Crossley, Nicola

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 November 2015 28 February 2012

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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

 Children form strong bonds, are happy, secure and very comfortable with the childminder. The childminder knows them very well and is very sensitive to their individual needs. This effectively supports children's emotional well-being.  The childminder plans and provides a range of resources and activities based on children's interests and their next steps in learning. This supports children to make good progress in all areas of learning.  Settling-in arrangements are used well to build positive relationships with children and their families from the start. The childminder regularly shares information with parents about children's progress and their daily activities. She encourages parents to support their child's ongoing learning and development at home.  Children enjoy opportunities to be physically active. They have daily access to the outdoor area and enjoy local trips to parks. The childminder supports children to

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This provision is good

develop good hygiene practices and offers a range of healthy snacks and meals. This helps to promote children's good health.  Children are supported to develop their independence, for example, the childminder encourages them to manage age-appropriate tasks.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently use opportunities to help children develop their social skills further.  The childminder sometimes misses opportunities to model language and extend conversations to promote children's critical-thinking skills and language development further.

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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

 support children's use of good social skills further, so that they begin to consider and respect the needs and views of others  maximise opportunities to model language and to extend conversations that promote children's thinking and communication skills to support them to make even better progress.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and interactions between the childminder and children throughout the inspection.  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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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The well-qualified childminder is well organised and ensures that her policies and procedures are regularly reviewed. She effectively implements her welfare, health and safety policies to maintain an environment that is safe. Children regularly practise fire drills so that they know what to do in an emergency situation. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of the procedures to follow should she be concerned about the welfare of a child. The childminder shows a good commitment to training and improvement. Since her last inspection, she has completed a level 3 qualification and implemented a self-evaluation process, which includes the views of parents and children. The childminder regularly meets with other childminders and early years professionals to share information that improves the outcomes for children and raises the quality of her practice. This helps to ensure her

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

professional knowledge is current and her provision meets the needs of children who attend.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

When children first start with the childminder, she works effectively with parents to gather information about children's preferences, routines and abilities. The childminder tracks and monitors children's progress from their starting points. She accurately identifies any areas where they may be less secure in their development. The childminder is fully aware of the requirement to complete the progress check for children aged between two and three years. The quality of teaching is good and the childminder knows the children well. She plans activities based on their interests and children enjoy exploring the environment. The childminder gently supports children's learning through her positive interactions with them. She motivates children to access a range of resources which support their natural curiosities. This helps children make good progress and gain the skills they need for future learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are very happy and settled in the childminder's care. She establishes nurturing and caring relationships with the children in her well-resourced home. They enjoy her cuddles and consistent reassurance. This helps children feel secure, develop their confidence as independent learners, and effectively supports and prepares children for their next stage of learning. Children are encouraged to make choices about their care and play experiences. This helps to develop children's engagement and enjoyment. The childminder is kind and respectful to all children. She sensitively intervenes and mostly helps young children learn to share and be considerate towards others. Children are supported to understand the diverse world in which they live. The childminder provides a range of opportunities to help children understand about different people and communities. For example, the regularly attend a range of community play settings.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress and are working within the range of development that is typical for their age. They are well prepared for future learning and for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY421252 Local authority Rochdale Inspection number 852199 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 6 Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 28 February 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in January 2011 and lives in Middleton, Manchester. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a qualification in childcare 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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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