Childminder in Stockport

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14/03/2013 23/08/2012

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early years provision

This inspection: 3 Previous inspection: 2 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 3 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 3

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This provision is satisfactory

 Children form secure attachments with the childminder, which enables them to feel safe and secure in his care.  Children are developing confidence and independence skills as they choose from a good range of toys and equipment, both indoors and outdoors.  The childminder provides sufficient activities and support to extend young children's developing vocabulary. As a result, children are supported in acquiring the skills and capacity to build a firm foundation in their communication and language development.

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It is not yet good because

 The childminder does not follow the correct safeguarding procedures at all times in the event of a concern in the setting. This compromises children's safety.  Partnership working with other settings is not fully developed to ensure children benefit from a shared understanding between all those involved with individual children.  Opportunities to encourage parents to share their views are not fully developed so they can support their child's progress.

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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

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Information about this inspection

 scheduled more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged 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 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  scheduled 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 activities in the main rooms on the ground floor.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the childminder and co-minder at regular intervals throughout the inspection.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector checked relevant documentation, including the childminder's policies and procedures, written evidence from parents, training certificates and insurance.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector was unable to speak to parents during the inspection, but took account of their views provided through written questionnaires, comments on assessments and daily diaries.

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Information about the setting

The childminder was registered in 2012. He works with his partner who is a registered childminder on the premises. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding purposes. This includes the lounge and playroom. There is a secure front garden available for outdoor play. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is minding every day, Monday to Friday, all year round. There are two dogs, a duck and rabbit on the premises.

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Information about the setting

The childminder has six children on roll who are in the early years age group. He takes the children to the local park and shops in the community and collects children from the local school nursery. The childminder receives support from the local authority in Stockport.

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must:

 ensure safeguarding procedures are followed and fully understood at all times in the event of an allegation being made.

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

 enhance parents' involvement in their child's learning, for example, by increasing opportunities for them to add comments to their child's records to share what they do at home in order to further support ongoing progress

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

 develop the arrangements for sharing information and partnership working with other providers in order to fully support consistency in children's learning.

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who attend

The childminder has a suitable knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage. He is familiar with children's likes and dislikes and he offers a satisfactory range of activities across the areas of learning to promote children's development and enjoyment. The childminder works alongside his co-minder to ensure children have access to a suitable amount of free play and adult-led activities that stretch and challenge them. He is familiar with the 'Development Matters in the Early Years Foundation Stage' guidance, which he uses to monitor where children are in their learning. The childminder encourages parents to be involved in their child's learning by sharing activities and viewing the planning, which he displays on the notice board. However, there is scope to further involve parents in their child's learning so that children' progress is fully supported.

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who attend

The indoor environment is organised so that children have a sufficient play materials to explore. Children are making steady progress in the prime areas of their learning and their independence is generally promoted. For example, the childminder encourages children to eat with a spoon from an early age and to tidy away before taking part in another activity. Young children learn to hang up their coats and sit and concentrate during story time. He also takes them to the local groups to encourage them to mix with other adults and children. As a result, children are developing some of the skills needed to prepare them for their next stage of learning, and eventually their move into school.

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who attend

Children use a good range of cause and effect toys and practise pushing buttons and pulling switches to operate them. Overall, the childminder engages well with the children, for example, when they sit with him to eat their lunch they chat about their morning in pre-school. Children have suitable opportunities to use a range of different media and textures to create their own ideas. For example, they show great delight playing in the shaving foam and making a collage. The childminder also helps children to learn about numbers and how to count through familiar nursery rhymes and number games. He plans activities around children's interests. For example, children speak about stroking the duck and rabbit outside in the rear garden and he extends their enjoyment by reading a book about animals at the farm.

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who attend

The childminder supports children's communication and language development well. He asks children open questions and they have access to a variety of learning experiences to develop their vocabulary. For example, the childminder encourages children to repeat words during an activity. Children also enjoy books and readily find their favourites, either to look at them or to read with the childminder. Furthermore, they practise early writing skills as the childminder encourages them to hold crayon correctly. The outdoor area is well-resourced and contains bats, balls, areas to watch their plants grow and wheeled toys for the children to ride on. This further promotes children's physical development. As a result, children are gaining the key skills for the next stage in their learning.

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

The childminder understands how to support children in separating from their main carers and encourages them to stay with the children when they first join his setting. Communication with the families helps him to become aware of their child's care needs. The childminder provides a homely and child-friendly welcoming environment and he follows suitable care practices and routines so that children settle well and feel comfortable. This helps children to form secure attachments and eases their transitions into his care. Children are offered reassurance when needed and the childminder responds appropriately to their needs. The childminder and his co-minder understand their role as a key person. As a result, they are able to explain to parents to help them understand the benefits of this role for the children attending. Consequently, children are starting to develop close bonds with the childminder.

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

Children show growing confidence as they develop their self-care skills. There is a good range of age-appropriate toys and resources that are accessible to young children, both indoors and outdoors. This encourages children to explore and independently choose what they want to play with. The childminder promotes healthy eating by providing nutritious snacks of various fruits. Menus indicate good homemade food that encourages children to taste different recipes. Children have access to drinks at all times. The childminder takes them out in the fresh air to the park and local shops. They have daily access to the outdoor garden at the front of the house painting at the easel and planting seeds. This contributes positively to their physical health and well-being.

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

Children learn about acceptable behaviour, as the childminder encourages them to share resources and reminds them to use good manners. He discusses any behaviour issues with parents for consistency and attends training to enhance this area of his practice. Children gain an understanding of risk because the childminder highlights safety issues both in the home and when out on trips. For example, he explains why children must hold onto his hand when crossing the road and they take part in regular fire drills. The childminder supervises children at all times and acts quickly when they try to put play objects in their mouth during play. Furthermore, children wear bright coloured clothing when out on trips to ensure they are recognised at all times. As a result, children begin to gain an awareness of keeping themselves safe.

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provision

Overall, the childminder has a suitable understanding of how to support children's learning and development. He continues to develop his skills by attending training to provide an effective learning environment in line with the revised Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder observes children and uses the information gained to plan for the next steps across the areas of learning. All required documentation for the safe and efficient management of the setting is in place and risk assessments ensure children benefit from attending a safe and secure environment. The childminder records children's personal information in individual files which are kept secure.

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provision

The childminder has some understanding of child protection procedures and has a written policy that he shares with parents. Evidence indicates he records all existing injuries and events that occur, both inside and outside his care. This inspection was brought forward as a result of a concern relating to the childminder's suitability. He failed to contact the safeguarding board for support and guidance regarding an allegation. This indicates the childminder did not comply fully with this requirement.

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provision

The childminder is beginning to use self-evaluation to identify ways to improve his provision and is aware of his strengths and weaknesses. He is committed and actively strives to promote better learning opportunities for children. The childminder has developed suitable relationships with parents and discusses the care of their child and the daily activities that they participate in. Parents show satisfaction in relation to how their children are settling in and state that their children enjoy coming to the childminder. An informative notice board and regular newsletters give them access to their children's menus and daily activities. The childminder understands about sharing information between settings when children attend more than one provision. However, there is scope for further development in establishing effective working relationships in order to promote children's learning and development.

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The Childcare Register

The requirements for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are

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The requirements for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are

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To meet the requirements of the Childcare Register the provider must:

 implement the written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse or neglect (Arrangements for safeguarding children)  implement the written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse or neglect (Arrangements for safeguarding children).

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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 action. 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 EY439871 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 905119 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Telephone number

set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: 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, which are usually the childminder’s 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

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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