Childminder EY477410

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 April 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 and assistants have a good understanding of how children learn. They effectively plan and offer children a varied menu of activities to support their learning and development.  Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder regularly consults with them and encourages them to be part of their children's learning. They share valuable information to aid ongoing development and to allow the childminder to incorporate their children's interests into play.  The childminder is well qualified and ensures both herself and her assistants keep up to date with current legislation and requirements. This helps to support good outcomes for children in their care.  The childminder has high expectations of all children. They are progressing well in their learning and are suitably challenged to extend their skills. This enables them to confidently move to the next stage in their development.

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This provision is good

 The childminder has created a welcoming and stimulating environment for children to learn and develop in. They are safe and secure and have built strong bonds with the childminder, her assistants and other children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 There are, on occasions, missed opportunities to extend children's learning further as questions asked are not always responded to.  Babies, sometimes, lose focus during group activities which results in them becoming distracted.

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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 questioning skills that help to extend children's thinking and learning  consider alternative ways to engage babies in group activities.

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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 looked at relevant documentation, such as policies and procedures, children's learning portfolios, shared diaries and checked the suitability of the childminder, assistants and the childminder's family.  The inspector spoke to the childminder, her assistants and children at appropriate times during the inspection and took into account the written views of parents.  The inspector and childminder carried out a joint observation of children participating in a planned activity.  The inspector toured the areas of the childminder's home used for childminding purposes.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder and her assistants are clear about local procedures should they have any concerns about children in their care. Detailed policies and procedures are in place to help keep children safe from harm. Risk assessments are in place for all areas that children and families come into contact with to enable to childminder to minimise risks. Overall, the childminder successfully reflects on her provision and has sought the views of her assistants and parents to drive forward future improvements. Assistants are monitored regularly to ensure they are clear about their roles and responsibilities. The quality of their teaching is effective and provides good outcomes for children. The childminder and assistants have undertaken training to support children's development and well-being. Children's achievements are closely monitored. This helps to mould activities in order to progress their development and to allow any gaps

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The quality of teaching is good. The childminder and her assistants know children in their care well. They use this knowledge to plan and adapt activities to meet their needs and interests. This is further extended by carefully selected activities, such as weekly singing and rhyme sessions. These help support children in developing their social skills, understanding the world around them and language acquisition. Children enjoy singing, dancing and using props to participate. Children enjoy extended story time. For example, they explore the tale of the little pigs through making a straw house and experimenting with resources to re-enact the story in their own way. This supports their imagination and creativity. The childminder is supporting children's preparations for starting school. She provides a range of uniforms in the role play area to allow familiarisation. They participate in circle time and are also learning early writing skills to enable a smooth transition.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children behave well and are learning about the consequences of their actions. They play well together and enjoy each other's company. Babies are beginning to learn about right and wrong through clear boundaries set by the consistent approach from the childminder and her assistants. Children's emotional well-being is supported well by the enormous amount of praise offered. Children enjoy having cuddles and interaction with the childminder and her assistants. Healthy lifestyles are promoted well. Children understand how to manage their own personal needs. They prepare their own lunches and discuss the healthy options on offer which allow them to have a nutritious balanced diet. This is complemented by the well-resourced outdoor environment where children get daily exercise and fresh air.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are well settled, confident and active learners. They are learning valuable life skills, such as how to keep themselves safe and be independent. Children are prepared for the next stage in their learning, including their move to nursery or school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY477410 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 972167 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 4 Total number of places 9 Number of children on roll 19

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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 Burnage, Greater Manchester. She has two assistants. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 6.

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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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