Childminder EY231526

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 August 2017 10 November 2014

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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 demonstrates good teaching skills. She regularly observes children and uses her assessments to help her find out what children need to learn next. She uses child-initiated play, planned activities and everyday routines to help children learn. This contributes to the good progress that children make.  The childminder reflects on her practice at regular intervals. She works with her co- childminder to make improvements that benefit children. Parents are consulted and their views are listened to. Since her last inspection they have worked together to create an inspiring outdoor area where children are highly motivated to play.  Children have formed close attachments with the nurturing childminder. She works with parents daily to share information to help her support their emotional and physical well- being. For example, she gathers information about children's sleep routines and preferences.

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This provision is good

 Children's behaviour is excellent in relation to their age. The childminder is a good role model and values the importance of teaching children socially acceptable behaviour. Even very young children play cooperatively with others and use good manners.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 While the childminder gathers information from parents when children first start, this does not always focus enough on what children already know and can do.  Although the childminder is experienced and well qualified, she does not focus her plan for professional development to help her raise the quality of teaching even further.

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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

 gather even more detailed information from parents when children first start regarding children's skills and capabilities to help plan precisely from the very beginning  put in a place a more focused plan for professional development to help raise the quality of teaching to an outstanding level.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities inside and outdoors. 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 suitability of the childminder and the suitability of adults living and working on the premises.  The inspector spoke to one parent on the telephone and viewed written feedback provided prior to the inspection. She took account of parents' views.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has an up-to-date understanding of child protection issues. She has a good understanding of how to identify any potential signs of abuse. She understands the local procedures in place for reporting concerns. She provides a safe and secure environment for children to explore and she conducts regular and ongoing risk assessments throughout the day. Children participate in these and enjoy tasks, such as drying equipment before they use it. This helps to keep children safe. The childminder monitors children's progress closely. She shares regular information with parents to keep them informed about children's progress and achievements.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has developed opportunities for parents to help extend their child's learning at home. Parents take home bags with storybooks and props. These are aimed at promoting children's communication and language skills. The childminder engages children in song times. Older children confidently stand and sing for younger children, as they join in with the actions. This helps to develop children's speaking, listening and attention skills. The childminder joins in sensitively with play and offers older children mathematical problems. For example, as children set up plates and cups for their dolls, she sets them simple addition and subtraction tasks and children enjoy the challenge. Younger children enjoy playing with plastic bricks. The childminder helps children to learn that objects represent number. They count the bricks and she supports them to begin to categorise according to colour. This helps to develop children's mathematical learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is very positive with children. She praises them for their efforts and encourages children to praise and clap each other when they have done something well. This contributes to the high levels of self-esteem that children display. Children learn about nature and the world around them. For example, they smell the flowers in the garden and learn about the effects lavender can have on their bodies. Healthy lifestyles are promoted well. Children get plenty of fresh air, they exercise using the outdoor equipment, eat healthy foods and engage in positive hygiene practices. All children are encouraged to become independent. For example, younger children are offered spoons to help feed themselves and older children learn to put their shoes and coats on for outdoor play.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are self-motivated in their play and are eager to join in with planned activities. They concentrate well and pay attention to detail. For example, during activities they persevere as they stick small items onto a paper plate and become engrossed in the activity. They make good progress in all areas, they are well prepared for their next stage in learning and develop the skills they need for school. Younger children enjoy singing and their listening and attention skills are well developed.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY231526 Local authority Oldham Inspection number 1103982 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 10 November 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2002 and lives in the Chadderton area of Oldham. She works alongside another registered childminder. She operates from 7.30am until 6pm Monday to Friday, all year around, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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