Childminder in Trafford

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 February 2015 14 May 2012

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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

 Children are happy and enjoy their time spent with the childminder. This is because attachments are secure. The childminder is warm, attentive and friendly, ensuring that children are emotionally reassured and their physical needs are met.  Children are kept safe because effective measures are in place to promote ongoing safety within the environment, such as stair gates, door locks, smoke alarms and risk assessments. This ensures children's well-being is effectively promoted.  The childminder has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She skilfully follows children's interests and provides a good range of challenging activities. As a result, children are excited and engaged in their learning and progress is good. Children are well prepared for their next steps in learning and school.  The childminder is a good role model and promotes positive behaviour. Praise and

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This provision is good

encouragement are readily provided, supporting self-esteem and emotional security.  The childminder demonstrates a commitment to providing a high-quality setting. She works closely with local authority advisers and parents to identify and address priorities for improvement. The childminder is driven to improve standards and attends regular and relevant training.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, the childminder does not allow sufficient time for children to independently dress themselves, prior to intervening and assisting. Therefore, children are not always fully supported to practice and develop self-help skills.

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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

 improve the already good quality of teaching to ensure children are able to independently practise and develop self-help skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the areas of the premises used for childminding, both indoors and outside.  The inspector observed practice and interaction between the childminder and children during play.  The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including the childminder's policies, procedures and assessment records.  The inspector spoke with the childminder, children and parents at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector checked the childminder's qualifications and insurance documentation.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder provides a good range of interesting activities to promote children's learning and development across the seven areas. She takes time to listen to children and skilfully follows their interests. This helps children to engage because the programme of activities provided is tailored to individual needs and preferences. For example, during a dressing-up activity, children pretend to be soldiers. The childminder follows this interest. She sings a popular rhyming song to engage children further as they march around the room. As a result, learning is extended as children interact with each other, follow instructions and communicate well. However, occasionally the childminder prematurely intervenes, preventing children from learning independently. For example, prior to going outside, children are not encouraged to put on their coats independently and learn self- help skills. The childminder is a good role model and communicates with children using

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who attend. This is good

clear open language and questioning. Therefore, children are encouraged to think, solve problems and confidently interact with one another. Resources both indoors and outside are varied, age appropriate and well stored to maintain independent choice. Overall, children are making good progress and are well prepared for their next steps in learning, supported by quality teaching and a stimulating environment.

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good

The childminder is effective in helping children feel emotionally secure and reassured. Praise, encouragement and cuddles are frequently provided to comfort children who are upset and to build confidence. The childminder uses clear and effective strategies to manage behaviour. Children understand expectations and boundaries and behaviour is good. For example, after playing outdoors the childminder explains that it is time to tidy away and return inside. This request is followed by children, who help one another to put the car and chalks away. Children enjoy fresh air and exercise daily and are physically confident as they push and pedal bikes and trikes with ease. Procedures to promote health are fully established and children regularly wash their hands after playing outdoors and prior to meals. This reinforces children's understanding of personal hygiene.

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provision is good

The childminder is motivated to improve her service and has strategies in place to maintain ongoing improvements. For example, parent questionnaires are used to gather views of those using the service and identify strengths and weaknesses. Parents comment that the service provided is friendly and welcoming. The childminder attends training to improve her skills and practice. Training has a positive impact on the quality of care and learning provided. Settling-in procedures and daily exchanges of information ensure that partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder completes daily risk assessments and implements safety measures within the home create a safe place for children to play and learn. The childminder has a secure understanding of her responsibilities to report concerns about a child in her care. As a result, children are well protected.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY435583 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 876057 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives Stretford, Trafford. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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