Childminder in Rochdale

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 June 2015 Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable 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 provides a relaxed and calm environment where children thrive. She has formed strong attachments with children, which helps them to feel safe and secure. The childminder is caring and attentive to children's needs. This supports their well- being, so that they are confident to explore their surroundings.  The quality of teaching is good. The childminder plans a wide range of challenging activities which capture children's interests and promote their desire to explore. Consequently, all children are highly motivated and active learners who are making good progress in their learning and development.  Parents benefit from regular feedback and make comments in their children's diaries. The childminder shares a wealth of ideas to encourage parents to be involved in their children's learning. As a result, they feel valued and fully included in their children's development.  Children follow good hygiene routines. They enjoy healthy snacks and meals, which

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This provision is good

promotes their good health.  The childminder is competent in implementing the safeguarding and welfare requirements to keep children safe from harm. The childminder knows how to recognise and report signs that may raise cause for concern.  The childminder demonstrates a strong commitment to promoting a good quality provision. She has undertaken a range of practice-based training courses, which has had a good impact on the care and learning experiences she offers children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Information regarding children's starting points in their learning is not always gained on entry. As a result, the childminder is unable to use this information to enhance her planning at the start of the child's placement.

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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

 obtain more detailed information from parents about children's existing skills in each area of learning, on entry to the setting, so that the planning of appropriate activities can be fully supported from the onset.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector carried out a tour of the premises used for childminding purposes.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection and observed play, teaching and learning opportunities.  The inspector looked at a selection of documentation, including observations and assessments of children's learning, risk assessments, safeguarding procedures, self- evaluation and children's records.  The inspector looked at suitability checks for all adults living within the home.  The inspector took into account the written views of parents.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She uses her knowledge to provide a wide range of learning opportunities based on children's interests, which cover all seven areas of learning. For example, young children are well supported as they are encouraged to explore toys and resources using their senses. They giggle with delight as they touch, taste and discover how to move things in a variety of ways. These experiences help to develop good hand-to- eye coordination. The childminder skilfully develops young children's vocabulary by encouraging their babbling through copying their sounds. She uses objects as a point of reference and repeats words back to them, so they can hear the words clearly, developing their familiarity. The childminder completes meaningful, good quality observations and assessments. She uses this information to track and plan for children's continued

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who attend. This is good

development and ensures they continue to make good progress. The childminder engages well with parents to share information about their child's progress. However, she does not fully utilise the settling-in sessions to gain initial information on children's starting points.

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good

Children are happy, settled and thrive on the love and care the childminder provides. They confidently enjoy exploring the highly stimulating environment, both indoors and outdoors. Children enjoy playing in the garden. The childminder encourages them to use a variety of resources, which promotes their all-round physical development. Good use of praise and acknowledgement, and clear boundaries and routines successfully promote children's well- being and sense of belonging. Additionally, all children are encouraged to develop their independence, which ensures they gain confidence and learn vital skills required for pre- school or school.

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provision is good

The childminder has a comprehensive understanding and knowledge about how to meet the learning and development requirements. She attends a variety of training, which further improves her existing good practice. Consequently, children are well supported to make good progress towards the early learning goals. The childminder understands the importance of self-evaluation and clearly identifies her targets for future improvement. Safeguarding policies and procedures are robust and implemented well. The childminder conducts robust risk assessments of her home. She gives high regard to children's safety when on outings and all adults living at her home are suitably vetted. Partnerships with other providers that children attend are effective. The childminder shares information to complement children's learning and to meet their individual needs.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY447805 Local authority Rochdale Inspection number 897089 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in the Shawclough area of Rochdale. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, 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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