Childminder EY424678

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 July 2016 3 July 2015

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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 successfully addressed the action and recommendations raised at the last inspection. For example, the childminder is now using the information gained from her observations and assessments to identify children's next steps and to plan effectively for their future learning.  The quality of teaching is good. The childminder consistently asks children a variety of meaningful questions, uses descriptive language and supports them to think and respond for themselves.  Children have formed positive and loving relationships with the childminder. The environment is fun, friendly and welcoming, which makes a good contribution to children's emotional well-being.  The childminder helps all children to make good progress from their starting points and gain a wide range of skills needed for the next stage in their learning, including school. They are independent and confident to make their own choices and develop their

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This provision is good

problem-solving skills.  Children's behaviour is good. The childminder provides children with simple explanations and clear solutions when minor disagreements occur so they fully understand the expectations.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although the childminder has developed positive relationships with parents, she does not always provide them with relevant information about how they can continue their children's learning at home.  The childminder does not make the best use of opportunities to support children to extend their awareness of culture and diversity.

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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

 extend the information provided to parents to help them guide and support their children's learning at home  enhance learning opportunities for children to gain a greater awareness of people and their faiths, traditions and beliefs.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas accessed by children.  The inspector observed play and learning opportunities for children.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at and discussed a range of records, policies and procedures with the childminder, including evidence of qualifications and the suitability of all adults living in the household.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of how to safeguard children and comfortably talks about the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child's welfare. She is fully aware of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse. Children are cared for in a safe and secure environment. The childminder carries out health and safety checks on the premises to recognise and eliminate any potential hazards. The childminder also reinforces boundaries to children and ensures they practise safety processes, including the fire evacuation procedure. The childminder uses self-evaluation to identify her current strengths and areas for future development. She has attended relevant training to update and refresh her skills and knowledge. This shows a commitment to maintaining continuous improvement.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder effectively follows and extends children's individual interests and learning needs. She completes tracking documents to ensure children are progressing well. The childminder uses this information to enable her to quickly identify and address any gaps in children's learning and development. Children's mathematical development is successfully promoted. The childminder supports children to learn about concepts including size, capacity, speed and distance, for example, as children make creations in the sand and use a selection of small-world vehicles. Children thoroughly enjoy participating in imaginary play and link their learning to real-life experiences.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children respond very well to the childminder's praise, encouragement and reassurance. Children have daily opportunities to play in the fresh air and develop their physical skills. They show delight as they access the outdoor area. Children use ride-on toys, run around energetically and scramble through the tunnels and dens. In addition, the childminder provides children with a good selection of nutritious and balanced meals and snacks and ensures they have access to drinking water at all times to remain hydrated. This successfully promotes children's awareness of healthy lifestyles. The childminder fully understands the importance of establishing relationships with local primary schools to support children with their future moves.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children demonstrate they are active learners. They remain excited and enthusiastic as they engage in focused and interesting experiences. Children talk about why things happen, for example as they explore whether different items and objects will float or sink in the water tray. The childminder involves children in regular outings in the local area to help them to explore and investigate the natural environment in which they live. Children are happy and thoroughly enjoy their time at the setting. They are encouraged by the childminder to be well mannered, kind and polite.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY424678 Local authority Tameside Inspection number 1051134 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Dukinfield, Tameside. The childminder operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Wednesday 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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