Childminder in Trafford

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17 July 2015 11 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

 Planning is effective. The childminder provides a range of activities based on accurate observations and children's next steps, in order to support them to make good progress in all areas of learning.  The childminder promotes good behaviour well. She sensitively intervenes as young children learn to share and take turns, and supports them to understand the feelings and ideas of others.  Children are developing good communication skills and are frequently given opportunities to share their thoughts and make choices about their experiences. This helps to enhance children's language, independence and enjoyment.  Parents are complimentary about the childminder and the quality of care that their children receive. They receive regular feedback about the activities that their child has participated in and their progress.  The childminder demonstrates a strong commitment to promoting high-quality provision. She has completed a number of courses designed to improve her provision

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This provision is good

and professional knowledge. This has a positive impact on the environment and the learning experiences which she offers the children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always use the information gained from parents, when children first start at the setting, to inform her initial assessments.  Occasionally, the childminder misses opportunities for children to build on their existing mark-making and mathematical 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

 use all the information provided by parents about what children can do at home when they start at the setting, in order to inform initial assessments  strengthen opportunities for children to practise their mark-making and mathematical skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and interactions between the childminder and children.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records, planning documentation and a selection of policies and procedures.  The inspector viewed the areas used for childminding.  The inspector looked at evidence of the suitability of the childminder and household members, and discussed her methods for self-evaluation.  The inspector undertook a joint observation with the childminder.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder is well qualified and her teaching is good. She observes and assesses each child, in order to effectively identify their individual achievements and their next stage in learning, and to monitor their progress. However, information provided by parents about their child's abilities when they start is not used to inform her initial assessments. The childminder has an in-depth knowledge of each child and how to engage them. She also demonstrates a good understanding of how to plan and provide a broad range of appropriate activities which are interesting and meet the needs of children. Through her interactions and conversations with children, the childminder offers positive, nurturing support to help them to develop into sociable and confident learners. They are involved and motivated to learn from the opportunities the childminder provides them. This contributes towards children making good progress and they are well prepared for the

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who attend. This is good

next stage in their learning and development.

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good

Children are happy, confident and settled. The childminder is calm, has a positive and consistent manner and provides a welcoming environment. This contributes towards children being willing to have a go at new experiences and supports their emotional well- being. The childminder gathers information about children's routines and preferences when they start with her. This helps her to ensure that their individual needs are met, they settle well and form secure attachments with her. Children understand the childminder's high expectations of them. They respond positively to the opportunities she provides to express their opinions and develop their independence. This helps to build their confidence, self-esteem and positive attitudes towards others. The children follow good health and hygiene routines. They enjoy opportunities to be active and eat healthy snacks and meals. This helps to promote their good health.

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provision is good

The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She understands how the experiences she provides for children support all areas of their learning and development. The childminder is secure in her knowledge and understanding of child protection and all aspects of current safeguarding responsibilities. This helps to protect children well and keep them safe from harm. The childminder is naturally reflective of her practice. She demonstrates a strong commitment to improving her professional knowledge and the quality of her provision, in order to provide the best possible experiences for every child. She is aware of her strengths and identifies areas for development to continue to improve her home environment and learning opportunities for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 318513 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 872054 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 11 March 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1999 and lives in Stretford, Manchester. She operates Monday to Friday between 7.30am and 6pm during term time and works part time during school holidays. The childminder has a National Vocational Qualification at Level 3 and holds Early Years Professional status. She receives funding for early education for three- and four-year-old children.

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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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