Childminder in Trafford

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 25/09/2014 23/04/2009

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: 3 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

 Teaching is good because the childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. She plans interesting activities based on the children's interests, which ensures they make good progress.  The childminder has robust procedures in place to keep children safe. She conducts detailed risk assessments and daily checks of her home and outings.  The childminder is enthusiastic and shows a strong sense of commitment to continually developing her practice to improve learning outcomes for children.  Strong partnerships with parents are established and they communicate well to promote children's learning. As a result, children are well supported.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 There is scope to extend the opportunities children have to learn about living things and how they grow.

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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 inside and in the garden.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records and planning documentation.  The inspector took account of the views of parents from questionnaires.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at the provider's self-evaluation form and checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other adults in the household.

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Information about the setting

The childminder was registered in 2008 and is on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She lives with her adult son in a house, in the Flixton area of Trafford. The whole of the ground floor, bathroom on the first floor and the front garden are used for childminding. The family has a pet dog. The childminder attends a toddler group and activities at the local children's centre. She visits the shops and park on a regular basis. She collects children from the local schools. There are currently four children on roll, one of whom is in the early years age group and attend for a variety of sessions. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. She is a member of Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years.

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

 extend the opportunities children have to learn about living things and how they grow, for example, by planting herbs and vegetables.

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who attend

The childminder's quality of teaching is good. This is because she is aware of what interests the children have and identifies their next steps, to offer exciting opportunities to develop their curiosity. For example, she extends their interest in snails by sharing information books about minibeasts. As a result, children have fun in their learning and acquire the skills they need to be ready for their next stage of learning. Children's learning and development is supported well through engaging successfully with parents. Parents are involved in children's initial assessment and the childminder takes time to get to know the children. The childminder carefully observes children's play to understand their current stage of development. She then assesses their level of learning and plans according to their individual needs. As a result of the continuity between home and the setting, the children progress quickly.

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who attend

Children's language development is weaved in to activities that interest and excite them. Children enthusiastically explore the environment with the childminder. She talks to the children about what they are doing during activities, speaking slowly and repeating words back to children correctly to support their language skills. Children are keen to be involved and have access to a range of resources covering all areas of learning. The childminder supports children's mathematical development by encouraging them to count groups of objects while they are playing. She models the language of shape and size to support them to begin to have an understanding of shape and measure. Children show excellent concentration skills and are engaged for long periods of time in activities. They are very interested in exploring natural objects and creatures in her garden. For example, the children are fascinated with snails and, subsequently, the childminder encourages them to

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who attend

talk about their appearance and what they are doing. Consequently, children are making excellent progress as they are engaged and interested. The children have some opportunities to learn about how things grow, by planting some bulbs in the garden; however, there is scope to further extend these opportunities they have to learn about living things and how they grow.

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who attend

Children make good progress physically. They enjoy climbing, sliding and playing on wheedled toys in the garden. They use a range of tools, such as pencils independently and enjoy the challenge of peeling stickers of sheets of paper. The childminder communicates with parents verbally on a daily basis. The childminder encourages parents to regularly look at their own children's learning files. She has completed the progress check for children between the ages of two-and-three years, and shared this with parents. This supports the children to plan their next steps in learning.

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

Children have formed warm and secure relationships with the childminder. The childminder gathers information about children's likes, dislikes and care routines from parents when they begin. As a result, she has a good understanding of each child's individual needs and preferences. For example, she is aware of when young children are tired and are ready for sleep. Flexible and affective settling-in procedures are tailored to each child and make the gradual transition from their home to hers a positive experience. This promotes children's feelings of safety and they settle quickly in the childminder's care. The childminder has built positive relationships with other providers where children attend; for example, the local schools. These arrangements help to ensure that children receive consistency in their care and learning as they move from one setting to the next.

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

The childminder encourages the children to get lots of fresh air and develop healthy lifestyles. They go out into the garden and walk to various parks within the local area. Children show a keen interest in mini beasts. For example, they pick up snails and are curious about how they move and what they eat. This all contributes to their physical development. Children's understanding of keeping themselves safe is promoted as they learn the importance of road safety. The childminder provides a varied range of meals and snacks, which contributes to children's understanding of the importance of a healthy diet. Children have opportunities to do things for themselves, such as feeding themselves and climbing the stairs independently, this supports them to learn to be independent. Personal care needs are met well by the childminder, as she ensures she supports children to wash their hand independently and use the toilet.

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

Children's behaviour is good. This is because the childminder skilfully distracts younger children and ensures they are engaged and interested. She acts as a positive role model and is calm and sensitive in her approach. This means that children quickly learn right from wrong and what is expected of them. Children receive lots of praise and encouragement from the childminder. This has a positive impact on children's confidence and self-esteem and encourages them to feel good about what they do. Children's social skills are enhanced as they regularly attend toddler groups where they have the opportunity to socialise with other children. This helps prepare them for the transition to school.

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provision

The childminder has a good awareness of the safeguarding procedures and knows how to protect children in her care. She has recently completed safeguarding training and knows the signs and symptoms of abuse, and has procedures to follow if she has any concerns about children in her care. The childminder has a current paediatric first-aid certificate and, therefore, has an up-to-date knowledge. The childminder is very conscientious about the safety of children and conducts frequent detailed risk assessments of her home and before every outing. She completes daily checks to ensure her home is safe and hazard free. Consequently, children are cared for in a secure environment that promotes their welfare.

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provision

The childminder has good knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She monitors and tracks children's progress well and has a good awareness of children's interests, skills and abilities. As a result, children make good progress in their learning. The childminder has made good progress since her last inspection and, now, carries out self-evaluation and reflects on her practise. Parent's completed questionnaires, which enable her to take their views into account when evaluating her practise. She is enthusiastic and has plans to improve her practise by reading books and attending more courses.

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provision

Partnerships with parents are well established. Polices are shared with parents on entry and daily verbal discussions take place. Parent's comments are very positive. They mention that their children are happy and confident in her care. The childminder has established good relationships with the local schools and verbal discussion ensures continuity in care and support for older children.

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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 Requires improvement The provision is not giving children a good standard of early years education and/or there are minor breaches of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. We re-inspect nurseries and pre-schools judged as requires improvement within 12 months of the date of inspection. 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

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Grade Judgement Description

is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be monitored and inspected again within six months of the date of this inspection. Met There were no children present at the time of the inspection. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not met There were no children present at the time of the inspection. 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 EY383273 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 878883 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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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

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