Childminder in Oldham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY364531 Inspection date 06/03/2012 Inspector Marina Anna Howarth

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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 2008. She lives with her husband, adult daughter and two sons in Tameside, Manchester close to shops, parks, schools and public transport links. The rooms and areas of the house used for childminding are the lounge, kitchen, dining room, conservatory, upstairs bathroom and rear, enclosed garden. The childminder provides an out of school service from local primary schools.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, not more than three of whom may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding five children in this age group. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder has a child care qualification.

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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

Children's individual needs are met extremely well through personalised planning and rigorous assessment, which ensures they are making excellent progress in all areas of development. The childminder is passionate about her role and she is fully committed to enhancing her professional practice and maintaining continuous improvement. She values children as unique individuals and offers a high level of care and support to children and their families. Partnerships with parents and other agencies are excellent, resulting in children being supported effectively.

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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 the outdoor area to offer children opportunities for doing things in different ways and on different scales than when indoors.

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the early years provision

Children are fully safeguarded and protected from harm through the childminder's robust procedures and practices. Comprehensive detailed risk assessments of the premises, and also for outings, ensure that safety is continually monitored and reviewed. For example, taking an alternative route to school to avoid maintenance work. The childminder's vigilance and thorough understanding of safeguarding issues ensure children are fully protected from harm. All required records are meticulously maintained and a comprehensive range of policies and procedures This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 underpin effective practice. As a result the setting is managed to an exceptionally high standard.

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the early years provision

The childminder is a totally committed and enthusiastic childcare practitioner who strives for continuous improvement. She has developed rigorous systems to monitor the service she provides and has a clear vision in continuing to develop her service. For example, she is in the process of developing her garden to ensure that outdoor play is more meaningful. This is to enable her to offer the children a wider variety of activities and experiences. The childminder continually seeks parents' views with regard to the care their children receive and her practice issues, which enables them to be fully involved in contributing to the evaluation process. Children's views are also acknowledged and considered through daily consultation and the recent introduction of simple questionnaires. She is highly committed to her personal and professional development and holds an early years qualification. She has attended a variety of training and implemented the

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the early years provision

knowledge gained to further improve her practice.

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the early years provision

The childminder is highly committed to ensuring she provides a stimulating and inclusive environment. Children develop a positive sense of identity and belonging as the childminder is skilled in celebrating and respecting each child's uniqueness and every effort is made to ensure that no individual child is disadvantaged. Children explore different cultures through celebrating a variety of festivals. They learn about disabilities through the provision of high quality resources which portray positive images and sensitive explanations are offered by the childminder. As a result, children value themselves and each other's difference in a sensitive and positive manner. Valuable information is provided for parents at the time of enrolment, and in an ongoing way, so that they are fully informed about the childminder's practice. They are given lots of opportunities to contribute to their children's files which are used to form a detailed account of children's progress.

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the early years provision

Children benefit from the partnerships the childminder develops with other organiszations in the community. She has developed effective links with local schools and recognizes the importance of sharing information to ensure consistency of care is maintained.

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and outcomes for children

.Children have access to a warm, bright, child focused, and highly stimulating environment. They take pride in their artwork which is beautifully displayed. They have access to an extensive range of high quality toys and resources which they are able to view clearly and self-select from low level units, promoting their independence. The childminder provides continual opportunities for children to express their interests and is flexible to accommodate their needs. For example, following a fall of snow, daily activities changed to accommodate children's request to build a snowman. Children enjoy planting seeds; carefully watering them and watching them grow. This develops their understanding of nature and the world around them. They enjoy listening to stories and demonstrating their familiarity as they join in. They are provided with extensive opportunities to mark make and make excellent progress in their understanding of problem solving. They access a

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and outcomes for children

This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 variety of shapes on boards, complete puzzles and many are able to count in double figures. They learn the concept of time through familiar routines and they use spoons to fill containers with dried food and correctly identify when a container is full or empty. Children are extremely comfortable, settled and confident in the childminder's care because a very close and affectionate relationship is evident. They are focussed and enthusiastic to learn. They take an active interest in their environment and continually ask questions. For example, children enjoy using drain pipes to create ramps which they eagerly roll balls down. They identify that the balls go fast and excitedly chase after them once they have landed on the floor.

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and outcomes for children

Children make significant gains in their learning and development because the childminder offers a wealth of valuable and dynamic play experiences for them to enjoy. Close attention is given to the induction process and extensive details are gathered about their individual needs and starting points. This enables the childminder to provide tailored care and support to the children and their families. Children's development files are attractively presented with photographs and detailed observations of their play. In addition individual play plans ensure their developmental needs are met effectively and enable the childminder to plan for their next steps in learning. The childminder works hard to include all children, and treat them with equal concern. Boys and girls are actively encouraged to participate in all activities and children learn to appreciate different cultures and religions through participating in the celebration of a variety of festivals. They are

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and outcomes for children

able to access a wide selection of toys, resources and books that reflect diversity, providing opportunities to ask questions and learn about differences and similarities.

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and outcomes for children

Children thrive because the childminder has a highly effective approach to health and hygiene. They learn and value the importance of being healthy as the childminder is an excellent role model. She educates the children on effective hygiene practices which are reviewed on a regular basis. For example, the childminder has recently introduced small individual towels to the hand washing regime which are laundered after using once, which she considers to be more hygienic. Children learn about healthy eating as they have been actively involved in producing a menu of nutritious snacks. All of which contain fresh produce which they help to prepare. They are provided with lots of opportunities to engage in physical activity. Continuous outdoor play provision enables them to engage in a variety of activities, experiencing different weather conditions. They develop coordination skills playing with balls, hopscotch and visit the park to explore large

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and outcomes for children

open space. 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 1 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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