Childminder in Trafford

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 318271 Inspection date 16/03/2012 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 has been registered since 1983. She lives with her husband and adult son in the Sale area of Cheshire. The children are able to access the whole of the ground floor, which consists of the sitting room and dining room, kitchen and bathroom on the first floor. The rear garden is available for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register as well as the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare register. The childminder may care for nine children in the early years age range when she works with an assistant. There are currently 10 children on roll,

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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

The childminder and her assistant are confident and well organised in their approach to supporting children; this allows them to make generally good progress towards the early learning goals in all areas. The childminder keeps parents well informed about their children's welfare, learning and development and gains their viewpoint on the provision. Inclusive practice is firmly embedded in all aspects of the provision and partnerships with others are strong, as a result children's individual needs are well met. Overall, reflective practice is effective and the childminder has good capacity to make independent and continuous improvements.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the systems in place for observation, assessment and planning to monitor childrens overall progress.

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the early years provision

Children are effectively safeguarded as the childminder has a good knowledge of safeguarding procedures. She is well informed about child protection issues and has the appropriate contact details which are easily accessible, should she have any concerns. The childminder and her family are appropriately vetted and are safe and suitable to work with young children. This means that children are safe and secure in the setting. Children's safety is carefully considered on a continuous basis using the process of risk assessment. Consequently, children play in a safe environment. Documentation is maintained to a good standard, and policies and procedures are shared with parents, this enables them to be aware of her responsibilities as a childminder. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder provides an inclusive service as she has an exceptional knowledge

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the early years provision

of each child's background. Consequently, all children are warmly welcomed into her home and are naturally learning to respect and value differences. The childminder and her assistant are currently working with the children to consider the differences in weddings from different countries. Partnerships with parents are strong and contribute to children's overall well-being within the setting. Parents are provided with good quality information and are well in-formed about their child's time with the childminder. Parents are encouraged to support children's learning and share details of their child's interests, so this can be incorporated into the childminders plans. The childminder has excellent links with the school and other professionals so children who attend other early year's provision have continuity in their care and learning

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the early years provision

The childminder has made good strides since her last inspection, including addressing the previous recommendations, and she links with her local authority advisor and other childminders to review her practice. The childminder has completed a formal self-evaluation form which identifies her areas for improvement. This demonstrates her capacity to maintain continuous improvement.

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and outcomes for children

Resources are displayed at a suitable level to support children's self-selection and promote their independence. The range of resources positively reflects diversity, which enables the childminder to promote children's awareness of the world around them. The childminder uses space and resources very effectively and children benefit from an inviting and stimulating environment. Children settle well and experience warm and positive relationships. They take part in a variety of fun activities and receive lots of praise and encouragement, this promotes their confidence and self-esteem. The childminder provides additional individual support for children who require it to ensure they all make good progress and all children are fully included.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder finds out children's starting points and capabilities from parents. She observes and evaluates their progress and uses this information to guide her planning to meet children's specific learning needs and interests. Written observations combined with photographs and examples of work demonstrate each child's individual learning journey. The childminder understands the uniqueness of each child well and informally recognises the progress children are making. The childminder and her assistant are currently developing the observation, assessment and planning system so they can document children's progress effectively.

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and outcomes for children

Children's language and communication skills are developing well. They take part in interesting conversations and sing songs and rhymes. They have access to a range of books which they select independently and discuss with the childminder. Drinks are available to ensure they do not become thirsty and snacks and meals This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 are nutritious and contain healthy options. Children take on some aspects of responsibility, such as helping to tidy away after themselves. They are involved in activities to develop their understanding of respecting the beliefs of others. Cultural celebrations, such as, Chinese New Year are explored and involve making dragons, identifying which animal represents their birthday and making Chinese lanterns. This helps raise children's awareness of the world around them. Simple number activities are part of everyday routines, such as counting how many people

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and outcomes for children

are present in order to make enough drinks. 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 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 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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