Childminder EY448974

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 3 November 2016 24 January 2013

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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 and her assistant work closely as a team and regularly evaluate the service they provide. A variety of improvements has been put into place since the last inspection. The childminder has identified key areas she would like to develop in the future.  The childminder has a strong knowledge of the early years foundation stage and understands how to support children in developing new skills. She has a good knowledge of children's current interests and plans activities that engage children in learning.  Children have formed positive attachments with the childminder and her assistant. They are extremely settled and happy. Children freely make their needs known and invite the childminder into their play. Children's emotional well-being is supported well and their behaviour is good.  Effective partnerships are in place with a range of other professionals to support children's individual needs. These contribute to supporting children well as they face

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This provision is good

change.  Children have access to the outdoors every day and go on regular outings in the local environment. The childminder provides children with healthy snacks. This supports their understanding of leading a healthy lifestyle.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Information gained from parents on entry does not include detailed information about what children already know and can do.  The childminder is still building on ways to help parents to support their children's learning at home, so that assessment can be even more accurate.

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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 consistently gain information from parents about children's individual developmental stage and their learning to date, when children first start to attend, so that this can be used to improve the accuracy of assessment  build on existing partnerships with parents to extend the information shared with them about how they can support their children's learning and development at home.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching and interactions between children and the childminder during activities, in order to assess the impact this has on children's learning and development.  The inspector held a meeting with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation, such as training records, policies and procedures, risk assessments and evidence of the suitability of all adults living in the household.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector spoke with the childminder's assistant about her role and how she supports the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written documentation.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder and her assistant are aware of the appropriate authorities to contact if they have concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder completes daily safety checks to ensure that the environment is safe for children. She attends training and local network meetings with other providers to share good practice, and shares key points from training with her assistant, which supports their continued professional development. The childminder has made improvements since the last inspection. For example, she has changed the way she plans activities so that they better support children's next steps in learning. The childminder evaluates the service she provides and welcomes the views of parents to drive further improvements.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder completes regular observations of children as they play to identify their stage of development. She plans activities that provide children with a range of opportunities to build on their skills in all areas of learning. For example, children enjoy making a variety of jigsaws with an animal theme. The childminder asks children to identify different animals and make animal sounds. She asks questions that promote children to think and consider their answer. This supports children's early language and communication and problem-solving skills. The childminder assesses children's progress and is able to identify any gaps in their learning. Support for children's language development is a key strength of the setting. The childminder and her assistant support children through using key vocabulary, providing a running commentary and using repetitive language.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has created a warm and friendly environment that has a strong family feel. The childminder and her assistant are positive role models for children and offer a high level of care. For example, they ensure that children have the correct comforters before they sleep and serve lunch in a certain way as they know which food children like to eat first. They have high expectations for children and promote positive behaviour through encouraging children to share, use good manners and consider the needs of others. Children learn about the wider world through exploring different events and celebrations throughout the year. Partnerships with parents and other professionals are in place, which contributes to supporting children's needs.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are progressing well in all areas of their learning and development. Children are motivated and active learners, building their confidence as they explore new experiences. Children learn many independence skills, such as when they choose their own play or help with routines. Children are well prepared with the key skills they will need for the next stage in their learning, including the move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY448974 Local authority Oldham Inspection number 1042626 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 11

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 24 January 2013

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Telephone number

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