Childminder in Liverpool

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY346305 Inspection date 11/05/2012 Inspector Jan Linsdell

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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

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 2007. She lives with her two children aged two months and nine years. The family live in the Dovecot area of Liverpool. The ground floor of the property and upstairs bathroom are used for childminding purposes. There is a secure garden available for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of four children under the age of eight years at any one time. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association and she holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 2. At the time of this inspection, there were no children on roll in the early years age group.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder she has secure knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues and holds a certificate in safeguarding children at level 3. A detailed safeguarding policy is available to share with parents, which outlines the procedures in place to protect children from harm. The childminder carries out thorough risk assessments, so that the premises are safe, secure and suitable for purpose. All required records, policies and procedures to ensure the safe management of the setting are available and well organised.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a commitment to providing a quality service for children. She understands the purpose of self-evaluation and intends to use the Ofsted self-evaluation form to identify her strengths and areas for improvement. She understands how to work effectively with parents, carers and other early years providers, so that children's care and learning needs are met. She has addressed recommendations from the last inspection, for example, by increasing resources to promote diversity and by making sure parental consent for emergency treatment is obtained for all children.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder understands how to promote children's learning and development. Discussions indicate that she offers a variety of activities to help children make progress towards the early learning goals, such as, planting seeds, baking and lots of crafts. She helps children to develop a healthy lifestyle, for example by providing various opportunities for active play at local parks and by offering healthy food options. She implements good hygiene standards to ensure children are cared for in a clean and well maintained environment. She understands how to manage children's behaviour appropriately and she promotes inclusion, for example, by participating in various cultural events in the community.

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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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