Duckworth, Joanne

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 July 2018 21 August 2014

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

p.1

This provision is good

 The childminder's teaching is consistently strong. She promotes children's development across all areas of learning and ensures children's well-being is central to everything she delivers.  The childminder plans rich learning experiences and an environment that promotes children's independence. Children are articulate communicators who listen well and contribute to discussions. They are active learners who are keen to have a go. Children acquire the skills they need for future learning.  The childminder takes children on regular outings. Children experience opportunities to learn about people and communities, and the resources reflect equality and diversity.  The childminder constantly reflects on her practice and makes significant improvements to directly benefit children's welfare, learning and development. She involves parents in evaluating the setting and acts on their views when making improvements.

p.1

This provision is good

 The childminder has a strong childminder support network to share ideas for good practice and improve knowledge. The network also offers children valuable social experiences with peers of a similar age.  The childminder works hard to keep parents informed of their children's learning and development at the setting.

p.1

It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder is not successful in supporting all parents to extend their children's learning at home.

p.1

What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

 find more ways to support all parents to extend their children's learning at home.

p.2

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 with the childminder.  The inspector looked at children's records and a sample of other documentation, including written feedback and questionnaires from parents.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including evidence of suitability of the adults living on the premises, policies and procedures.  The inspector had a tour of the premises.

p.2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a robust understanding of child protection issues. She has clear policies and procedures to minimise risks and to help to keep children safe. The childminder has high expectations of children and works to continuously improve the quality of the setting. For example, she has recently adapted the outdoor area to incorporate specific areas of interest for children. This includes various writing stations, balancing equipment and sensory trays. The childminder has established an effective professional development programme. This keeps her knowledge of childcare issues up to date and enhances her practice.

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is skilled at adapting her teaching techniques to suit different learning styles. She has a very good understanding of the developmental stages of children. She supports children's communication and language, for example, by asking questions to test children's knowledge and by joining in with role play to develop their ideas further. She promotes early literacy and mathematical skills well. For example, children enjoy a craft activity using different shapes to make pictures. The childminder encourages children to make their own choices. She sets challenges to extend their understanding of shapes and size. Children are motivated and keen to learn. The childminder observes and assesses children's progress accurately. She plans focused activities to narrow any gaps in learning. Children make good progress towards their learning goals.

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder presents a welcoming and stimulating environment where children are encouraged to select their own activities. For example, children choose to play with water. The childminder encourages them to pour the water into the bowl themselves. They then find objects from the playroom and garden which they can use to tip and pour. Children develop an understanding of how to manage risk as they explore. They enjoy the experiences and are happy in the setting. Children have formed secure attachments with the childminder, who is sensitive and responsive to their needs. She gives clear guidance for expectations of behaviour and is keen to praise children's achievements. Children are physically and emotionally well prepared to move on to their next stages.

p.3

Outcomes for children are good

All children make at least typical progress. Most children make progress that is better than expected. They enjoy good friendships and are successful and confident learners. Children develop the required skills to progress. They are well prepared for transitions to other settings and for their future learning.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY474808 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 1105761 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 13

p.4

Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 21 August 2014

p.4

Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Stockport. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm from Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

p.4

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.

p.4

Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

p.4

Telephone number

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/, write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk .

p.5

Telephone number

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our website for news, information and updates at www.ofsted.gov.uk/user.

p.5

Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

p.5