Childminder in Manchester

Inspection date 3 August 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable Effectiveness of leadership and management Good 2 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2 Outcomes for children Good 2

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The provision is good

n The childminder and her assistants work well as a team. The childminder delegates tasks and shares responsibilities equally. Children's needs are quickly met through attentive practice. Teamwork contributes to the smooth running of the service. n The childminder carefully and routinely observes children's achievements. She monitors progress and targets her teaching to address any development gaps, as these emerge. Children make good all-round progress. n The childminder carefully prepares a vibrant and interesting environment for children. She plans activities with sufficient challenge to stimulate learning. Furthermore, she closely links activities to children's current interests to help enthuse and engage them. n The childminder shows great compassion and warmth towards children. She is gentle and kind in her interactions and provides regular reassuring cuddles and encouragement. Children respond very well and are socially confident, emotionally

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder's self-evaluation system does not identify specific and targeted priorities to improve and drive development at the very highest level. n The childminder monitors her assistants' practice through daily observations of interactions. Despite the childminder committing to her own professional development, a precise plan for the professional development of the assistants is not yet established, to build on their skills and knowledge.

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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

n strengthen self-evaluation systems and identify precise targets to improve and drive development at the highest level n extend professional development plans to include training for the assistants to build on their skills and knowledge even further.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of assistants and persons living in the household. n The inspector spoke to children during the inspection. n The inspector took account of written comments provided by parents.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder and her assistant have clear and precise knowledge of how to identify and report child protection concerns, if these arise. Partnerships with parents are good. Effective open communication is well established between parents and the childminder. Children are reassured by continuity in their care and learning. For instance, parents share daily verbal updates to ensure children's needs are quickly met. The childminder is vigilant around children's safety. She visually checks her home each morning to ensure children access a safe and secure environment. Recruitment and supervision systems for assistants are good, to help to ensure children's welfare.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The quality of teaching is consistently good. The childminder is a good role model. She participates in children's games in a sensitive manner. Children are provided with plenty of support and encouragement, when appropriate and required. Equally they enjoy freedom to develop their ideas and learn independently. Children are confident, well supported and approach their learning with a positive attitude. The childminder has high expectations. She suggests ideas to build on capabilities and extend children's learning. For instance, children are challenged to count, categorise and sort pom-poms. They illustrate their delight and clap with excitement when they succeed at this sufficiently challenging mathematical task.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a welcoming, safe and inclusive environment for all children. Children are treated as part of the childminder's family and they thrive emotionally. The childminder provides very clear boundaries for children. Children are respectful, develop good friendships and behave well. They learn to share and take turns. Children play well with others and are confident to assert their opinions in group situations. Children grow and harvest potatoes. They learn where their food comes from and develop a positive attitude to healthy eating. Children play outdoors daily. They enjoy fresh air and exercise during regular trips and outings within the local community. This contributes to children's good health.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting points. They acquire necessary skills and prepare well for the next stage in learning and the eventual move to school. Children communicate with ease. They understand instructions and demonstrate good vocabulary. Children are eager to complete tasks for themselves. For instance, they locate their shoes and attempt to put these on prior to going outdoors. Children develop independent self-care skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY499204 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 10060062 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 9 Total number of places 18 Number of children on roll 10 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Manchester. She operates all year round, from 7am to 10pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She works alongside two assistants.

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Registers

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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