Stanley, Sheryl

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 September 2015 23 March 2010

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 A professional attitude to the childminding provision means that there is a constant drive to improve. The childminder is well organised and exceeds the requirements for paperwork, which supports her in providing a high-quality service. She has also undertaken additional qualifications, which ensures she has a good understanding of child development and effective ways to teach.  The childminder uses a range of techniques when teaching children. She uses very effective questioning, demonstration and praise to produce a positive atmosphere. This supports children to make good progress in their learning. Children are motivated and enthusiastic learners, developing the key skills they need for the move on to primary education.  Children's behaviour is good. They are very kind to their friends and understand about rules and being fair to others. They are encouraged to support and not disrupt other children's learning, and work together to solve problems.

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This provision is good

 Older children are making very good progress in their communication, literacy and mathematical skills. They are very confident as they try challenging activities where they have lots of opportunities to practise and enhance their skills.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not capture all parents' views on what their children can do at home to support her planning for their next steps in learning. Also, she does not supply specific information to parents about how they can support their child's learning at home.

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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

 develop further the exchange of information with parents about what children can do at home and how they can support children's learning at home.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector had discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self-evaluation and a selection of policies and children's records.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She has a clear understanding of what would constitute a safeguarding concern and what she should do about any concerns she may have. The childminder ensures she minimises risks within the home and on trips out, so that children are protected from harm. She reviews her practice and makes plans for improvement and development. The childminder ensures she keeps up to date with changes in legislation and guidance documents. This helps her implement the latest thinking on safeguarding and welfare issues. The childminder has undertaken all required training and is enthusiastic about accessing additional courses and briefing sessions. She uses her knowledge to promote children's learning in a very effective way.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder's teaching is very good and children are making good progress in all areas of learning. Children are becoming inquisitive learners who are constantly experimenting and exploring due to the rich learning environment the childminder has provided. The childminder is extremely attentive and builds a deep understanding of children's abilities. Children are constantly challenged and supported to extend their understanding. Older children are very confident in their use of numbers and demonstrate a lot of confidence when working with letters. Children are developing a love of reading and are very articulate. Their knowledge of the world is developed through imaginative play as they rehearse everyday activities from other people's perspectives. The childminder regularly assesses children's progress and identifies areas where she needs to provide additional activities to extend their learning. However, the exchange of information with parents

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

about children's learning is less comprehensive.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are very confident and happy. The childminder praises the children's achievements and they often praise each other's efforts, producing an extremely positive atmosphere. The close relationship they build with the childminder means their emotional well-being is well supported. Children are gaining independence as they select their own activities and manage their own toileting needs. They are emotionally and physically ready for the move on to the next stage in their learning. The childminder ensures children develop a good understanding of healthy lifestyles by providing opportunities for regular exercise in the garden and local parks. Children also develop an understanding of the importance of a balanced diet.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are making good progress. Older children are ready for the move on to school. They confidently sound out words and enjoy using their writing skills. They have an excellent grasp of numbers and enjoy simple mathematical problems.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY402551 Local authority Cheshire East Inspection number 850446 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 13 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 14

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 23 March 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2009 and lives in Crewe, Cheshire. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, including bank holidays. She will work at weekends and care for children overnight if required. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She provides funded early education for two-, 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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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