Childminder EY447607

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 September 2016 19 December 2012

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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 a generally good understanding of how young children learn. She follows children's interests and recognises the learning potential in their self-chosen play.  The childminder reflects on the quality of her provision, taking into account the views of parents when planning future changes.  The childminder reminds and encourages children to play cooperatively, share and use their manners. Children behave suitably well for their age.  The childminder supports children's developing communication, physical and social skills well. This helps to prepare them for what they need to learn next.  Children develop strong attachments to the childminder. She treats them with affection, strongly supporting their emotional well-being.  Parents are happy with the service offered by the childminder. They particularly value the good relationships that she has developed with their children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Strategies to gain information from parents about what their child can do at home are not fully effective.  Occasionally, the childminder asks questions which offer slightly too much challenge when extending children's 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 gather information from parents about what children are learning at home  enhance questioning skills that consistently offer an appropriate level of challenge to 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 and childminder jointly evaluated an activity provided.  The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection. She looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self-evaluation and evidence of the suitability of adults residing within the family home.  The inspector considered the views of parents in written form during the inspection.

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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 the local safeguarding policy and procedures. She knows who to contact should she have concerns about the welfare of a child. The childminder completes daily checks of the environment. She keeps children under close supervision during their play and frequently checks on those who are asleep. The childminder takes appropriate steps to ensure children remain safe and free from harm. She monitors children's progress effectively and identifies any gaps in their development through assessment. The childminder informs parents about their child's care and the activities they have enjoyed during the day. She attends training and other professional development opportunities. This helps to ensure her knowledge and skills remain up to date.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder observes children as they play in order to find out what interests them. She assesses what they can do and uses this information well to plan what they need to learn next. The childminder enthusiastically joins in with children's play. She talks about what she sees them doing. The childminder introduces new words to extend children's developing vocabulary. For example, as children explore the textures of pine cones and noodles, she introduces words, such as squidgy and prickly. Children are eager to communicate with the childminder as she values all their attempts and repeats their early words. Young children are introduced to number and enjoy songs and rhymes. Their physical skills are well supported. For example, the childminder ensures there are safe opportunities for children learning to walk to pull themselves up and balance independently.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children form close and trusting bonds with the childminder. She is always on hand to offer gentle reassurance should they need it. Children are effectively supported to manage their own care needs, relative to their age. The childminder teaches children the skills they need in order to remain healthy. For example, they learn how to wipe their own nose and wash their hands before eating. Children have good access to the childminder's garden each day. They use a variety of equipment, such as wheeled toys, balls and climbing frames. These help them to be active and to develop their physical skills. Children enjoy different outings and attend local groups. These help them to be aware of their local community and explore new experiences.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident, happy and settled. They explore and lead their own learning with enthusiasm and determination. Children are encouraged to persevere and show a positive attitude towards new experiences. They make good progress from their starting points. This helps to prepare children for their future learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY447607 Local authority Salford Inspection number 1060266 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 19 December 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in Worsley, Manchester. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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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