Childminder in Manchester

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 March 2017 Not applicable

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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 formed good partnerships with parents. She regularly exchanges information with them to ensure continuity in children's care and learning. Parents are complimentary about the childminder and the care she offers.  Regular observations and assessments of children's development identify their progress and help the childminder to recognise any gaps in their learning quickly.  Self-evaluation is strong and enables the childminder to identify areas for improvement. She is strongly focused on making improvements that help achieve better outcomes for children.  Children are well behaved. They are considerate of their peers, learn right from wrong and use good manners from an early age.  Children's physical health is promoted well. The childminder implements effective hygiene routines, such as ensuring children was their hands after creative activities and prior to meals.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not do enough to build as far as possible on children's developing speaking skills.  The childminder does not always plan activities well enough to thoroughly engage young children. As a result, they sometimes lack focus and do not become deeply absorbed in their play and 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

 enhance teaching further to better support children in their ongoing development of speech and language  consider alternative ways to engage young children in their chosen activity for longer periods.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  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 and observed their interaction with each other.  The inspector took account of the views of parents by reading written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder knows the reporting procedures to follow should she have concerns about a child's welfare. She continually assesses her home to identify possible risks and help keep children as safe as she can. The childminder has high expectations of her practice and makes good use of her experience and qualification. For example, she knows how children learn and uses this to plan her activities. She continually updates her knowledge by completing training. The childminder keeps abreast of changes to guidance and legislation that are relevant to her provision.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans the indoor learning environment well for children. She offers a wide range of interesting resources to help them explore and develop independence. Children have fun exploring and creating with clay. The childminder helps them to use utensils to mould and shape animals. Children's learning is extended when she helps them make the correct sounds to match the animals they have made. The childminder develops children's understanding of the world by encouraging them to care for the pet guinea pigs. Children help to feed them and look after their home. This encourages them to learn respect and responsibility. Early mathematical skills are developed through sand play and creative activities. The childminder discusses colours and counting with the children while preparing for activities.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children enjoy being in the childminder's care. They form strong and trusting relationships with her, which supports their emotional well-being effectively. Children learn about healthy eating. They enjoy nutritious, home-cooked vegetarian meals prepared by the childminder. Children replicate these meals as they pretend to cook in their role play kitchen. The childminder offers daily opportunities for children to enjoy fresh air and physical activity. They enjoy playing and exploring in the garden and confidently use the equipment. For example, they climb, use the ride-along toys and explore the sand and mud. The childminder responds quickly to children and their findings, excitedly discussing a worm they have found.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. They are confident and independent. Children are happy, sociable and show a natural curiosity. They develop the skills they need to prepare them for the move to pre-school or school. For example, children learn to put their coats and shoes on for themselves and are beginning to understand what is expected at circle time.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY476370 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 1000337 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in the Old Trafford area of Greater Manchester. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except during August and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 6.

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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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