Childminder in Stockport

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 February 2015 28 January 2011

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is good

 The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and plans a broad range of activities which ensure children make good progress in their learning, ready for school.  The childminder uses good techniques to teach children and encourages them to remain motivated and interested.  There is a good system of observations, assessments and monitoring in place, taking into account children's next steps, which informs future planning.  The childminder takes into account the wishes of parents with regards to children's personal and intimate care routines.  There are frequent outings to the park where children access large apparatus to encourage them to build on their physical development ready for their future learning.  The childminder praises children constantly. She gives cuddles and comfort to children, which supports their personal, social and emotional development.  The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding. She recognises signs and

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This provision is good

symptoms of abuse and knows who to contact in the event of a disclosure.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children do not always have good opportunities to focus on their early reading skills. For example, by observing print in the indoor and outdoor environment.  There are missed opportunities for the childminder to enhance her knowledge of good practice by attending regular training that builds on her professional development.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 focus children's early reading skills in more detail. For example, by giving children greater exposure to written print in the indoor and outdoor environment  gain further understanding of good practice by attending more regular trainings to improve professional development.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector toured the areas the childminder is registered to use in her home.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching and the impact this has on children's learning, both inside and outdoors.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and looked at relevant documentation, such as the setting's self-evaluation and evidence of the suitability of people who live in the household.  The inspector took into account the views of the children and parents.

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who attend. This is good

Children have good opportunities to learn and develop. They are fully supported by the childminder who plans daily activities, which are fun and interesting. Children have good opportunities to build on their early language skills as the childminder speaks appropriately with them. Babies build on their walking skills in the childminder's home as she provides resources which encourage movement. The childminder extends children's vocabulary and repeats words so that children learn the correct pronunciation. She teaches children effective learning strategies to ensure children make good progress towards their next steps in all areas of learning. Parents receive the support required to ensure that children settle well when they first attend the setting. The childminder records children's stage of development when they first start and uses photographs and observations to inform her planning. However, there are missed opportunities for children to focus on developing

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who attend. This is good

their early reading skills to the maximum potential. This is because there is not enough print on display in the indoor or outdoor environment.

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good

The childminder has a good relationship with the children in her care. She recognises when they feel tired or sad, and uses appropriate support to encourage them. At lunchtimes, very young children develop good independence skills as the childminder encourages them to feed themselves. The childminder takes children to local toddler groups and the library where they have opportunities to build on their social skills by engaging with other children their age. Children gain confidence as they play alongside each other, knowing the childminder is in the vicinity, if required. They learn to take turns and to share, and gain vital personal skills ready for school. Children go out in the fresh air daily and walk to the park to feed the ducks. Consequently, the childminder promotes children's good health and positive self-esteem to support their emotional well-being.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding and how to keep children protected. She ensures her home is checked for hazards and that these are made safe for children. All people, over 16-years-old, who live in the house, are checked for their suitability to be in contact with children. The childminder records vital data, which ensures she has the statutory information required to mind children. She evaluates her practice and highlights areas for improvement. However, the childminder does not attended regular training to improve her knowledge and continue her professional development. In spite of this, she builds networks with other childminders to exchange good practice. She has strong partnerships in place, for example, she works with local schools to aid the transition for older children to formal learning. Furthermore, she has a good understanding of the support agencies available if she feels a child is not making good

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provision is good

progress in their learning. As a result, children receive a good, balanced level of education in a safe and secure environment.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 306899 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 818791 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 28 January 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1988. She lives in the Cheadle area of Stockport, Cheshire. The setting is open, Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. Children use a living/dining room downstairs and a bathroom is available upstairs. There is an enclosed rear garden for outside play.

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Telephone number

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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Telephone number

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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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

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