Childminder in Trafford

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 January 2017 12 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 is sensitive to children's age and stage of development. She adapts her practice to support differing abilities, ensuring all children are making good progress in their learning.  The programme of activities provided is varied, challenging and follows children's interests. Children remain engaged in their play, and learning is well supported.  The childminder is gentle and respectful in her practice and interactions with children. Regular praise and encouragement are provided. The atmosphere in the childminder's home is relaxed and children are calm, happy and behave well.  Children play and learn in a safe environment. Effective measures are in place to identify and minimise risks in the childminder's home, ensuring children remain safe and secure.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Links with other settings children attend are not fully established to ensure effective information sharing and a consistent approach to children's learning and development.

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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

 continue to build links with all settings children attend to help provide continuity for their learning and development.

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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 completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has recently attended safeguarding training and has a good understanding of her duty to safeguard children. She is aware of her responsibilities to report signs and symptoms that may suggest children are at risk of harm. The childminder implements a range of written policies and procedures to support her good practice. Policies are shared with parents to ensure a joint approach to children's care. The childminder encourages parents to give verbal and written feedback on her service. She uses this information to evaluate her practice and identify areas to improve. The childminder updates her training to ensure her knowledge improves outcomes for children. The childminder monitors children's progress. She effectively tracks development and plans activities to support children's ongoing learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is an effective and skilful role model for children. She sensitively joins in and guides children's play, extending learning opportunities wherever possible. For example, children are encouraged to count toys, repeat numbers and recognise numerals. Children are supported to develop mathematical skills during routine play through effective teaching interactions. Choice and decision-making skills are well promoted as the childminder allows time for children to independently complete tasks. For example, children are encouraged to independently select pens, remove lids and tidy away after a colouring activity. The childminder offers praise and encouragement, building confidence and self-esteem. She engages in effective teaching, ensuring children make good progress in their learning and development.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children enjoy a range of healthy, nutritious food and snacks, developing a good attitude to healthy eating. Procedures to promote children's good health are routinely and rigorously followed. For example, children wash their hands prior to mealtimes and discuss washing germs away during this activity. Good hygiene routines are well embedded and promote children's health. Children enjoy fresh air and exercise daily, which helps promote their physical well-being. Children are provided with a range of opportunities to learn about the world around them. They enjoy a variety of interesting trips within the local community. Children develop social skills and confidence during regular trips. They are confident, happy and behave well, supported by an attentive and considerate childminder.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children of all ages are making good progress in their learning and development. The childminder is knowledgeable about how children learn. Children are confident, inquisitive and active learners. They are enthusiastic to participate in challenging activities and are developing a good attitude to learning. Children are making good progress in relation to their starting points and are well prepared for the next stage in their learning, and eventually the move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 318548 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 1059576 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 12 December 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2000 and lives in Timperley, Altrincham. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except 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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