Childminder in Manchester

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 December 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

 The childminder is motivated and driven. She regularly meets with childminding professionals to discuss practice and share ideas. This ensures the childminder's practice is continually improving.  The childminder is highly vigilant around children's safety. The environment is tidy, well organised and clean. Risk assessment procedures are effective. Measures are in place to minimise potential risks to children. Children play and learn in a safe home.  The childminder is bilingual and uses her good knowledge of language to support children's growing vocabulary. All children, including those who speak English as an additional language, develop their communication skills well.  The childminder is gentle and calm in her interactions with children. She speaks softly and smiles regularly. Children laugh as they enjoy their time spent in the childminder's care. Children are emotionally secure.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not established a targeted and precise programme for professional development, to improve her already good skills even further.  The childminder does not share detailed information with other settings that children attend, to fully promote continuity of care and learning.

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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

 focus more precisely on targeting professional development opportunities, to raise the quality of practice and outcomes for children to an even higher level  strengthen links with other settings children attend, and share detailed information to extend continuity of care and learning further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities 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 with 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 her responsibilities relating to child protection. She understands how to identify and report safeguarding concerns. This helps to promote children's welfare. Partnerships with parents are good. The childminder regularly seeks the views and opinions of parents. She issues questionnaires and holds informal discussions with parents about the quality of her service. She is responsive to the ideas and wishes of parents. For example, parents request that children drink more fluids. The childminder adapts her practice and provides special bottles to encourage children to drink more. Consequently, practice is continually developing to meet the needs of families who access the service. The childminder completes detailed monitoring of children's progress. She knows children in her care well and is continually striving to narrow gaps in their development. All children make good all-

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

round progress, supported by an enthusiastic and knowledgeable childminder.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is an effective role model. She sensitively participates in children's games and when necessary, she guides their learning. For example, children are encouraged to count cars as the childminder introduces numbers as they play. At times, the childminder steps back and allows time for children to complete tasks for themselves. For example, children persevere and solve problems as they independently complete jigsaw puzzles. This helps children to concentrate and grow in confidence. The childminder regularly observes children's play and records their achievements. She uses this information to carefully plan a range of activities, linked to children's interests. Children remain engaged and enjoy their learning. For instance, they are enthused as they listen to stories delivered by animated puppets. Children's concentration levels are exceptional for their age.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children enjoy being active. Daily fresh air and exercise contributes to their good physical health. They run and climb, in wide open spaces, when they visit local parks. Children consistently follow good hygiene routines, to promote their good health. For example, they wash their hands before meals. Children are provided with opportunities to socialise with children of a similar age. They regularly visit local playgroups. They develop social confidence as they play with new children and make new friends. Children are happy and settled. The childminder has created a welcoming and nurturing environment. She provides regular praise and encouragement, and children behave well.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident, inquisitive and eager to learn. They explore with motivation and excitement. They are active learners and approach challenges with a positive attitude. All children, including those who speak English as an additional language, make good progress from their starting points. They acquire the necessary skills for their future learning and the eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY493755 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 1030449 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 4 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 Benchill, Manchester. She operates all year round from 7am to 4.30pm, 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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