Childminder EY500899

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 June 2018 Not applicable

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Outstanding 1

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This provision is outstanding

 The childminder is an extremely knowledgeable and experienced practitioner. She has worked within the early years sector for many years and has previously held management roles. The childminder constantly evaluates the service she provides and welcomes the views of parents to drive further improvement.  The childminder is an inspirational teacher and is very responsive to children's needs. She has a superb understanding of the early years foundation stage and how to engage children in learning. All children make excellent progress in their individual development.  Partnerships with parents are excellent. Parents are completely involved with their child's learning and processes of assessment. Information is shared on a daily basis through discussion and photographs, which provides a consistency of care for children.  The childminder is a superb role model for children. She has very high expectations of

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This provision is outstanding

all children and supports them extremely well in understanding rules and boundaries. Children listen carefully to her and their behaviour is excellent.  Children are extremely settled. The childminder places children's well-being at the forefront of her practice and ensures that their care needs and emotional development are supported. Children are happy and confident.  Meaningful partnerships are in place with other professionals. The childminder seeks advice about children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities, to support their individual needs. Teachers are invited to the home to discuss children's needs.

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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

 enhance the already excellent learning opportunities in the outside area.

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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 spoke with the childminder and children during the inspection.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector held a meeting with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation, such as children's development records, a sample of policies and procedures, and processes of self-evaluation.  The inspector was given a tour of the premises by the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is outstanding

The childminder has a clear vision of the service and care she wishes to provide. She has worked previously in the private and education sectors and has a thorough knowledge of early years. Safeguarding is effective. She demonstrates excellent knowledge of effective safeguarding procedures. The childminder is well qualified and completes further research and study to keep abreast of developments. Training has a direct impact on children and the quality of teaching. For example, the childminder has completed a foundation degree in early years, which prompts her to reflect and consider how she can enhance learning experiences for children. She completes robust assessments on children's progress and has a deep understanding of their needs and next steps in learning. The childminder attends meetings with other providers to moderate her assessment and ensure it is correct. Children are extremely well prepared for future learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

The childminder has exceptional teaching skills and regards all parts of the day as a learning experience. She plans activities which ignite children's interests, provide a link with home and support children to achieve their next steps in learning. For example, children have recently returned from holiday and the childminder has planned writing postcards to support mark-making skills and referencing non-fiction books to explore the seasons and the weather. In addition, children enjoy matching a variety of shells, which supports early mathematics, and concentrate intensely as they put on flip flops, which supports children's physical skills. The childminder is excellent at supporting a culture that is rich in language. She introduces new words, sings repetitive songs and engages children in discussion through questions, which support their thinking skills. Processes of observation, planning and assessment are superb. The childminder is considering further

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

The childminder has developed a welcoming and homely environment. Children have built secure attachments with the childminder and often invite her into their play or spontaneously give her cuddles. The childminder encourages children to be independent and take part in routines. For example, children enjoy setting the table before self-serving their lunch. Children are learning how to manage risks. For example, they confidently use knives to cut their own fruit for snack. Children use their manners and learn how to respect one another, such as not speaking over someone if they are talking. Children learn about the wider world. For example, they visit groups at the children's centre, explore celebrations from other cultures and enjoy visits to the local library.

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Outcomes for children are outstanding

All children make excellent progress from their individual starting points. They exhibit high levels of self-esteem and confidence, and are highly motivated learners who are eager to attempt new things. Children are superbly well prepared for future learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY500899 Local authority Rochdale Inspection number 1053383 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Rochdale, Lancashire. She operates from 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 5.

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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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