Childminder in Stockport

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 quality of teaching is good. The childminder plans a range of learning experiences for children. Regular, precise observations and assessments are completed which support the planning for children's next steps. All children make good progress in their learning.  The childminder knows children well. She takes into consideration their individual interests and learning styles. Children are inquisitive learners and concentrate well during planned activities.  Children form close relationships with the childminder. They enjoy cuddles and frequently seek her out for reassurance during the day.  The childminder makes good use of professional networking to ensure that she is up to date with current legislation and practice. She meets regularly with other childminders to share best practice.  Self-evaluation is accurate. The childminder regularly reflects on her practice to help her achieve better outcomes for all children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not fully explore opportunities to focus her professional development on extending her teaching skills in areas to most benefit children.  Children do not always gain an understanding of the diversity of people in the wider world, beyond their immediate family.

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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

 focus more precisely on a targeted programme of professional development to help raise the quality of teaching to an even higher level.  strengthen opportunities for children to gain an understanding of the diversity of people in the wider community.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's learning records, assessment documents and a selection of policies and procedures, and discussed self-evaluation.  The inspector took account of the views of parents, as recorded in written reference letters and questionnaires.  The inspector completed a joint observation of an activity with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is knowledgeable about child protection procedures. She is clear about her responsibility to help ensure that children are safe. A range of risk assessments is in place, which helps minimise risks within the home and on trips out. The childminder has developed good relationships with parents. She shares a range of information, such as her policies and procedures, which helps parents understand about the service she provides. Parents and children contribute towards the development of the provision. For example, they are asked, in the form of a questionnaire, what they would like to see improve or change. The childminder monitors children's development well. She exchanges regular information with parents and understands the importance of sharing her assessments with other professionals to help further support children's learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder gathers a range of information from parents during settling-in visits. This helps contribute towards initial assessments and children's starting points. Regular changes are made to activities to ensure that all children's learning needs are met. For example, boxes with textured materials and objects are made to help support children who prefer sensory play. Children's language and communication skills are supported well. The childminder interacts well with children and facilitates discussions during play. This is one way she supports good conversational skills. Children talk about where spiders live and search outside to see if they have come down the water spout. They create models of bugs while the childminder asks a wealth of effective questions to extend their learning further. Children's mathematical skills are developing well. Children enjoy counting the number of legs on the bugs and experiment with shape and size as they fit them into

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are confident and happy in the setting. The environment is homely and inviting. The childminder acts as a good role model. She is calm and offers a positive, consistent approach which helps support children's well-being. Good behaviour is promoted through positive attention and praise. The childminder makes her expectations for behaviour clear through consistent messages which are shared with parents, to support continuity of care. Children take turns in choosing songs to sing. They form close relationships and respect each other. They develop an understanding of the importance of healthy lifestyles. A varied menu of snacks and meals is offered to children. Children choose what to have on their sandwiches and help themselves to a range of fruit. A variety of equipment in the garden, such as bicycles and scooters, helps children develop their physical skills.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. They develop well and build the skills needed for future learning and their move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY475766 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 968564 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10

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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 Gately. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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