Childminder EY217900

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 August 2016 5 March 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 shows a strong capacity to improve. Since her last inspection, she has worked consistently with other professionals and acted on the views of parents and children. She has successfully addressed all actions and recommendations raised.  Children form strong attachments to the childminder and are happy and well settled in her care. Children are learning about what is expected of them. They are kind, caring and behave well.  The childminder uses good strategies to promote children's speech. She repeats what children say, introduces new vocabulary and acknowledges their efforts when they use more difficult words. Children make good progress in this area of learning.  The childminder has developed effective partnerships with parents, who are fully involved in plans for their children's learning. These contribute to children's sense of security and their learning needs are well met.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children have less opportunities to handle and enjoy books spontaneously during their play to help further extend their literacy development.  The childminder does not manage resources in the most effective way to help children know what opportunities are available to them, so that they can make even greater independent choices and lead their own play.

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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

 display books to help enhance children's literacy development and provide even greater opportunities for them to select, handle and share books spontaneously during their play  increase children's awareness of the toys, resources and opportunities that are available to them, in order for them to have even greater chances to make independent choices and lead their own play.

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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 completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation, such as policies and procedures, the self-evaluation and evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other household members.  The inspector took account of the views of parents as recorded in recent letters, cards and written parental questionnaires.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has updated her knowledge in relation to safeguarding and child protection. She is knowledgeable about local safeguarding policies and has effective procedures in place to support her good practice. The childminder's self-evaluation is effective. She rigorously identifies her strengths and areas for further development. She is fully committed to her ongoing professional development and attends regular training to help update her knowledge, skills and practice. For example, she attended training to support her in observing, assessing and planning activities to help children move on to the next stage of development. This has helped contribute to improved outcomes for children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. She knows children well and plans effectively for their learning. She uses information gained from observations and assessments to focus on what children need to learn next. The childminder's teaching is good. She interacts well with children and sensitively joins in their play. She extends their enjoyment and imagination during their role play games. She uses questions well to provoke children's thoughts and ideas. Children enjoy activities where they experiment and investigate with blocks, colours and marks. For example, outdoors, children mix water and colours together and use writing tools to make marks. These experiences help to promote children's physical development and provide good opportunities for them to practise their pre-writing skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder knows children and their family well. Settling-in arrangements are effective and help children to develop the confidence to freely explore her home. Children develop well in their personal, social and emotional development. For example, during visits to various toddler groups, children develop secure friendships and enjoy socialising with others. The childminder effectively promotes children's health and physical well- being. Children enjoy healthy meals and snacks. They have regular opportunities for fresh air and exercise. Overall, children are developing independence in undertaking tasks for themselves, such as putting on their shoes and helping to apply sun cream. These opportunities help to prepare children for their future learning.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making good progress in their learning. They become confident in their own abilities and enjoy trying new things. Children develop their early mathematical skills during play. They develop skills for problem solving, counting and making predictions. Children are developing the key skills to support their next stage of learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY217900 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 1050850 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 5 March 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2009 and lives in Stockport, Cheshire. She operates all year round from 8am 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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