Childminder EY362661

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 July 2016 4 February 2016

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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 has worked very hard to improve her practice since the last inspection. She has successfully addressed the actions and recommendations raised, and enhanced many other aspects of her practice.  The quality of teaching is good. The childminder effectively follows children's interests and takes account of accurate continuous assessment in order to plan challenging activities to help them make good progress. Children develop a good range of skills and attitudes that prepares them well for future learning and, eventually, school.  Children develop very close relationships with the childminder. She provides a nurturing and homely environment, which helps children develop high levels of confidence and a strong sense of emotional security.  The childminder consistently reflects on her practice and demonstrates a strong commitment to promoting good quality provision. She identifies her training needs well

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This provision is good

and attends relevant courses to improve the quality of her teaching and learning outcomes for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Partnerships have not yet been fully established with other early years settings that some children also attend.  There are fewer opportunities for children to learn about the similarities and differences between people and communities during self-chosen activities.

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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

 strengthen the links with other early years settings that some children also attend, to help promote continuity in their care, learning and development  provide a more extensive range of opportunities for children to learn about the similarities between people and communities during self-chosen activities to further extend their knowledge of the wider world.

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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 held discussions with the childminder and talked to children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector observed the childminder supporting children's play and subsequently discussed with the childminder her evaluation of the quality of teaching and learning that took place.  The inspector looked at children's records, including assessment and planning documentation and a range of other documentation, including self-evaluation and policies and procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of adults living on the premises and records of the childminder's training.  The inspector took account of the views of parents from written feedback obtained by the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a secure knowledge of the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect, who to contact and what to do in the event of a child protection concern. She keeps a close check on how well children are doing in their learning. This helps her to identify any gaps in learning and, in consultation with parents, seek out appropriate external intervention if necessary. Effective systems for planning and assessment result in children having good quality care and learning opportunities throughout the day.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a very good knowledge and understanding of the individual learning needs of the children she cares for. She makes the most of every opportunity to teach children new concepts and help them express their thoughts and ideas. Children are fascinated and excited as they discover that that some magnets stick to each other, while others do not. This prompts them to look for different objects that that they can stick the magnet to. Children are delighted as they show the childminder that the magnets will stick to the radiator, but not to a bunch of keys. The childminder's enthusiasm when interacting and playing with children helps to motivate them to learn and explore. Partnerships with parents are good. Regular exchange of information about children's achievements and parents' positive contributions to children's assessments help support children's learning at home. The childminder is always nearby to offer support and makes good use of

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

opportunities to extend children's communication and language skills. For example, she asks open-ended questions and encourages children to express their own thoughts and ideas.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are excited as they enter the childminder's home and eagerly explore the wide range of resources on offer. The childminder provides clear and consistent boundaries and teaches children the difference between right and wrong. Children are developing an appropriate understanding of acceptable behaviour for their age and that their actions have an effect on other children's feelings. The childminder uses positive praise and encouragement to promote children's self-esteem and confidence. Children are keen to try new things and persevere with tasks that at first they find difficult. The childminder ensures that children's physical and emotional needs are consistently met in order to effectively promote their self-esteem and welfare.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make consistently good progress in their levels of development. They achieve levels of development that are typical for their age. Children are motivated and confident and thoroughly enjoy learning. Older children demonstrate a secure understanding of initial sounds and are beginning to blend and segment words. They develop a wide range of skills that prepares them well for their next stage in learning, including starting school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY362661 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 1039950 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 4 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 4 February 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2008 and lives in Urmston, Manchester. She operates all year round from 7.15am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, with the exception of 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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