Childminder in Trafford

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY441869 Inspection date 25/06/2012 Inspector Mr Rasmik Parmar

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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 2012 and lives with her husband and two children age five and 10 years the Sale area of Manchester. The whole ground floor of the home and the bathroom on the first floor are available to children. There is an enclosed garden for outdoor play. The childminder is close to local amenities, including a library, parks and shops.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, no more than three of whom may be in the early years age range. There are currently two children on roll in this age group. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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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

Children are happy, settled and supported well by the childminder, who has a clear awareness of each child's individual needs. Children are progressing effectively in their learning and development. Partnership with parents contributes to ensuring that children's needs are well met. There are developing systems in place to evaluate practice, and the capacity for continuous improvement is good.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further systems for self-evaluation  develop further children's awareness of the wider world.

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the early years provision

Children are kept safe and protected as the childminder adopts a thorough approach to managing risks. She has a good understanding of the procedures to be followed to protect children and knows how to make an appropriate referral if she is worried about a child. The childminder has recently attended safeguarding training and has booked to attend a further in-depth course, as part of her commitment to ensuring that children's safety is of paramount importance. Robust risk assessment are in place, covering all areas of the home and outings, ensure risks to children are successfully identified and minimised. The childminder ensures that the suitability of all adults having unsupervised contact is maintained and that anyone who has not been vetted or is not known is never left alone with children. Well-written policies and procedures are shared with parents and underpin the good service provided for children and their families.

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the early years provision

This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder's home is welcoming and child orientated. A good range of play materials and furniture are provided, enabling children to play comfortably. Equipment and resources promote all aspects of equality and diversity. Resources are of a good quality and are suitable for the ages of the children to support their learning and development. Children confidently and independently help themselves to resources they want to play with. This helps to build their sense of belonging.

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the early years provision

Positive relationships exist between the childminder and parents as she involves them in their children's learning and development. She encourages them to share information about their child's routine and home life and their likes and dislikes, which helps her to meet their individual preferences and needs. Parents are kept well informed about their children's care and learning through daily discussion and records of children's achievements.

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the early years provision

Children are currently solely cared for by the childminder, who is aware that she should share information about the child's learning and development with other carers who may be involved if there was shared care. The childminder is proactive in attending training courses relevant to her work and is keen to develop and enhance her skills and practice. She is in the early stages of evaluating her provision and has partially completed the Ofsted self-evaluation form.

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and outcomes for children

Children are making good progress towards the early learning goals. Their interests and abilities are taken into consideration when planning the stimulating range of experiences for them. The childminder uses observations of children's activities, together with photographic evidence, to identify the next steps in children's learning and development, and uses this to inform future planning. She also tracks their progress towards the early learning goals and shares this information with parents by providing them with assessments every six months.

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and outcomes for children

Children are settled in the childminder's home and approach her for support and guidance. The range of resources and learning experiences help them to progress in all areas of learning. They choose their preferred play materials and spend their time engaged in interesting activities, such as painting at the low table. The childminder supports children's learning and helps them to develop their skills of counting and taking turns. Problem-solving skills are promoted through playing with puzzles and learning about shape and volume. Communication skills are well supported through good quality interaction, which helps children to develop skills that will contribute to their future economic well-being. The childminder consistently talks to children, introducing new and interesting words to help enrich their conversations. Children enjoy listening to stories, and regular visits to the library help to foster their love of books.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder's behaviour management procedure includes positive strategies and the techniques used are discussed with parents to ensure continuity of care. Children behave well and show care and consideration for each other under the very calm supervision and role modelling of the childminder. As a result, their This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 confidence and self-esteem is fostered well. The childminder has developed close and trusting relationships with the children. They know they are special from the warm response they receive from the childminder and very good support she provides. As a result, children feel safe and secure in the childminder's care.

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and outcomes for children

Children are offered a good range of healthy and balanced meals and snacks, and drinking water is readily available. They taste different types of fruit and vegetables, including a good range of foods from different cultures. However, as the childminder has only recently started to care for children, she has further ideas and plans to celebrate other cultural festivals as part of broadening children's awareness of the wider world. Children are cared for in a clean and safe environment. They are carefully supported to learn good basic hygiene skills through the use of effective hygiene routines, such as hand washing and good nappy changing procedures. 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 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 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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