Childminder in Manchester

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 March 2018 23 January 2015

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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 understands how she can support children's learning and development, overall. She offers a range of activities which children enjoy. The quality of teaching is good.  Children form close attachments with the childminder. She nurtures children's well- being and is vigilant in meeting their care needs. Children are happy and settled.  The childminder evaluates the service she provides and welcomes the views of others to drive further improvement.  Partnerships have been made with other professionals. The childminder shares information with schools when children prepare to move on to school.  Good partnerships with parents are in place, overall. The childminder offers multiple settling-in visits, so parents can share information about children's care needs and daily routine.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not fully provide a stimulating environment outdoors for children who prefer to learn outside.  Detailed information about children's development is not gained on entry from parents.

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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 more learning opportunities to help support children who prefer to learn outdoors  seek more detailed information from parents about what children already know and can do when they initially start.

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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 observation with the provider.  The inspector looked at documentation, such as children's development records, policies and procedures, training records and the suitability of all adults in the household.  The inspector gathered the views of parents during the inspection through written documentation.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she evaluates the service she provides.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is aware of the authorities she must inform should she have concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder is vigilant about keeping children safe. For example, she completes daily safety checks of the environment before children arrive each day. The childminder evaluates her practice and has identified areas she would like to improve in the future. She attends training, which has an impact on children. For example, she has completed training on how to observe and assess children so that she can identify their next steps in learning. She attends network meetings with the local authority where she has the opportunity to share good practice with other professionals. She tracks children's development to ensure they make good progress.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder regularly observes children as they play to identify their developmental stage. She provides activities which support children's natural interests, generally, while helping them to achieve their next steps in learning. For example, children delight in playing with a range of musical instruments which helps support their physical skills. She supports children's communication and language skills well and provides a running commentary, sings songs and repeats phrases. The childminder supports children's early problem-solving skills. For example, she hides a spider puppet underneath a blanket and encourages children to try and find the puppet. Children are very engaged in this activity and use their listening and concentration skills well. Parents are encouraged to support further learning at home.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder offers a family friendly environment. Children quickly build up positive attachments with her and are content and settled. The childminder understands children's care needs and offers the same routines as they have at home, this provides a consistency of care. The childminder is a positive role model and children enjoy involving her in their play. The childminder encourages children to be part of routines and promotes independence. For example, she asks children to help her as she tidies away resources. Children begin to explore the wider world. For example, they attend play sessions at the local children's centre and visit the local park.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their initial starting points. They can express their needs, make independent choices in their play and build relationships with others. They are active learners who enjoy challenge and are eager to explore the environment. Children are well prepared with the skills they will need for future learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY360194 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 1121298 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 23 January 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2008. She operates all year round from 8am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 2.

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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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