Childminder in Stockport

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18/09/2012 Not Applicable

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: Not Applicable How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children 2 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 2

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This provision is good

 Children have settled well and are very comfortable with both childminders and the assistant. They show confidence and curiosity as they explore the learning environment.  The childminder provides a safe and healthy environment for young children where they move around freely and where their welfare is well supported through a balanced and nutritious diet and regular physical play opportunities and fresh air.  The childminder has a good understanding of how to support children's development in the three prime areas. She has created a spacious and inviting learning environment to encourage their independent choices.  The childminder values the cultural individuality of children and understands how to support those who have English as an additional language.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 The input from other carers is not yet effectively used to inform an overall evaluation of children's development.  Opportunities to create an environment rich in print to help encourage children's recognition of letters and words is not fully developed.

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Information about this inspection

Inspections of registered early years provision are scheduled:  at least once in every inspection cycle. The current cycle ends on 31 July 2016  more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged as inadequate  brought forward in the inspection cycle where Ofsted has received information that suggests the provision may not be meeting the legal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage; or where assessment of the provision identifies a need for early inspection  prioritised for inspection where we have received information that the provision is not meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and which suggests children may not be safe  at the completion of an investigation into failure to comply with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Information about this inspection

The provision is also registered on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. This report includes a judgment about compliance with the requirements of that register.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed play sessions in the lounge and also lunch time.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the childminder individually and also together with the co- childminder at different times during the visit and throughout the time spent at the setting.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at observation records and children's daily diaries, the self- evaluation document and a selection of suitability records, policies and children's registration details.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector was not able to speak to parents as none were present during the visit but she did speak briefly with another family member at collection time. She also looked at emailed comments from parents.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2012 and co-childminds with her husband. They live in the Cale Green area of Stockport with their five-year-old son. The whole ground floor of the house and the first floor bathroom are available for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outdoor play. Access to both the house and garden is via several steps.

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Information about the setting

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register and is currently caring for two children in the early years age range. She is currently working towards an appropriate level 6 qualification.

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 extend links with others who provide care to children so these can help contribute to ongoing assessments of children's progress

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 create an environment that is more rich in print where children can learn about words, such as signs, posters, names.

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who attend

The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop and is currently focusing on the prime areas for supporting and assessing younger children. Children are welcomed into an inviting and well-resourced playroom and can move freely into other downstairs rooms. Regular outdoor activities provide further interesting learning opportunities such as sand play and physical opportunities with toys to support early walking. The childminder engages naturally with children and responds positively to them so that they feel secure in the setting and are able to explore and try out new things. Young children have a range of developmentally appropriate toys set out which are placed within easy reach so children can freely access them and make choices. The childminder encourages their interest by engaging with them, sitting alongside and offering different resources for them to explore and try out.

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who attend

Conversation is a natural part of children's daily routine. Young children are encouraged to make noises in response to sounds from the childminder or use their mouths to make different shapes as they eat. They have a range of resources to stimulate their interest such as musical toys and instruments and a wide range of age-appropriate books clearly displayed so that children can make their own choices. Children enjoying listening to favourite songs like 'row the boat' and respond positively to games like 'peepo'. For older ones there are opportunities for making different marks with a range of resources, although use of the environment to display print and words is not yet fully developed. Children enjoy opportunities for physical play through lots of outdoor play in the garden and through regular walks and trips to the park.

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who attend

The childminder understands the importance of gaining as much information as possible from parents at the start to assess children's starting points and help them settle in. Observations made during the initial settling-in help to assess a child's needs and stage of development which enables appropriate toys and challenges to be given. However, opportunities to liaise with other carers of children to support more detailed information and ongoing assessments are not yet fully in place. Observations of special moments are captured and recorded and these are linked to the prime areas and used to identify children's progress and inform the planning of future activities. Regular reference to the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage and to Development Matters ensures teaching and resources are used in the most effective way to support children's development. The childminder is starting to create 'learning journeys' for each child which

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who attend

include photos and observations of activities they have shared.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

