Childminder in Wigan

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 March 2015 29 April 2009

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 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 excited to learn because the childminder provides a range of stimulating activities that alert their senses. Children's participation levels are high and they learn to develop their concentration.  The childminder skilfully makes suggestions to steer the direction of play, so that she can teach children the knowledge and skills they need for their next stage in learning.  The childminder asks a range of questions to stimulate children's thinking. Children follow this model and are keen to ask their own questions to find out more.  The childminder has good behaviour strategies in place, so that children understand clear boundaries. As a result, children are very responsive to the childminder's requests and they learn about right and wrong.  The childminder's understanding of her responsibility to safeguard children is good and this is supported by her robust policies and procedures.

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This provision is good

 Good assessment systems are in place and effective partnerships with parents and other settings that children attend, support children's learning very well.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children are not always given responsibility to be independent during the preparation of activities and mealtimes.  Opportunities for older children to see and explore words in the environment are not yet fully maximised.

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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

 extend older children's early reading skills by further developing their understanding of how words carry meaning, for example, by reviewing the use of words in the learning environment  expand on opportunities for children to take more responsibility and be even more independent, for example, by helping to set the table at mealtimes.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder.  The inspector observed the childminder engage in a range of activities and care routines with the children.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and spoke with children.  The inspector looked at a selection of policies and procedures.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder is very intuitive and has a strong understanding of how children learn. For example, she introduces new vocabulary within the context of their independent play. Children are free to explore and are given time to experiment, make mistakes and test their own ideas. For example, when children investigate the properties of water, the childminder is at ease when children get themselves and their surroundings wet. Children make particularly good progress in their speaking skills. This is because the childminder uses good strategies, such as sustaining eye contact and using clear articulation when speaking with children. However, older children's reading skills are not yet fully extended because the learning environment is not rich with words. Children's mathematical understanding is well supported by the childminder. She frequently uses songs and games to practise mathematical concepts, such as keeping track of objects when counting.

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good

The childminder knows individual children well and she promptly recognises their care needs. Children are encouraged to eat healthy foods and the childminder works with parents to manage allergies. The childminder has built trusting relationships with children and they respond to her very well. She sensitively uses praise so that children recognise their achievements and they are confident in their play. The childminder is a good role model. She has lots of patience, she speaks calmly and listens to children. Children play in a safe environment and are taught to manage their own risk and learn about consequences. They enjoy the outdoors on walks and trips, as well as visiting local playgroups, which supports their physical and emotional well-being. The childminder encourages children to be independent during their play and self-care. However, she sometimes misses opportunities for children to be independent in real situations, such as

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good

in preparation for activities and mealtimes.

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provision is good

The childminder understands her responsibility to meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She has established effective strategies to settle children into her care and she has flexible procedures to prepare children for when they move to school. The childminder has introduced an effective system to monitor the coverage of the curriculum and she tracks individual children's progress. Parents and other settings that children attend contribute to children's assessment records. This good partnership working contributes to continuous learning for each individual child. The childminder observes children and she knows what to do if she identifies any gaps in children's learning. Parents speak highly of the childminder, in particular how she works to 'develop skills in line with ability rather than age'. The childminder is reflective and committed to improving her practice. Her childcare qualification and training have a strong impact on her good

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provision is good

practice. Furthermore, she engages with other childminders and the local authority adviser to support her improvement.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY320499 Local authority Wigan Inspection number 862374 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 29 April 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2006. She lives in a house in Astley, near Tyldesley. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3. The provision operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30am, Monday to Friday, except for 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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