Childminder in Wirral

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY410200 Inspection date 07/02/2012 Inspector Christine Stewart

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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

There were no children on roll when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children on roll, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states if the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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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 2010 and lives with her two-year-old child in the Moreton area of the Wirral. The premises are within easy reach of public transport, shops, parks, schools and community resources. The whole of the ground floor and the first floor bathroom are used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed outdoor play area to the rear of the property.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, two of whom may be in the early years age range. She supports children who speak English as an additional language. Children are taken to and collected from schools and pre-schools. The childminder is a qualified Nursery Nurse. She is supported by the local authority.

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Description of the childminding

At the time of this inspection there were no children on roll in the early years age group.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates through discussion her secure understanding of safeguarding and protecting children. The required policies to meet the welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage are in place. The premises are safe and secure, with risk assessments in place and undertaken. The childminder would check all areas of her home which may be accessed by the children on a daily basis to ensure they are safe. She has smoke alarms in place, which are tested regularly, along with a carbon monoxide alarm, and she would ensure fire guards are in place when children are cared for. Children would participate in fire drill practises and a record of these would be maintained. When on outings the childminder would ensure that children are made aware of and follow good road safety practices.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of making sure the everyday care and welfare routines of children are well met. She obtains information about children's likes, dislike, habits and interests so she can meet their every needs. The childminder promotes a healthy lifestyle through the provision of healthy snacks and freshly prepared meals. She has completed food safety training to protect children's welfare. Children's behaviour management includes positive strategies to help children's understanding of acceptable and unacceptable behaviour.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder understands the importance of reflecting on her practice and her childminding provision so she can improve the service she provides through identifying her strengths and any areas of weakness. She keeps herself up to date with early years issues and attends relevant training provided by the local authority. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Compliance with registration requirements

The registered person continues 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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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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