Crossley, Nicola

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY421252 Inspection date 28/02/2012 Inspector Joanne Ryan

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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 January 2011. She lives with her partner and son aged nine in Middleton, Manchester, close to shops, parks, schools and public transport links. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's home is used for childminding. Bathroom facilities are on the first floor. There is a step to both the front and rear doors. The childminder has a hamster.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children under eight with no more than three in the early years age range at any one time. The childminder is registered 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 good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are welcomed into a caring environment where they are happy and settled. The childminder has a thorough understanding of children's individual needs through the positive relationships developed with parents. The good range of resources and links with other settings provides children with experiences to support their learning and development. Children's health and safety is promoted well. She is currently embedding her practice as a new childminder, therefore, self- evaluation systems are in the early stages.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop systems of self-evaluation to effectively identify the priorities for development.

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the early years provision

Children are effectively safeguarded because the childminder demonstrates clear knowledge and understanding of the procedures to follow to keep children safe. She has written policies and procedures to support her in protecting children from harm and neglect. Written risk assessments enable the childminder to monitor children's safety when in the home, garden and on various outings in the local community and places of interest. There is an emergency escape plan in place which is practised regularly with children. This contributes to their safety while on the premises. Well-organised documents are maintained to support children's welfare, care and safety. These include the recording of accidents, incidents, medication and existing injuries. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder organises her time and home well to meet the children's individual

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the early years provision

care and learning needs. She observes the children at play and joins in at times that are appropriate; this enables the children to extend their thinking and make progress. There are no children with additional needs attending the setting. The childminder celebrates different cultures through activities, such as, trying Chinese food at Chinese New Year and making Chinese hats. This allows the children to start to understand the world in which we live.

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the early years provision

The systems for self-evaluation are satisfactory. The childminder has started to reflect on her practice and has implemented some improvements to the provision such as the development of individual tracking sheets for children's progress within each of the six areas of learning. The childminder has identified the use of self- evaluation as an area for development in order to promote further improvement.

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the early years provision

The childminder effectively exchanges and shares information with parents verbally and via communication books. This ensures children's individual needs are met. The childminder engages with parents by requesting their feedback on the quality of provision. The childminder increases her knowledge and skills through attending training, such as, food hygiene, safeguarding children and holds a level 3 Diploma in Home Based Childcare. She has established good links with the local school and private day nursery. She copies and complements activities in order to promote progression and continuity of learning and works with the school to support the promotion of good behaviour.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder's skilful planning, observations and assessments demonstrate that she has a good knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The systems for assessments and achievement are detailed and demonstrate that children are making consistently good progress towards the early learning goals. Children engage in a wide range of activities indoors and outdoors, they move around freely and safely, making choices, following their interests, increasing their independence and developing their initiative. These are skills and abilities which will benefit them in the future.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder uses her resources effectively by adapting them to suit the ages and stages of the children, and rotating toys regularly to keep children interested and stimulated. They are exceptionally well presented to the children and she takes time to set out activities in a pleasing and inviting way, such as, horses with hay and jelly with whisks and cars. They are suitable for purpose, meet the needs of children of all ages, and are in very good condition and regularly checked for damage and wear. There is a wide range of resources that are stored at child height and offer the children free access. The children make progress in their personal, social and emotional development as the childminder encourages them to do things for themselves, such as, choosing what they want to draw and play with. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder is effective in promoting a strong sense of security and belonging

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and outcomes for children

in the children. She uses good strategies to support the children in negotiating and co-operating with others as they learn to start managing their own behaviour. This means the children have high levels of confidence and self-esteem and are forming positive relationships with those around them. Each child has a strong sense of self-worth and value and this helps them to value and respect others. The children's communication, language and literacy skills are fostered as the childminder and children read stories together talking about the animals and what they are doing. Children enjoy singing and dancing activities and listen to nursery rhymes and songs.

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and outcomes for children

A healthy lifestyle is promoted well by the childminder. Children play in the outdoor area on a regular basis allowing them to be in the fresh air and to develop their physical skills as they play on the bikes and trampoline. They benefit from the healthy meals and snacks provided by the childminder. Children understand why they must wash their hands and do so supported by the childminder throughout their daily routine. The children's sensory awareness and development is effectively developed as they play in jelly talking about how it feels. Their concentration skills are good as they remain interested and stimulated by the activities that meet their interest. 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 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 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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