Childminder 301229

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 December 2016 2 October 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

 Children are confident communicators. The childminder builds children's communication and language skills well. Children enjoy a variety of activities that builds on their good speaking and listening skills. They engage in conversation throughout their play.  Children are enthusiastic to participate in the range of interesting activities provided. Children make good progress in their development as they explore a wide range of imaginative resources and play materials.  The childminder is a good role model and guides children in their learning and play. The childminder's nurturing interaction promotes children's independence and confidence.  Children's safety is given high priority. Effective measures are in place to identify and minimise risks within the home and local community. This helps to ensure children are able to play and learn in a safe and secure environment.  The childminder is friendly, patient and calm. Children are happy and enjoy respectful,

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This provision is good

positive relationships with her. They respond well to regular praise and encouragement. Children are confident, inquisitive and behave well.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Occasionally, the childminder does not sharply plan for children's next steps, in order to help them make rapid progress in their learning and development.  The childminder has not established a well-focused plan for professional development to extend her already good practice to an outstanding 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

 plan more precisely for children's next steps in learning that support them to make even better progress  strengthen existing knowledge and skills, and extend good practice even further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self- evaluation and evidence of the suitability of all persons living in the household.  The inspector reviewed written comments from a group of parents during the inspection and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of her responsibilities to record and report concerns about children's welfare, should these arise. The childminder evaluates her practice regularly to ensure improvements are quickly identified and addressed. Overall, the childminder has a clear knowledge of the current gaps in her practice and strives to improve. The childminder communicates well with parents using written diaries and daily conversations. Effective communication promotes continuity of care between home and the childminder, and children's development is well supported. Parents say, 'The childminder puts so much care, effort, patience and understanding into my child's care. My child is extremely happy'.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is skilful at following children's interests as these emerge through play. For example, children who become engrossed in books are encouraged to select their own books, turn the pages and discuss the images and storyline. This helps to develop their communication, physical and literacy skills. The childminder arranges activities to support children's understanding about similarities and differences within society, such as learning about Eid, Hanukah and Christmas. The childminder ensures that her practice is reflective of those using her setting, and children learn to be respectful of others. The childminder gathers information from parents and carers when children first start attending the setting. Initial assessment of children's likes, preferences and abilities enables the childminder to support their learning immediately.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children enjoy fresh air and exercise daily to support their physical health and well-being. They enjoy regular visits and trips in the local community, such as to the park and library. This inspires children and helps to extend their knowledge and understanding of the world around them. Children enjoy balanced meals and healthy snacks. They learn where their food comes from and they make compost and grow vegetables in the childminder's garden. This contributes to children developing a positive attitude to a healthy lifestyle.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident, motivated and independent. They enjoy their learning and have a positive attitude to new experiences. Children are enthusiastic and have a thirst for knowledge. They are working comfortably within the range of development typical for their age. Children make good progress in their development and are well prepared for the next stage in their learning and eventually their move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 301229 Local authority Oldham Inspection number 1059491 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 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 2 October 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1999 and lives in Shaw, Oldham. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm on 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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