Childminder in Trafford

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 June 2018 6 February 2015

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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

 Children are happy and confident. They have a very secure and trusting relationship with the childminder who effectively supports their emotional well-being and strong sense of belonging.  The childminder knows the children in her care well. She plans high-quality learning experiences which reflect children's interests and individual learning needs. Parents comment that they value and appreciate the good care and learning opportunities provided for their children.  Children's safety and welfare are given high priority. For example, the children talk about what they would do if there was a fire and how to ring '999' to contact the fire brigade.  Children's language skills are particularly strong. The childminder encourages children to ask questions and think through their ideas. They enjoy talking about their experiences and display good listening skills.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always fully use her good systems for tracking children's individual development to help them to make the best possible progress.  The childminder uses self-evaluation systems to reflect on her daily practice. However, she has not explored further ways of encouraging parents to regularly share their views and opinions to support this process.

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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 current systems for tracking children's progress to help to identify even more accurate next steps in their learning  extend ways in which parents and children can contribute to the evaluation of the childminding provision and help to maintain continuous improvement.

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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 evaluation 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 during the inspection.  The inspector 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 completes relevant training to update her child protection knowledge and skills. She knows how to keep children safe and the procedure to follow regarding any concerns for their welfare. The well-organised childminder has policies and procedures in place that underpin all aspects of her practice. She completes comprehensive risk assessments in her home and prior to taking children on outings. The childminder carries out robust checks every day to help ensure the premises are secure and equipment is safe. She reviews her practice regularly and plans relevant training to improve her service. Positive partnerships with other providers and schools help children to move confidently on to their future education.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder observes children's progress as they play and recognises their interests and skills well. She uses her observations to help her identify children's achievements and to assess their progress, overall. Children enjoy learning early mathematical concepts. They excitedly take turns playing with the coloured shaped bean bag and recognise the correct numbers. The childminder skilfully differentiates her activities to suit the age and stage of the children. For example, younger children learn to squeeze out paint onto their paper and the older children practise writing their names with the paint. The childminder uses spontaneous opportunities to develop children's investigatory skills. She very effectively stands back and allows them to work out how to do things for themselves.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has effective procedures in place to manage children's behaviour. She is attentive and positive when dealing with minor disputes between younger children. The childminder provides additional resources and models kind behaviour to ease children's frustration when learning to share popular toys. Children learn about the importance of being healthy and follow good hygiene routines. For example, they wash their hands before snack time and choose pieces of fruit from the fruit bowl. Children are eager to be physically active and benefit from regular outings to local parks and places of interest. They develop a good understanding of their local community.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident and motivated learners who investigate and try out their own ideas. They develop good levels of independence and show persistence at mastering new skills. For example, younger children learn to pour their own drinks and take great care not to spill any. Children behave exceptionally well. They are helpful, polite and follow instructions readily. Children are well prepared for their future learning and for starting school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY435583 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 1095118 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 6 February 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, 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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