White, Michelle Susan

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY416345 Inspection date 15/05/2012 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 was registered in 2010, she lives with her partner in Reddish, Stockport, close to shops, schools and public transport links. The whole of the childminder's house is used for childminding purposes apart from the main bedroom and the loft. The childminder collects and drops off children from the local schools. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder has a pet cat and chickens.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory part of the Childcare Register. She may care for a maximum of six children under eight years of whom no more than three may be in the early years age group. The childminder currently has five children on roll. The childminder is completing a level 3 Diploma in Home-based Childcare.

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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 are happy, settled in the childminder's care. She is beginning to observe children's achievements; however, this information is not yet used to plan appropriate activities to help them to progress. The childminder values children as individuals and meets their unique needs. Most systems to support children's welfare are in place, however there is a breach of statutory legal requirements regarding risk assessments. She keeps parents well informed about what their children are doing and obtains information about their needs and routines but has, as yet, to develop other partnerships. The childminder is developing the self- evaluation of her practice and is committed to improving and developing her service.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the risk assessments to identify potential hazards within the environment and include the control measures you have in place and conduct a risk assessment for each outing. (Suitable premises, environment and equipment). 29/05/2012

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the systems for reflective practice and self-evaluation to prioritise areas for development to help improve the outcomes for children  develop the systems of planning and assessment systems to clearly show how children are making progress This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  establish relationships where children attend several settings to ensure that practitioners from each setting regularly share the child's development and learning records  carry out regular evacuation drills with the children, and record in a fire log book any problems encountered and how they were resolved.

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the early years provision

Children are safeguarded and protected because the childminder has good enough knowledge about local safeguarding policies and has effective procedures in place. She knows what actions to take if she has any concerns about a child in her care. She also ensures all adults living in her home are suitable to be in contact with children. The childminder has considered the safety within her home and has checks in place. However, the risk assessments do not include the potential hazards or the control measures that are in place. The childminder takes reasonable steps when embarking on outings such as obtaining consent from parents, however, a full risk assessment for each type of outing is not in place. This is a breach of legal requirements and could have the potential to put children at risk.

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the early years provision

All fire prevention equipment is in place and the emergency procedures are available. However, the childminder has only practised this procedure with the children once. The childminder checks her smoke alarm weekly. The childminder shows a strong commitment to improving her knowledge and is undertaking a level 3 qualification. The childminder has attended a current paediatric first aid training course and has an appropriate first aid kit therefore the childminder is able to respond to accidents and illnesses appropriately. The childminder is enthusiastic about what she does and is keen to improve her service. She informally considers what she does well and the things she needs to improve. The self-evaluation process is in its early stages and the childminder intends on developing clear systems for ongoing reflective practice so she can effectively identify her strengths and priorities for improvement.

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the early years provision

The childminder attends local toddler and childminder groups for peer support and additional social opportunities for the children. There is sufficient space and resources in the home and garden for children to play and learn. She explains differences and similarities to the children when they are out and about, so children learn about the diversity of the world around them. Partnerships with parents are effective with regular information shared verbally about children's learning and development experiences. The childminder gathers a range of information about children's likes/dislikes, routines and favourite foods to ensure continuity of care and a feeling of security for the children. Partnerships with other providers of the Early Years Foundation Stage where children attend have not yet been fully implemented. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has appropriate knowledge of the Early Year's Foundation Stage and uses this to support children in their learning. However, the planning and assessment systems are in their early stages and do not clearly show how children's individual next steps are to be planned for and the progress they are making. This could result in missed opportunities to maximise their learning. Children make continuous progress in communication language and literacy because the childminder constantly talks to them about what they are doing and what they are playing with. The children have good opportunities to make choices from an early age, and the childminder actively follows their lead as she provides age-appropriate challenges for them.

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and outcomes for children

The children have a strong sense of security and confidence within the setting due to the well-established routines and strong attachments they have built with the childminder. They also show confidence in making choices and exploring their surroundings. Children have opportunities to learn about being healthy. The childminder provides healthy meals and snack options, including fruit. They have regular access to fresh air and enjoy watching the chickens in the garden. The children are developing their knowledge and understanding of the world as they talk about the chickens laying eggs.

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and outcomes for children

Children develop their physical skills as they make marks on the chalk board and talk about the shapes they are drawing and the colours they are using. Children develop their skills for the future as they talk about letters that words begin with. They recognise 't' is for tiger when playing a board game which involves sharing and taking turns. Children are taught respect for themselves and each other through effective behaviour management strategies. They learn boundaries and good behaviour through explanations and praise from the childminder. The childminder celebrates festivals with the children and has some resources which reflect different cultures. This enables children to learn about the world in which they live. 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 exceptiona lly 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 2 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: Met

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