The childminder has established herself well in the role of childminder and has created a bright and welcoming environment where children benefit from the good attention of different adults. Initial discussions with parents along with the observation made at an early stage means the childminder knows the children's needs and their level of development, so that appropriate play experiences and challenges can be given. Children are learning to behave well by positive role modelling and regular praise. There are clear boundaries and the childminder explains her use of key words to children so that they respond quickly. For example, before going to the park, she clearly explains her expectations. She is aware of liaising with parents and carers to ensure a consistent approach is maintained.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children's health is promoted as young children are provided with ample safe space to move around in as they develop their walking skills, aided by adult intervention to support them and low level equipment to balance on. They have fun crawling through the plastic tunnel and have a range of toys to handle and manipulate such as feely books and treasures baskets. Children explore musical toys with buttons and enjoy feeling and exploring the gloop, developing their senses as they play. Children's health is well promoted as the childminder maintains a very clean environment, for example, having indoor shoes or shoe protectors for the area where children crawl and play on the floor. Children are provided with healthy snacks and meals and access to drinks including water at all times. Meal times are seen as good social opportunities and the childminder engages and supports children with smiles and encouragement. She helps to develop independence

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

skills by encouraging them to start feeding themselves. The childminder prepares children for the next stage in their learning by developing their confidence and providing a range of different experiences. She encourages social engagement with others both in the setting and as children go out into the community and start to attend other early years groups.

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provision

The childminder has a good understanding of the areas of learning and how children learn and develop and clearly recognises her role within this. She is committed to improving her knowledge and skills through training. She has undertaken a range of courses since registration and is currently completing a level 6 qualification in early years. The childminders continually discuss and reflect on their practice together in order to ensure they provide the best play and learning opportunities for individual children. Discussion with parents including seeking their written comments and the use of the self-evaluation form are collectively identifying areas for improvement to enhance practice to support young children's overall development.

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provision

The childminder has a good understanding of her safeguarding responsibilities and how to respond to any concerns. She has attended training in this area to enhance her awareness and has a clear policy to support practice which is shared with parents. The premises are kept safe and secure and the childminder takes all necessary information and consents from each parent to support children's welfare. Risk assessment procedures are used effectively to highlight any additional measures needed to keep children safe. All outings are carefully planned and risk assessed before children take part in them and regular fire evacuation practices take place. The childminder is aware of the correct storage of all confidential information.

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provision

Partnership with parents is working well and the childminder is always proactive in exchanging information through talk, text messaging, emails and the sharing of the daily diary where parents are invited to add their comments. The easy settling-in period ensures all information is exchanged and initial observations are completed to get to know children's interests and capabilities. The environment is welcoming and provides a wide range of accessible resources which are carefully organised in low storage units to support independent choices. Information about family events and customs are sought to enhance the individuality of each child. The childminder is aware of the need to make links with other settings that children may attend and knows to liaise with parents and other professionals to support any additional needs children may have. She has had experience of teaching people with English as an additional language, a skill which she feels is

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provision

beneficial in supporting all language development.

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The Childcare Register

The requirements for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are Met The requirements for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are Met

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Grade Judgement Description

Grade 1 Outstanding Outstanding provision is highly effective in meeting the needs of all children exceptionally well. This ensures that children are very well prepared for the next stage of their learning. Grade 2 Good Good provision is effective in delivering provision that meets the needs of all children well. This ensures children are ready for the next stage of their learning. Grade 3 Satisfactory Satisfactory provision is performing less well than expectations in one or more of the key areas. It requires improvement in order to be good. Grade 4 Inadequate Provision that is inadequate requires significant improvement and/or enforcement. The provision is failing to give children an acceptable standard of early years education and/or is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be inspected again within 12 months of the date of this inspection.

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Grade Judgement Description

Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider does not meet the requirements for registration.

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Inspection

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under Sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and care, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY442549 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 786401 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

set out in the guidance ‘raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted', which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk.

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Type of provision

For the purposes of this inspection the following definitions apply:

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Type of provision

Full-time provision is that which operates for more than three hours. These are usually known as nurseries, nursery schools and pre-schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the higher fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Sessional provision operates for more than two hours but does not exceed three hours in any one day. These are usually known as pre-schools, kindergartens or nursery schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the lower fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Childminders care for one or more children where individual children attend for a period of more than two hours in any one day. They operate from domestic premises that are usually their own home. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Type of provision

Out of school provision may be sessional or full-time provision and is delivered before or after school and/or in the summer holidays. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. Where children receive their Early Years Foundation Stage in school these providers do not have to deliver the learning and development requirements in full but should complement the experiences children receive in school. 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,

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Type of provision

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Type of provision

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