Childminder EY476195

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 February 2016 Not applicable

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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

 The childminder provides children with a broad range of stimulating experiences. She takes into account children's different learning styles and interests when providing activities. The childminder frequently observes children to identify and address any early gaps in their learning. Monitoring of the good progress that children make is precise.  Effective partnerships with parents have been established. Parental involvement in their children's learning is highly valued and well promoted. The childminder works closely with parents to form accurate assessments of children's learning and development. She keeps them well informed about their children's progress and next steps in learning.  Children form strong attachments with the childminder and her assistant. Constant praise and encouragement is given to children for their efforts and achievements. This helps to promote their emotional well-being. Children demonstrate good levels of

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This provision is good

confidence and self-esteem.  The childminder's home is a warm, safe and stimulating environment with a dedicated playroom. Children's artwork is displayed, which helps to promote a good sense of belonging.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not yet established highly effective partnership working with other providers, to help promote a more collaborative approach to children's learning and development.  The childminder has not yet developed an effective programme of professional development for her assistant. She has not fully reflected on ways to improve his knowledge, understanding and practice, to raise the quality of his teaching to even higher levels.

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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

 improve partnerships with other settings children also attend and share detailed information about their development  develop an ongoing programme of professional development for the assistant, to help improve the quality of his teaching even further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed a planned activity with the assistant and jointly evaluated this with the childminder.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all household members and the childminder's qualifications. She also looked at her risk assessments, policies and procedures.  The inspector held conversations with the childminder, assistant and children throughout the inspection.  The inspector spoke to a small sample of parents during the inspection and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder is well qualified and experienced. She has updated her knowledge and childcare practices through her attendance at meetings, by accessing various online courses and through discussion with other professionals. The childminder carries out daily risk assessments of the areas where children play and learn. She uses detailed policies and procedures to help ensure she effectively promotes children's safety and well-being. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder and her assistant have completed safeguarding and first-aid training. They are fully aware of their responsibilities and the procedures to follow should they have concerns about a child in their care. The childminder evaluates the service that she provides to identify improvements and enhance the outcomes for children. She considers the views of parents and children when making changes to her practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder and her assistant know children well. They engage them effectively during activities and follow their individual interests. Children are enthusiastic learners. They learn through sensory experiences, such as discovering the properties of cooked noodles and coloured rice. They become highly engaged as they fill and empty containers. The childminder and her assistant skilfully support children's mathematical development. For example, they introduce words such as full and empty during children's play. Children are encouraged to count the circles that they draw when learning outside. This helps them to learn about mathematical concepts, such as volume and capacity, and develop early counting skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder and her assistant effectively encourage children's good behaviour. They are positive role models and successfully promote children's care, consideration and respect for each other. The childminder teaches children to manage their personal needs, such as getting dressed and washing their hands. This helps to prepare them for when they begin to attend school. Children learn about the importance of staying safe and following a healthy lifestyle. For example, they are reminded to be careful when using resources during play activities and when using a step to access the garden. Children enjoy healthy snacks and daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. These help to promote their physical development and well-being. Children are given age-appropriate opportunities to develop their independence skills. They enjoy the responsibility of undertaking small tasks. For example, children help to tidy away toys before lunchtime.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder helps children to understand and value diversity. They are encouraged to celebrate different cultural festivals and learn about the world around them.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children with special educational needs are supported well. The childminder works closely with parents and professionals to provide tailored support to help to ensure that any gaps in learning are narrowing. Children are developing the key skills they need for their next stages in learning and eventual move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY476195 Local authority Wigan Inspection number 973793 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 3 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in Abram, Wigan. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 4 and supports children with special educational needs. She works with an assistant.

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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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Telephone number

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