Childminder in Manchester

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 September 2016 17 June 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

 The childminder has improved her practice since the last inspection. She now has a sound understanding of how to support children who speak English as an additional language. She is clear on how to work in partnership with other settings that children attend. She reflects on the effectiveness of activities to establish what she needs to improve or develop.  Children develop lovely friendships with the childminder and thoroughly enjoy her interaction. The childminder is an extremely friendly, warm and relaxed person. Parents and carers comment on this and that the childminder's home is always welcoming and positive.  The childminder effectively helps children to learn through play. She encourages children to lead their play. As she joins in she explains what she is doing and encourages children to comment. She uses questions and instructions to support learning and to establish whether children are secure in their knowledge.

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This provision is good

 The childminder organises the environment well. She manages her risk assessment so that younger children access toys that are age-appropriate to promote their safety. She makes good use of the space so that children of all ages can play safely and comfortably.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not fully developed her partnership with parents and carers. She does not always gather enough information about children's learning at home, when they first start or on an ongoing basis.  The childminder's professional development is not focused well enough on raising the quality of the provision to a higher level.

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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 partnership with parents and carers to gather more information about children's learning at home that informs the assessment of children's learning  enhance professional development that develops the quality of teaching further and ensures the best possible outcomes for children.

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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 discussed the planning of activities with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of adults living on the premises.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's training certificates.  The inspector took account of written feedback from parents and carers.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is knowledgeable about the signs and indicators of abuse and neglect. She is clear on the action she will take if she has any concerns about children in her care. She has a clear policy on the use of mobile phones and cameras in her setting. The childminder makes regular checks on children's learning so that she can plan to support any gaps. The childminder makes good use of ideas from other childcare providers to refine her own practice. The childminder provides a good level of information for parents and carers about children's care and activities they have enjoyed. Parents and carers value the quality of the information, which enables them to talk to their children about their day.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a sound knowledge and understanding of how children learn. She provides effective support to help children to build on what they already know. As the childminder joins in with a drawing activity she provides good quality interaction. She supports children to look through books to help them to choose what to draw. She describes the features of her own picture, using different vocabulary as well as mathematical language to support children's learning. The childminder also encourages children's contributions and comments about what she is doing. The childminder effectively supports children's imagination. She encourages children to decide what to make during a play dough activity. As they make models of their family, she engages them in discussions to support their understanding of the world. The childminder shares information with parents and carers about what children are learning next so that they can

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder helps children to learn important values; they work together as a team to complete an activity and respect others by listening during conversations. She helps children to recognise the expectations, for example, taking turns to play with popular toys. The childminder plans effective support to help children to feel comfortable as they prepare to move on to other settings. The childminder supports children's understanding of how to stay safe when they are out and about. She has clear rules that she explains to children so they know what to do.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning. They develop the skills they need in preparation for school. Children fully immerse themselves in play. They maintain their attention and interest for a very long time. They listen, think and respond well to questions and comments. They show curiosity in how things work and enjoy exploring the different equipment. They listen and carefully follow the childminder's guidance and instructions.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY377476 Local authority Derby, City of Inspection number 1044019 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 17 June 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2008 and lives in Spondon, Derby. She operates during term time, from 7.30am to 6.30pm, 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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