Childminder EY448116

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 25 September 2017 31 January 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 provides a welcoming and friendly environment where children are happy and confident to explore their surroundings.  The childminder is skilled and methodical in her approach to assessment and planning. She identifies appropriate next steps for learning, considering children's interests and development stage. She effectively monitors their development and identifies any gaps in learning. Children make good progress from their starting points.  The childminder is well organised and provides a wide range of stimulating resources and enriching activities for children to access with independence.  Children form close attachments to the childminder and the other children who attend the setting.  The childminder gathers detailed information from parents about children's interests and abilities when they first start. This helps her to provide a stimulating environment to challenge and promote children's engagement.

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This provision is good

 Partnerships with parents are strong. Parents report that they are very happy with the service they receive. They comment on the 'home from home' environment which the children enjoy and describe the care provided as fantastic, loving and reliable.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not provide regular opportunities for parents and children to contribute to the self-evaluation of the setting.  The childminder's plans for professional development are not sufficiently focused on how she can raise the quality of teaching to the highest 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

 seek and include the views of parents and children to enhance the self-evaluation of the setting  focus professional development plans more specifically on opportunities to deepen knowledge and understanding of how children learn, 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 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 into account the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse, and her role in protecting children from harm. Regular risk assessments are carried out around the home and for all trips and outings. These are used well to minimise potential hazards and keep children safe. The childminder evaluates her provision to ensure it meets children's needs. She keeps up to date with statutory requirements through training, online journals and uses network meetings with other childminders. The childminder works in partnership with parents and other settings that children attend. She has established a robust system of sharing assessments of children's progress and achievements. This helps to support continuity in their care and learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows the children well and plans activities linked to their interests. Children benefit from quality sensory play experiences. For instance, they become engrossed as they explore the rainbow coloured rice and listen to how it sounds like rain when they pour it. Children develop their understanding of the world. They discuss the names of the natural items collected on a nature walk and share their knowledge of farm animals. Children develop their communication and language skills well. For instance, they listen to stories and repeat key words to extend their vocabulary. Children are encouraged to count and develop the mathematical language for size and shape through play. The childminder plans effective opportunities for children to practise their physical skills. She encourages young children to concentrate and persevere as they post pipe cleaners into a colander, and scoop and pour rice using cups and spoons.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is caring and nurturing. She is a good role model and manages children's behaviour successfully. Children play together well. They share, wait their turn patiently and help each other with tasks such as happily collecting a water bottle for a friend. The childminder supports children's understanding about living a healthy lifestyle. She talks to them about what food is good for them and encourages lots of physical activity and fresh air. The childminder plans activities to celebrate different festivals and provides a wide range of trips and outings that enhance children's experiences. Children learn about the natural world and the wider, diverse community. This helps children to become curious and interested in the world around them.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children grow in confidence and make good progress in their learning with the childminder. They develop a good range of skills, helping to prepare them for the next stages of learning. Children behave well and show kindness to each other. They listen and follow simple instructions effectively. Children are keen to carry out small tasks independently, such as buttering their own toast at snack time and are highly motivated to do things for themselves during personal care routines.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY448116 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 1065953 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 31 January 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012. She operates all year round from 8am to 5pm, 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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