Childminder in Tameside

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 November 2017 Not applicable

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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

 Children show a close attachment to the childminder. They show good self-esteem and a growing confidence. Children are comfortable in the childminder's home and show they have ownership over their environment.  The childminder knows children in her care well. She easily adapts her delivery of play to meet their individual needs and interests. This shows children are the focus of her practice and the childminder has skilled approach to enhancing children's learning.  Children's records show a clear picture of their learning and development. Tracking documents show gaps in learning quickly and effective actions are in place to support children to make good progress.  The childminder strives to offer good-quality care and learning. She uses self-evaluation to identify areas for improvement and any developments are assessed to ensure there is a positive impact on children's development. The views of parents and children are

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This provision is good

also sought for this process.  Children enjoy regular outings to support learning. They are beginning to understand the world around them and how to respect it.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not thought about more effective ways to share comprehensive learning and development information about children with parents and carers.  The childminder does not give children enough time to freely explore, investigate and play with toys that interest them.

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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

 provide even more opportunities for parents to share more detailed information about their children's learning and development  give children more time to freely explore, investigate and play with toys that interest them.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector looked at evidence of suitability, certificates of qualifications and training, a sample of policies and procedures and children's learning journeys.  The inspector had a tour of the areas of the home used for childminding purposes.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a secure understanding of her responsibilities to safeguard children. She is aware of the signs and symptoms of abuse and more complex issues. The childminder understands the local procedures for reporting any concerns about children in her care and the process to follow for allegations. Regular risk assessments for the home and all outings, alongside daily health and safety checks further safeguard children and help to protect them from harm. The childminder has good relationships with local schools and has made plans on how to share information and support the children's transitions when the time comes.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. She uses this knowledge, along with information gathered through regular and precise observations and assessments to plan for their future learning. Gaps in learning are quickly identified and support given to move forward learning. The childminder builds effectively on children's developing communication and language skills. She uses simple sentences and phrases to encourage words and asks questions, which allow children to vocalise and expand on their tales. Children enjoy recalling memories and telling stories; this further supports language development. The childminder communicates with babies through facial expression and noises. They respond enthusiastically and are rewarded by praise. Children learn about early mathematics through counting different sized, coloured pom-poms and releasing them through suspended tubes to see how fast they travel.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has a welcoming and nurturing approach to children in her care. She is a good role model and gives children full explanations about her expectations of behaviour. Consequently, children behave well and, given their young age, are beginning to understand the consequence of their actions. Children are developing a good understanding of leading a healthy lifestyle. They clearly follow a routine and can independently wash their hands and understand the reason for doing so before meals. Children experience daily fresh air and exercise. They walk to the local schools and visit local parks and toddler groups. Babies are encouraged to develop their physical skills. The childminder supports them to stand up and balance, offering praise and encouragement at all times. Babies crawl confidently to access the resources left for them slightly out of reach.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children progress well from their starting points and are beginning to develop a range of skills that will support their future learning and eventual move to school. They are motivated and confident. They ask questions and recall information, which supports their understanding of tasks.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY494320 Local authority Tameside Inspection number 1030253 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 1 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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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 Tameside, Greater Manchester. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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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