Childminder EY471010

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 April 2018 29 May 2014

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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 kind and caring. She interacts positively with children and provides plenty of praise and encouragement. Children display positive attitudes, and are motivated and keen to learn new skills.  The childminder promotes children's communication and language skills particularly well. She skilfully questions children as they play and allows time for them to think, respond and follow their own ideas.  The childminder's garden is an extension of the indoor learning environment. This contributes to the good progress children make, particularly for those who prefer to learn outdoors.  Children are encouraged to be independent and lead a healthy lifestyle. They eat healthily, manage their needs to stay hydrated and are taken on many different outings in the local community.  Children behave well, given their age and stage of development. They demonstrate their good understanding of the childminder's expectations. For example, they

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not provide enough opportunities for parents to contribute to initial assessments of children to help them have the best possible start in their learning.  The childminder's professional development is not highly targeted to help to consistently promote the very best outcomes for children.

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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

 strengthen systems for gathering more detailed information from parents about what their child can already do at the start of placement and use this to enhance early experiences and planning  source professional development opportunities so the highest outcomes for children are consistently promoted.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities carried out indoors and outside and assessed the impact this had on children's learning.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children throughout the inspection.  The inspector completed a joint observation of an activity with the childminder and discussed this with her.  The inspector viewed relevant documentation, including policies, children's records and self-evaluation. She also checked evidence of the suitability of other household members.  The inspector took into account the views of parents by means of written feedback provided for inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is aware of the signs of possible abuse and neglect and knows what action to take if she has any concerns. She implements robust policies which accurately reflect all local safeguarding procedures. Effective risk assessments are in place and there is a strong focus on helping to keep children safe. The childminder has completed courses, such as paediatric first aid and regularly shares good practice ideas with other childminders. This helps her to keep abreast of any legislative changes and improve the overall quality of her provision. Additionally, she seeks the views of parents and children in her self-evaluation to help to check that her practice continues to meet children's individual needs.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses a range of different teaching methods and provides activities that she knows children will enjoy. Children enjoy exploring the texture of different shells and pasta and use their imaginations to make a seaside collage. They demonstrate their developing concentration skills and motivation to learn as they follow their own thinking and ideas. For example, they use small rocks to crush the dry pasta and comment how it resembles sand. The childminder teaches some key skills in mathematics through play- based activities. For instance, she talks to children about the different size and shape of the shells. Additionally, children count out how many they have each. The childminder observes children at play and regularly monitors the progress children make. Children make consistent progress in all areas of learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children access a wide range of stimulating activities outside of the childminder's home. These promote their physical skills and social skills and also provide opportunities for children to learn about their local community and the wider world. Children demonstrate their developing understanding of keeping themselves safe. For example, they know to wash their hands before eating and use tools, such as rolling pins and scissors safely. The childminder offers constant praise and encouragement for their efforts. Settling-in sessions are used well to ensure there is a smooth move from home to her setting.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are very independent and are developing excellent social skills. They play co- operatively and display high levels of confidence and self-esteem. Children are developing the skills needed to be ready for school. For example, they listen carefully and are able to follow simple instructions. Furthermore, they talk confidently in a group and express their ideas.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY471010 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 1087590 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Manchester. She operates all year round, except for family holidays and bank holidays. Sessions are from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder holds an early years 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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Telephone number

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