Hunt, Nicola Elizabeth

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 May 2018 18 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 develops strong, caring relationships with children. She values them as individuals and is responsive to their needs. Children settle in quickly and become confident learners.  The childminder liaises with parents and other professionals involved in children's health and education to support children's ongoing developmental progress. She evaluates learning gained from training and uses this information to further promote and enhance learning outcomes for children.  The childminder and children attend a number of local group activities that help to introduce children to larger numbers of people. She also supports younger children's social development by helping them to learn to be kind to their friends and share her attention and toys.  The childminder uses accurate assessments to help her plan challenging and exciting activities based on children's interests and the next steps in their learning. All children

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This provision is good

including those who have special educational needs and/or disabilities, are making good progress, given their starting points.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not use self-evaluation as well as she could to identify areas for further development to raise the quality of her provision to an even higher level.

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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 use of self-evaluation further, to identify ways to raise the quality of the provision to an even higher level.

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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 held discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through verbal and written feedback.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder undertakes all required training and updates herself on changes to welfare requirements. She knows how to report any safeguarding concerns to the relevant authorities. Children are supervised closely and the childminder provides a safe environment to reduce the risk of accidents or incidents. Parents comment positively about the provision, the bond their children have with the childminder and how pleased they are with their children's progress and the nurturing care they receive.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. She places a strong focus on promoting children's communication and language skills. The childminder introduces new words into conversations to help build on children's growing vocabulary, such as, 'deeper' and 'shallow' as children play in the water. She gets fully involved in children's play and encourages them to 'have a go' and to have confidence in their abilities. Children show delight in throwing coloured scarves up into the air and the childminder encourages them to feel and describe the different colours and textures. The childminder is always on hand to offer praise and guidance.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder supports children's social and emotional needs well. Relationships are strong. This helps children develop a sense of belonging and ensures they are confident and happy learners. Children are learning to be kind and considerate, responding to the emotions of others. The childminder promotes the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. Children understand the importance of washing their hands before helping themselves to the range of healthy snacks provided. She provides opportunities for regular exercise and children spend long periods of time outdoors. Children are taught to recognise and respect the differences between themselves and others in a variety of ways.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children successfully learn skills that prepare them well for their future learning. They develop positive attitudes to learning and maintain concentration well. Children develop good literacy skills and enjoy finding the letters in their name inside a water tray. They develop independence and manage tasks efficiently for themselves. For example, children independently put on their own shoes for outdoor play and help themselves to food at snack times. They are motivated to play, explore and discover, and enjoy spending time with their friends at the childminder's home.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY421554 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 1105229 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 18 August 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Hazel Grove, Stockport. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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