Childminder in Tameside

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 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 has a secure knowledge of the seven areas of learning. This means she plans and delivers a range of challenging activities and children are supported to make good progress.  The childminder regularly engages children in discussions and conversations about family members and familiar people in their lives. This supports children's acquisition of communication and language skills as they regularly talk about life outside the setting.  The childminder knows children well. She skilfully follows their interests to ensure activities provided enthuse children in their play and learning.  Children enjoy secure relationships with the childminder. She recognises when children are upset and offers warm and genuine reassurance. Children respond well, re-engage in their play and are emotionally secure.  The childminder is calm, warm and welcoming. Children enjoy their time in a well- resourced and friendly setting. This means children are happy and ready to learn.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Information about children's progress is not fully shared with other settings children attend, such as childminders.

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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

 enhance systems for sharing children's development information with other settings they attend, in order to maximise children's progress.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas of the premises used for childminding purposes.  The inspector observed activities both inside and outdoors.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation including, policies and procedures, risk assessments and children's observation and planning information.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder completes regular observations of children and carefully plans activities to support their next steps in learning. Planning is tailored to children's interests and stage of development. Consequently, children enjoy a range of activities that are fun, age appropriate and interesting. For example, children enthusiastically scoop and pour rice between containers, developing physical coordination. The childminder extends learning by suggesting children make imaginary cakes, igniting children's excitement in their play and learning. The childminder takes time to understand children's preferences, abilities and routines when they first start attending her service. This means the childminder is well prepared to support learning and children make good progress. Overall, children enjoy a varied programme of activities, delivered by a skilled and enthusiastic childminder.

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good

Children experience fresh air and exercise daily as they enjoy regular visits to the local community or play in the childminder's garden. The childminder recognises the importance of outside play, promoting children's physical confidence. She plans a range of play activities, both inside and outdoors. The childminder is a good role model. She regularly offers praise promoting self-confidence and emotional well-being. Images of happy faces and sad faces are used as a tool to help young children understand emotions and manage their behaviour. Mealtimes are a social occasion, where the childminder sits with children and discusses a variety of topics, including healthy eating. During mealtimes, children are encouraged to prepare the table, independently select food and pour their own drinks. As a result, children develop good self-help skills.

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provision is good

The childminder has undertaken mandatory training and frequently meets with other childminders to discuss practice and share ideas. This means the childminder is consistently reviewing and improving her practice. Furthermore, the childminder uses questionnaires to obtain parents' views. This enables her to provide a service that meets the needs of those who attend. Partnerships with parents are strong. Daily diaries, informal discussion and development meetings provide written and verbal feedback for parents. Open two-way communication between home and the childminder maintains continuity in children's care and learning. However, effective procedures are not fully established to share information with other settings that children attend to promote consistency in children's learning. The childminder monitors children's progress by tracking development. As a result, she quickly identifies and addresses any gaps in children's

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provision is good

learning. Therefore, children make good progress in their learning. The childminder completes regular risk assessments of the environment, identifies hazards and implements measures to promote a safe environment.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY451735 Local authority Tameside Inspection number 908316 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 Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in Stalybridge, Cheshire. She operates from 7.30am until 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday during term time only.

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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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