Mackie, Linda Claire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY437097 Inspection date 28/05/2012 Inspector Karen Byfleet

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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 2011. She lives with her husband and their three children, ages 12, 10 and four years. The family live in the Poynton area of Stockport, close to local facilities. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding purposes. There is a secure garden available for outdoor play. Family pets include two dogs and two cats.

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Description of the childminding

This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and on both parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years. There is currently one child on roll who is in the early years age group.

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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

The childminder recognises the uniqueness of each child that attends and, in general, their learning and welfare needs are met. Children are happy and settled within the environment. Effective partnerships with parents are in place to ensure children's welfare needs are consistently met. Most of the required documentation is in place which ensures children are safeguarded. The childminder has started to undertake self-evaluation and reflection of the service she provides. She demonstrates an awareness of the need to maintain continuous improvement in order to continue to meet children's individual needs.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop observation and assessment systems to ensure children's development through all areas of learning is effectively monitored and their next steps identified  develop children's understanding of how to stay safe in emergencies, by regular practice of the emergency evacuation procedure and recording the details of these  improve knowledge and understanding of safeguarding  obtain written permission from parents for children to take part in regular outings.

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the early years provision

Children are safeguarded and the childminder has devised and implemented a suitable written safeguarding policy which she shares with parents. The policy includes procedures to follow if she has any concerns about children's safety or welfare. However, she has not attended and recent training and is not clear if her This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 procedures are in line with the local safeguarding children board procedures. Risk assessments which cover the premises, toys and equipment are effective and the childminder conducts daily checks. Risk assessments for outings are also carried out. The premises are kept safe as the main door is kept locked with the keys easily available to the childminder for emergency evacuation and the rear garden is safely enclosed. An emergency evacuation plan is in place, although this has not been practised with the children to enhance their understanding and awareness of

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the early years provision

how to stay safe in an emergency or a record kept. The childminder has not yet fully implemented a system of self-evaluation to reflect on her practice. Although, she is fully aware of the need to ensure her provision continues to improve to ensure all children's individual needs continue to be met.

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the early years provision

The childminder has satisfactory knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. However, she has not yet started to undertake observations of the children's learning in order to help her assess children's progress effectively or using them to plan for the next steps in their learning. A good range of toys, resources and equipment for children of all ages are easily available to all children, enabling them to have free access. Children's individual interests and needs are effectively and consistently met. The childminder works well with parents. All information is shared on a daily basis about what the children have been doing, what they have eaten and where they have been. The childminder has gathered relevant information from parents in order to meet their individual needs. The childminder is aware of the need to work in partnerships with other providers and professionals when and if the need arises to ensure children's needs are

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the early years provision

consistently met. However, no children currently attending are accessing any other services at this time.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder is warm and caring towards the children in her care. She actively engages and joins in with their play. Children are making satisfactory progress in their learning and development and they are happy and settled within the childminders home. Children are provided with toys, games and equipment that are age appropriate, clean and suitable for purpose. They are able to self-select from the good range of toys and equipment that are stored at low level, helping to develop their independence and self esteem.The childminder plans some activities, such as outings and she provides toys and activities which she knows the children enjoy.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy regular outings and visits to the local toddler group, where they are able to meet and play with other children. They also enjoy various outings to places of interest, such as, the local pony farm, trips, such as, this help to raise children's awareness of the local community and the world around them. Children's all round development is promoted satisfactorily through the provision of activities such as role play, dressing up and small world play which enhance children's knowledge and development in the six areas of learning. Children enjoy the range of suitable books and puzzles that are easily accessible to them, enhancing their language and literacy development. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children's welfare and safety is effectively supported. They feel safe within the childminders provision as they confidently approach her. The childminder promotes

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and outcomes for children

children's health and welfare well as she provides them with healthy balanced diets for snacks and meals. Good personal hygiene routines, such as, hand washing before eating and after using the toilet are encouraged by the childminder and through her role modelling. The childminder promotes equality and diversity amongst the children. She raises their awareness of different cultures and celebrations through books and role play activities. 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 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 2 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: Met

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