Childminder in Trafford

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 July 2016 21 May 2014

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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

 Since the last inspection, the childminder has made a number of successful changes that have improved the quality of her provision and children's outcomes.  Overall, the childminder, and her recently appointed assistant, reflect on the quality of their provision well. They are committed to providing the best possible early years experiences. They evaluate their practice when planning future improvements.  The childminder and her assistant monitor children's progress closely. They use this information to plan challenging next steps and identify any gaps in children's learning. This helps to ensure children make good progress.  Children are well settled and develop strong attachments with the childminder. She treats them with affection, encouraging them to make their own decisions and choices. This greatly supports their emotional well-being.  Parents are regularly informed about their child's progress. They are offered advice and

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This provision is good

suggestions about how they can enhance their child's learning at home. Parents value the service provided by the childminder and her assistant.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Parents are not given enough opportunities to be actively involved in evaluating the quality of the provision.  Sometimes, children are not given enough time to think and respond, when asked questions, to extend their learning.

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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

 develop ways to regularly seek and use the views of parents that help identify priorities for improvement  improve questioning skills that help provide children with enough time to think and respond.

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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 and childminder jointly evaluated an activity provided.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of the suitability of the childminder and her assistant.  The inspector spoke to a small group of parents during the inspection and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder can identify the signs and symptoms of abuse. She knows who to contact should she have concerns about the welfare of a child. The childminder regularly checks her home for potential hazards and takes appropriate steps to ensure any risk to children is minimised. The childminder and her assistant work closely together. They observe each other and talk about how they can support children to make good progress in their learning. Regular opportunities for professional development ensure that the knowledge and skills of the childminder, and her assistant, are up to date. The childminder monitors the work of her assistant well.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is aware of the interests children have. She uses this knowledge to plan activities which engage children and promote their learning further. She effectively supports children's physical, social and communication skills. The childminder talks to children as they play. She describes what they are doing and introduces new and exciting words. For example, as young children play with toy vehicles, the childminder uses words, such as ambulance and juggernaut to describe the differences between the two vehicles. The childminder gently encourages children to write. For instance, she supports children to identify letters and write their name on balloon models they have made. Children recognise numbers as they play and are encouraged to count in a range of everyday situations. For example, children carefully count the different pieces of fruit they use when making fruit kebabs. Improvements made to the observation and assessment of children's

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

progress help the childminder and her assistant plan appropriately challenging next steps for children.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a warm, welcoming and well-resourced environment. She uses daily routines and activities to promote children's independence and encourage them to make their own choices. The childminder is an effective role model for children. She consistently manages their behaviour well. The childminder effectively supports children to understand when some behaviours are not acceptable. She gently helps them to understand the consequences of their actions. The childminder is sensitive to the needs and feelings of children and is always on hand to offer reassurance should it be needed. The childminder understands the importance of fresh air and exercise. Children have daily opportunities to play outdoors, in the garden and during trips to the local park. This helps them develop their physical skills.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident, active learners. They are independent, motivated and curious. Children make good progress from their starting points. They develop a range of important key skills which helps to ensure they are well prepared for the next stage in their learning. This includes their eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY462352 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 1043864 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 9 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 14

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2015 and lives in Hale, Cheshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder 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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