Childminder EY282226

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 September 2017 24 July 2013

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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 and her assistant work well as a team. They share responsibilities and effectively communicate with each other, ensuring children's needs are quickly met and learning is continually well supported.  The childminder and her assistant have completed a range of training to enhance their teaching skills and knowledge. For example, recent training has improved the childminder's understanding of how to further support children's mathematical skills.  The childminder completes accurate assessments of children's abilities. She plans a range of challenging and enjoyable activities linked to children's interests and learning stage. Children make good progress.  The childminder and her assistant have created a warm, friendly and welcoming environment. Children flourish because they are happy, content and emotionally secure.  The childminder and her assistant manage behaviour in a consistent and clear manner.

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This provision is good

Children follow instructions, take turns and cooperate well. Children enjoy friendships with their peers and behaviour is good.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder's self-evaluation does not always identify targeted and precise areas to improve to drive development to the highest possible level.  Occasionally, the childminder does not extend children's vocabulary fully during some activities to enhance their already good language skills 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

 strengthen current self-evaluation systems to identify precise and targeted priorities to improve to help drive development even further  extend opportunities for children to enhance their vocabulary even further during play.

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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 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 a secure understanding of how to identify, record and report child protection concerns. This promotes children's welfare. The childminder and her assistant are vigilant over children's safety. For example, they regularly check sleeping children to ensure they are safe. The childminder and her assistant frequently exchange professional ideas with other childminders, impacting positively on the quality of service provided. The childminder's arrangements for recruitment, monitoring and suitability checks of her assistant are sound. These promote a safe environment for children to play and learn. Partnerships with parents are good. The childminder shares daily updates with parents about children's recent experiences. Parents have regular opportunities to view children's learning records. These help them to understand their child's progress and promote continuity of care and learning. The

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

childminder continually monitors children's progress. Any emerging gaps in development are immediately identified and quickly addressed.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder and her assistant know children in their care well. They use this good knowledge to provide activities precisely tailored to children's interests. For example, children show an interest in farm animals. The childminder plans a trip to the local farm to enhance children's experiences and extend their learning. The childminder adapts her practice to support children of different ages and development needs. For example, during a sensory activity, babies are encouraged to use their hands to transport rice while older children are encouraged to use a spoon, contributing to their physical development. Differentiation of practice supports all children to make good progress.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder and her assistant are attentive and caring towards children. For example, prior to putting children to bed, the childminder spends time settling them and provides reassuring cuddles. Strong relationships promote children's emotional well-being. Children regularly laugh and smile in the childminder's care. The childminder and her assistant provide opportunities for children to complete tasks independently. They encourage children to make decisions. Children shape their own learning and play, helping to promote their confidence and independence. Nutritious, home-cooked meals are provided daily. Mealtimes are a social occasion and children discuss the fresh food on their plates, promoting a positive attitude to a healthy lifestyle.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting points. Children are motivated and eager to learn. They enjoy their play and explore resources with enthusiasm. Children concentrate as they sing familiar songs. They independently count during play and demonstrate sound physical skills as they climb outdoors. Children develop the necessary skills for the next stage in their learning and the move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY282226 Local authority Tameside Inspection number 1064554 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 7 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 13

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 24 July 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in Droylsden, Manchester. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 5. The childminder provides funded early education for two-year-old children.

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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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