Childminder in Stockport

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY362903 Inspection date 10/04/2012 Inspector Lesley Bott

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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 children aged 10 and eight years in Stockport. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding together with an upstairs bathroom. The childminder is able to take and collect children from local schools and pre-schools. The family has a hamster.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. There are currently two children attending who are within the Early Years Foundation Stage, both of whom attend on a part-time basis. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. She is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children enjoy access to a variety of experiences that suitably meet their needs and help them learn and develop. Most documentation is maintained and diversity of individual children is valued and respected. Suitable partnerships are in place with parents and recommendations raised at the last inspection have been addressed. Current systems for self-evaluation are not yet effective although the childminder demonstrates a satisfactory capacity at addressing continuous improvement.

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further?

To meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 provide an action plan detailing when an appropriate paediatric first aid course will be completed (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register) 24/04/2012

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further?

 obtain information from parents in advance of a child being admitted to the provision, regarding who has legal contact with the child, and who has parental responsibility for the child (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare). 24/04/2012

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the information recorded in the fire log and increase the regularity of fire drills so that the safety of children is promoted This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  develop systems to monitor and evaluate the quality of practice to identify the setting's strengths and priorities for development.

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the early years provision

Children are suitably protected from harm or neglect. The childminder has a clear understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse which are reinforced within her written policies. She is able to implement procedures correctly should she have any concerns over a child in her care. Children are cared for in a warm and welcoming environment. However, not all measures are in place to fully promote their health and safety. For example, the childminder was unable to show the inspector her first aid certificate. She stated this was valid until June 2012, however, the paperwork was not available at the time of the inspection. In addition information from parents regarding who has legal contact or who has parental responsibility is not currently requested when a child starts at the childminder's.

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the early years provision

The childminder maintains and reviews risk assessment records and carries out daily visual safety checks on her home and any resources used for minding. The childminder has produced some written policies and procedures and these reflect her practice and help to ensure the safe and efficient management of her setting. Children have room to play and rest as they have a dedicated play room to enjoy easy access to a suitable range of resources. These include a selection that helps children to gain a positive self-image and a knowledge and understanding of the wider community. Children go on lots of outings and these enhance their learning and enjoyment. She has a calm and caring manner and children are happy and settled in her care.

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the early years provision

The childminder has not yet started to complete the Ofsted self-evaluation form and clear systems for ongoing reflective practice are not in place. This reduces her ability to effectively identify her strengths and priorities for improvement. However, recommendations raised at the last Ofsted inspection have been satisfactorily addressed. Children's individual needs are suitably known and met because the childminder recognises the value of working in partnership with parents and others. She has formed friendly relationships with parents and regularly talks to them about their children's welfare and development. Parents are well informed about welfare, achievements and progress of their children through daily sheets which are completed. She has links with a local playgroup and sometimes takes minded children to socialise with other childminders and their children. The childminder does not currently care for children who have special educational

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the early years provision

needs and/or disabilities. However she understands the importance of working closely with outside agencies to ensure children's needs are met effectively. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and content within the setting. They are making steady progress in their learning and development. The childminder demonstrates an appropriate knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and how children learn and develop. She observes children during play and can describe their individual personalities and some activities she is doing to help them progress. Each child has their own learning journal and this contains the childminder's written observations, and details of next steps for their development.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy a variety of experiences that stimulate them and help them to gain the skills that they will need in future life. For example, they access books, play with interactive toys and are learning to be independent through equipment being stored at their height. The childminder interacts well with children and uses everyday experiences to extend their learning. For example, children are learning about healthy eating and where some food comes from as they talk about the posters displaying five-a-day fruit and vegetables. Children are gaining an understanding of diversity through activities and experiences they participate in. For example, regular visits to local facilities and other childminders. Children show by their actions that they feel safe and secure. They are at ease with the childminder and happily go to her for comfort, reassurance and support. They all happily sit together on the floor to read a story, enjoying their learning. The

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and outcomes for children

childminder encourages them to recognise the animals in the book, and talk about the noise that they make as she extends their language development.

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and outcomes for children

Children's health is suitably promoted as they follow relevant hygiene routines at appropriate times during the day. In addition they enjoy lots of opportunities to experience fresh air and physical exercise, particularly as the childminder does not currently use her garden. All areas of the childminder's home are clean and the childminder provides healthy and balanced food at snack and meal times. Children's understanding of safety issues is demonstrated through their play and actions. For example, they know that they must not climb on furniture and are encouraged by the childminder to put toys away before getting others out to ensure they remain safe. Although the childminder has a clearly defined procedure for the emergency evacuation of the premises, regular fire drills have not been carried out to ensure children know what to do in the event of an emergency. Children are learning to behave appropriately because the childminder uses a

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and outcomes for children

range of positive behaviour management strategies. She promptly acknowledges children's good behaviour, effort and achievement and is consistent, calm and caring in her approach. 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 3 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 3 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 3 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 3

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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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Welfare of the children being cared for) 24/04/2012

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Welfare of the children being cared for). 24/04/2012

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