhance children's learning experiences and they enjoy a variety of toys and activities including imaginative play, jigsaws and books. Children's physical skills are developing because they engage in a wide range of activities, both indoors and outdoors. They benefit from daily exercise in the fresh air, and enjoy regular walks or playing in the garden. This means that children

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and outcomes for children

have opportunities to be active, to improve their movement, control and co- ordination skills. For example, there is a variety of play equipment outdoors, including bikes as well as grassed soft areas where children can run and explore.

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and outcomes for children

Parents provide a packed lunch for children who attend during mealtimes, and the childminder supports this by encouraging children to develop healthy routines and habits. For example, she offers regular drinks and healthy snacks of toast, plain biscuits or fruit. Children wash their hands after meals and toileting and paper towels are available for hand drying, to minimise the risk of infection. Healthy habits are learnt as children wipe their nose with tissues. 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 3 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 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 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

 the childminders must inform Ofsted of the name, date of birth, address and telephone number of any person aged 16 or over working or living on the premises 25/11/2011

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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

 the childminders must inform Ofsted of the name, date of birth, address and telephone number of any person aged 16 or over working or living on the premises 25/11/2011

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