Childminder in Wirral

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 306153 Inspection date 08/03/2012 Inspector Dorothy Williams

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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

Children only attend this setting before and/or after the school day and/or during the school holidays. The judgements in this report reflect the quality of early years provision offered to children during those periods.

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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 1990. She lives with her adult son and two family dogs. The whole ground floor of the childminders house is used for childminding and there is an enclosed garden and paved area for outdoor play. She is registerd on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary part of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time. There are currently no children on roll. The childminder has good links with the local school and Sure Start Children's Centre. She is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder shows a passion and enthusiasm for her role. Through documentation and discussion she demonstrates a clear knowledge and understanding of the developmental and learning needs of children in the Eearly Years Foundation Stage. Her commitment to ongoing training is exemplary. She has clear links with the National Childminding Association and uses their toolkit effectively. She continues to meet with other childminders and seek support from the local Sure Start Children Centre. Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of safeguarding children. The safeguarding policy includes action to take, telephone numbers of who to contact and a system for recording any action taken. The premises are safe and secure, with risk assessments in place. Documentation includes daily checks to maintain the safety of the premises. The required documentation to meet the welfare requirements of

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

the Early Years Foundation Stage is in place and reviewed regularly.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder maintains an excellent range of resources to match the age and stage of development of young children. She is fully aware of the need to observe, plan and assess children and has excellent examples of tracking and monitoring progress towards the early learning goals. The childminder considers parents to be partners in learning and has systems in place to collect relevant information and share daily activities with parents and carers. She remains in contact with many parents and says she enjoys good relationships within the community. The childminder has cared for children with special needs. She understands fully the process of sharing information with other agencies and forming support networks for children. Processes for managing children's behaviour are in place and documentation evidenced how the childminder promotes a culture of self-respect and inclusivity; for example, 'no one is left out, all are welcome and cared for

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder is aware of promoting health and hygiene amongst children and has a range of resources to support her philosophy including information on dietary needs, allergies and weaning. Through discussion the childminder showed an awareness of self evaluation. Since having no children on roll she has considered her provision and has in place a plan to develop her garden area and reasses her record keeping. She has all the documentation and resources required to develop the planning to promote individual children's learning and development to promote good outcomes. The childminder demonstrates that she has the needs This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and interests of children at the heart of her provision.

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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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