Walker, Diane Anderson

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 May 2015 9 March 2011

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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

 The childminder forms strong bonds with the children. She engages in good quality interactions with them and gives lots of praise and encouragement. As a result, children are happy, settled and grow in confidence.  The childminder communicates well with parents. This allows her to meet individual children's needs and to plan for their interests.  The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of how to protect and safeguard children. She has undertaken safeguarding training to strengthen her knowledge and skills. She is fully aware of what to do and who to contact if there are any concerns about a child's welfare.  The childminder attends regular training and considers feedback from parents. This supports her to reflect on her practice, maintain good standards and improve outcomes for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Younger children are not always provided enough opportunities to explore and investigate resources to extend and enhance their learning further.  The childminder does not always make the most of routine times, such as snack time, to promote children's independence.

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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

 increase younger children's opportunities to explore and investigate resources that are appropriate for their stage of development to enhance and further extend their learning  make the most of all opportunities to develop children's independence skills, for example, by encouraging children to serve themselves during mealtimes.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector toured the areas of the house used for childminding.  The inspector observed activities in the childminder's house and garden.  The inspector and childminder carried out a joint evaluation of an activity.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including policies and procedures, children's progress records, assessments and parental feedback.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder uses knowledge gained through her qualification to provide a balance of adult-led and child-initiated play, based on the current interests of the children. Older children are provided with stimulating activities to engage and focus their learning. Children have access to the indoor and outdoor area and they remain engaged in their play, learn new skills and continue to make good progress in their learning. The childminder completes precise observations and assessments to identify where children are in their development, and focused planning supports children's individual interests. However, on occasions, opportunities to enable younger children to explore creative activities for themselves are not always encouraged. The childminder uses opportune moments to support children's mathematical skills effectively, promoting their awareness of number, measure, shape and space while 'preparing dinner' in the play kitchen. They

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who attend. This is good

have engaging conversations as they play, which creates a pleasant atmosphere. The childminder is skilful in modelling vocabulary and extending children's communication and language skills through appropriate questioning, preparing children ready for their next stage in learning. The childminder provides information for parents about their children's activities and progress through daily diaries.

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good

Parents and children are invited into the childminder's home before they start. Information is gathered regarding the child's routine and starting points. This enables a smooth transition and helps to ensure children are happy and feel secure. Children have free access to a range of toys and resources to develop their independence, however, there are occasions where independence is not fully supported. For example, there are missed opportunities for children to attend to their own personal needs and to serve themselves during mealtimes. Children exert their energy in the large enclosed garden. They perfect their physical skills using the varied play equipment and learn how to take risks when climbing.

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provision is good

The childminder has a secure understanding of how to keep children safe. She regularly carries out risk assessments on the environment to keep the home safe and secure. The childminder monitors children's progress as she conducts regular observations and summaries of their learning. Through the use of online learning journals, children's progress is readily tracked enabling identification of any gaps in learning. This allows parents to contribute to their child's learning. The childminder continues to update her knowledge and understanding by continuing her professional development through training courses. She also maintains all key qualifications, such as first aid and safeguarding. As a result, the childminder demonstrates her commitment to provide a high quality service for children and their families.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY341566 Local authority Tameside Inspection number 857229 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 1 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 9 March 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder lives in Droylsden in Tameside and was registered in 2006. The childminder cares for children on weekdays from 7am to 5pm, for 51 weeks of the year. The childminder holds a qualification at level 3.

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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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