Childminder EY491670

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 3 November 2017 Not applicable

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Outstanding 1

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This provision is outstanding

 The extraordinary, highly skilled and experienced childminder is an inspirational teacher. She has an expert knowledge of child development and plans highly innovative and exciting learning experiences, which keep children motivated and enthused to learn.  Planning, assessment and observation arrangements are of the highest calibre. No stone is left unturned when it comes to providing children with a first-class education at this high-quality setting. The childminder's relentless pursuit for excellence and her uncompromising insistence on the very best for every child, results in all children making exceptional progress.  Outdoor learning is given the highest priority. The childminder has developed her garden into an oasis of adventure. Children skilfully climb on low-level apparatus, build homes for wildlife and became enthralled while enacting roles of superheroes in the 'magical' summerhouse.

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This provision is outstanding

 The childminder is highly skilled in teaching mathematics. She uses her expertise incredibly well to engage children in first-hand mathematical experiences, such as counting natural objects at the forest and paying for groceries at the local shop.

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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

 continue to provide the excellent levels of continuous professional development opportunities to the assistant in order to help maintain the already outstanding practice.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector had a tour of the premises and spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. He looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living and working in the household.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is outstanding

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has an excellent knowledge of the possible signs, symptoms and indicators of abuse and cascades this information to her assistant, who works with her on rare occasions. She knows the referral procedure exceptionally well and fully understands wider safeguarding issues. The inspirational leadership of the childminder and her unwavering determination to offer the very best to children and their families has resulted in every aspect of her setting being outstanding. The childminder is adept at fostering the skills and talents of her assistant through regular supervision sessions and appraisal meetings. She has identified that she would like to provide her with even more excellent opportunities to undertake professional development training to maintain her outstanding practice. The childminder attends an array of continuous professional development programmes which have a positive impact on outcomes for

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is outstanding

children. For example, a language course has equipped the childminder with an excellent understanding of how to support children's emerging speaking skills. Self-evaluation is accurate and robust. Partnership working is exemplary and parents receive comprehensive updates about their children's developmental progress.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

Children's laughter, eagerness to explore and natural inquisitiveness flows through this first-rate setting. The atmosphere buzzes with excitement as children eagerly move from one activity to the other. The childminder has created a culture of enthusiasm and innovation for learning among parents and children. She provides exceptional opportunities for children to be involved in fun learning experiences at home and informs parents of innovative ways to support children's writing, reading and mathematical development. Older children show high levels of perseverance while completing challenging puzzles and become fascinated while discussing the different mechanical parts of an aeroplane. Younger children giggle with delight while painting and excitedly explore slime.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

Care practices are outstanding. Children settle exceptionally well and high priority is given to support their emotional and physical well-being. Children of all ages are highly independent, confident and self-motivated individuals who behave remarkably well. They have an astounding understanding of healthy living and discuss the importance of keeping themselves safe during their play and while on outings.

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Outcomes for children are outstanding

Outstanding teaching, coupled with phenomenal learning experiences equips children with a superb can-do attitude towards their learning. Younger children demonstrate excellent communication skills and older children skilfully write their names. Children are well prepared for their next steps in learning, including their eventual move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY491670 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 1022672 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 12 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Urmston, Manchester. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder occasionally works with an assistant.

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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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