Childminder EY467386

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 June 2017 28 March 2014

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Inadequate 4

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Inadequate 4

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This provision is inadequate

 The childminder has not ensured that Ofsted has been provided with all information necessary to complete suitability checks on her assistants.  The childminder does not gain permission from parents to leave her assistants unsupervised with children.  The childminder has not fully developed a programme of professional development for her assistants to help drive forward their practice to an even higher level.  At times, group activities do not fully consider how babies can become even more involved to maximise their learning opportunities even further.

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It has the following strengths

 The quality of teaching is good. The childminder and her assistants make good use of their knowledge of children's interests and child-initiated play to inspire children to learn. This contributes to the good progress that children make.  The childminder uses her observations and assessments of children's learning to identify what they need to learn next. She monitors children's progress closely. Parental contributions are valued and she ensures that parents are kept well informed.  All children, including very new children, are happy and confident and their behaviour is excellent. The childminder and her assistant are warm, caring and attentive to children's needs. This helps to support children's physical and emotional well-being.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and the Childcare Register the provider must:

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Due Date

 ensure that Ofsted is provided with all the information necessary to complete suitability checks for all assistants 14/07/2017

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Due Date

 ensure that parents provide permission for children to be left in the sole care of assistants. 14/07/2017

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Due Date

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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Due Date

 focus more precisely on building a targeted plan of professional development for assistants to help raise the quality of practice to an even higher level  extend the already good opportunities for babies during planned activities to help them become more involved.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and free play. She assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector discussed and evaluated a planned activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as children's records, evidence of the childminder's suitability and the suitability of adults living on the premises.  The inspector spoke to one parent, viewed written feedback provided by parents prior to the inspection, and took account of their views.  The inspector spoke to the childminder, her assistant and children at appropriate times during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is inadequate

Safeguarding is not effective. The childminder has failed to provide Ofsted with the required information to process all suitability checks for her assistants. This means that children's safety and welfare are not fully assured. Furthermore, the childminder does not seek permission from parents to leave her assistants unsupervised with children. Despite this, the childminder and her assistants have a suitable knowledge of child protection. They are aware of the potential signs of abuse and what to do if they have concerns about a child's welfare. Overall, the childminder evaluates her provision and plans for improvements that benefit children. She offers some support and guidance to her assistants through feedback and coaching. However, she has not yet focused their professional development opportunities enough on raising the quality of practice to an even higher level.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses good teaching methods to help younger children develop their speaking skills. For example, as children attempt to use language, the childminder sensitively repeats words and extends sentences. Older children show an interest in insects and natural objects. The childminder asks them skilful questions and encourages them to describe and compare the size and shapes of what they see. This helps children to develop their mathematical learning. Babies show an interest in resources that roll and spin. The childminder provides a range of opportunities for them to build on their interest. This helps babies to develop their physical skills as they persevere, showing delight in their achievements.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are inadequate

The weaknesses in leadership and management impact on children's safety and welfare. That said, the childminder's home is well organised and safe. Children develop independence in a range of ways. For instance, babies are confident when feeding themselves. Younger children succeed in zipping up their jackets and older children help to tidy away. The childminder plans a wide range of outings. This helps children to develop social skills and enhances their understanding of the world.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are working within the expected age bands for their age, and in some cases above. Children are eager and motivated to learn. They are imaginative and confidently introduce their own ideas during play. Older children develop the skills they need for their move to school, such as attending to their own personal care. They are developing early literacy skills, such as writing their own names.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY467386 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 1087542 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 18 Number of children on roll 11

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 28 March 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Sale. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder works with one full time assistant and an assistant who is used on an occasional basis.

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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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