Childminder in Trafford

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 March 2018 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 knows the children in her care well and has built strong relationships with them. They are happy and content in the childminder's warm and friendly home.  Children behave well. They understand the consequences of their actions on others and are considerate of each other's needs.  Accurate and precise observations and tracking show children progress well in their development. The childminder plans exciting and challenging activities based on children's interests and next steps in learning.  The childminder has forged excellent relationships with parents who are complimentary about the childminder and the care she offers their children. Information is shared consistently to support continued learning.  Thorough self-evaluation and reflection allows the childminder to further develop her practice and enhance her home to ensure children have positive outcomes and interesting opportunities to support learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although children enjoy outdoor play they do not fully have opportunities to explore nature and their natural surroundings on a regular basis.  Relationships with school staff are not strong enough to ensure children's transitions are smooth and details of their learning are shared.

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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

 develop opportunities for children to explore their natural surroundings and discover nature  enhance the relationships with schools that offer smooth transitions and continued learning for children.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at documentation used by the childminder, including policies, procedures, children's learning journey's and evidence of suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector took into account the written views of parents and toured the areas of the home used for childminding.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has good knowledge of the signs and symptoms of abuse and the impact these have on children's well-being. The childminder understands the procedures for reporting any concerns about a child's welfare and the action to take should an allegation be made against her, or a member of her family. Comprehensive risk assessments and ongoing safety checks of resources and premises, support children's safety and minimise any potential hazards. The childminder has focused her professional development to have a positive impact on children's learning. For example, recent courses have enabled her to look objectively at her practice, this means she can make informed decisions about enhancements for the best outcomes.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children have access to ample resources that support all areas of learning, overall. They are encouraged to take ownership of their environment and make decisions about their play. Children learn early mathematics at every opportunity and enjoy counting, shape recognition and learning about colours. The childminder supports their early language and communication skills. She listens intently to children and encourages them to ask questions and express their views and thoughts. The childminder supports babies and uses simple, singular words and responds to their noise and utterances. The childminder regularly reviews children's learning and any gaps are quickly identified. This means that she can plan activities to meet individual needs in partnership with parents and other professionals.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder supports children's emotional and personal well-being effectively. She gives them the tools to manage their own environment and risks. For example, she talks to them about the consequences of actions and supports them in problem solving during activities. The childminder is skilled at asking questions of children that enable them to think through their actions to come to the most appropriate outcome. Children enjoy transporting coloured rice around the garden, when it becomes too hard for the cars to move on the ground, the childminder encourages children to look at other items that can be used for transportation, such as wheelbarrows. This helps support children's physical development and critical-thinking skills. Children learn about their own health and care needs. They are aware of each other's allergies and the impact of sharing foods that may cause their peers to be unwell.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children have a thirst for learning. They are confident, eager and open to new ideas. Children enjoy participating in the wide range of activities and opportunities on offer, making their own selections and engaging in play. Children are skilled at tending to their own care needs from an early age. They are prepared for the next stage in their learning and eventual move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY495149 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 1035340 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 2 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 the Urmston area of Greater Manchester. She operates between, 7am until 5pm, Monday to Friday, term time only. The childminder also provides overnight care.

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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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