Childminder in Manchester

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 May 2018 1 August 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 a good teacher. She uses her expert knowledge of child development to plan fun, interesting and challenging learning experiences. Gaps in learning diminish at a rapid rate and all children make good progress towards the early learning goals.  The childminder teaches children very well about differences and similarities beyond their own experiences. She discusses the importance of respecting others and provides first-hand experiences where children can learn about culture, faith and religion.  Mathematics is taught very well. The childminder uses good techniques to introduce number, shape and size. Children articulately discuss capacity during sand play and confidently talk about the correct positional language when playing ring games.  Self-evaluation is strong. Improvement plans are robust and include the views of parents and children. The childminder demonstrates a good capacity to continually

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This provision is good

improve and aspires to be outstanding.  The childminder is an advocate for active learning. She has recreated her outdoor area into an oasis of fun and adventure. Children relish the array of play opportunities on offer and show good physical dexterity as they climb, jump and balance on apparatus.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Other than attending mandatory training, the childminder has not introduced a targeted programme of professional development to further enhance the quality of teaching and learning.  The childminder has not consistently established highly successful partnerships with other early years settings that children attend to share and gather information.

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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

 extend the programme of professional development and raise standards in teaching and learning even higher  strengthen partnerships with other settings where children attend and develop more ways to share detailed information to support children's progress even further.

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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 held a number of discussions with the childminder. He looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector spoke with children during the inspection and carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.  The inspector looked at the areas of the premises that are used for childminding, including the outdoor area.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The dedicated childminder exhibits strong leadership and management qualities which have been the driving force in improving and sustaining the good quality of care, learning and teaching. The childminder attends mandatory training and keeps herself up to date with policy and legislative changes. Robust risk assessments are in place and all areas of the premises are safe and secure. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of the categories of abuse and knows the referral procedure well. She understands the correct steps to take if an allegation is made against herself or a family member. Overall, partnership working is good. Parents are kept well informed of their children's developmental progress and receive regular newsletters.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Observation, assessment and planning arrangements are good. The childminder plans personalised and first-hand experiences which keep children interested and motivated to learn. Good teaching and close monitoring ensure all children achieve well and leave the setting with a good skill base in readiness for their move on to school. Children's communication and language development is given high priority. The childminder uses good teaching techniques to extend and challenge children's early speaking skills. For example, she uses sensory experiences to encourage children to talk about the texture, appearance and scent of objects. Children relish these opportunities and are confident and competent communicators. Younger children show good concentration skills as they operate cause and effect toys. They giggle with delight while building sandcastles and excitedly talk about a recent visit to the park. Older children handle books with care, enjoy

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

planting seeds and become enthralled while building a car track with one another.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Care practices are good. The childminder establishes strong bonds with children and places high priority on meeting their physical and emotional needs. Children settle quickly, behave well and are proud of their learning environment. They play cooperatively across the different ages and regularly embrace one another with hugs. The childminder effectively teaches children about the importance of healthy living and provides them with plenty of opportunities to be physically active.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are resilient, motivated and self-confident individuals who demonstrate a strong curiosity to learn through the process of trial and error. They show high levels of perseverance, independence and concentration. Younger children enjoy singing, dancing and reading books with the childminder. Older children giggle while painting, confidently complete jigsaw puzzles and attempt to write for different purposes.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY467817 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 1105570 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 1 August 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Blackley, Greater Manchester. She operates all year round from 7.30am 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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