Childminder in Wigan

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 May 2018 22 May 2017

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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

 Since the last inspection, the childminder has made significant improvements and implemented changes that have improved teaching. Furthermore, procedures for observing and assessing children's progress and partnerships with parents have been enhanced considerably.  Children are progressing well because the childminder is knowledgeable about how children learn and her teaching is good. She has a relevant qualification and uses this knowledge to provide children with exciting and challenging play, which covers all areas of learning.  The childminder provides a homely, clean and stimulating learning environment that contributes towards meeting children's individual needs. Children make good progress in their learning and development due to the good-quality activities the childminder provides.  The childminder evaluates her practice well, taking into account the views of parents and children. She has developed action plans that help to drive improvement and

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This provision is good

enhance learning opportunities for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not make the most of resources to create an environment that is rich in print, to help develop further children's understanding that print carries meaning.  The childminder does not provide opportunities for children to refer to numbers in their play.

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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 increased opportunities for children to understand that print carries meaning  increase opportunities for children to see and recognise numbers to further support their mathematical development.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation 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 to children and took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of the signs and symptoms regarding child protection and the appropriate procedures to follow should she have a concern about a child's welfare. Furthermore, she completes detailed risk assessments and maintains all required documentation to help ensure that children play in a safe and secure environment. The childminder has recently attended training which has been instrumental in deepening her understanding of the early years foundation stage. As a result, her practice, particularly around how she plans for children's next steps in learning has improved significantly. Parents are very complimentary about the service the childminder provides.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder regularly observes children during their play and provides activities that reflect their interests. Throughout children's play the childminder supports children's learning by modelling; explaining what is happening, making suggestions and praising children for their efforts. The childminder asks simple open-ended questions and provides a running commentary in play. She engages children in constant discussion, modelling correct language and extending sentences. Children learn about the world around them as they hunt for bugs in the garden. They are supported to develop their pre-writing skills as they make marks with sponges and brushes in the garden. They demonstrate perseverance and concentration as they master the use of scissors.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy and settled in the warm and caring environment that the childminder provides. Children enjoy being with the childminder who is kind and approachable. She creates a safe, secure and inviting environment, which helps children to settle quickly, grow in confidence and form positive relationships. Children learn about healthy lifestyles and keeping safe. They benefit from healthy and nutritious snacks and the childminder teaches them how to stay safe in the home and on outings in the community. Children have ample opportunities to develop their physical skills as they frequently play outdoors using the equipment available. The childminder offers clear and consistent reminders about behaviour. Children behave well and are beginning to understand right from wrong.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making good progress and are learning the skills needed in readiness for the next stage in their learning, including school. They enjoy a broad range of activities and are encouraged to be independent and make choices in their learning. Children begin to make comparisons as they play and test out their theories and ideas. They are becoming skilful communicators, who are able to express their wishes and feelings. Children are able to manage their self-care skills and demonstrate increasing confidence in doing so.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY302831 Local authority Wigan Inspection number 1107617 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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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in the Worsley Hall area of Wigan, Greater Manchester. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, 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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Telephone number

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