Childminder in Manchester

Inspection date 7 November 2018 Previous inspection date 27 August 2015

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 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's home is welcoming, stimulating and well organised. Children confidently move around the many areas and access a broad range of good-quality toys and resources. This helps children to make independent choices and decisions as they play. n The childminder provides children with opportunities that help them to develop an understanding of the diverse society in which they live. For example, children enjoy engaging in craft activities that help to raise their awareness of cultural festivals, such as Diwali. n The childminder regularly reviews children's progress and identifies any potential gaps in children's development. She plans activities and opportunities for children that focus on what they need to learn next. Parents are well informed about children's progress and children develop well. n Children's independence is well supported. For instance, they confidently wash and dry their hands before eating and help to serve snacks and drinks.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder does not have a targeted professional development plan in place to help develop her teaching skills to the highest levels. n The childminder has not considered providing consistent opportunities for parents to share ongoing information about children's development at home.

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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 develop a targeted plan for professional development that helps to raise the quality of teaching to an even higher level n provide more consistent opportunities for parents to share information about children's development at home, and help parents to become more involved in children's ongoing assessments.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the childminder's interactions with children during activities and free play. She assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector observed a planned activity and jointly evaluated the teaching with the childminder. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector viewed a range of documents. She checked evidence of the suitability of adults living on the premises. n The inspector viewed written feedback provided by parents prior to the inspection and she took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder uses self-evaluation to help monitor, maintain and raise the good quality of her setting. For example, she regularly uses an audit provided by the local authority to help her ensure that all legal requirements are met. She provides parents with opportunities to contribute their views and she makes changes based on their feedback. For instance, parents have recently been involved in helping the childminder make changes to her menu. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder assesses the potential risks to children on an ongoing basis, in her home and prior to going on outings. She is knowledgeable about the potential indicators of abuse and neglect and is confident in the local reporting procedures. This helps to keep children safe.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children thoroughly enjoy singing and rhyme sessions led by the childminder. They confidently request their favourites and are eager to join in with the words and actions. This helps to develop children's good communication and language skills further. The childminder provides children with a basket full of exciting and unusual resources and materials. Children become deeply absorbed as they investigate, using a range of senses. For instance, they delight in smelling scented resources and describe their own interpretation of what they smell. Children explore a range of safe battery-operated lights. The childminder uses the opportunity to extend children's learning further. For example, she encourages children to shine the light on a range of see-through materials. Children become excited when they discover how to make different colours. This helps to extend their understanding of technology and enhances their curiosity and awareness of

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is kind and nurturing and children develop strong attachments with her. She prepares children emotionally for their move to school in a range of ways. For example, she attends a local playgroup based at a school that children will eventually go to. This helps children to become familiar with the surroundings. It also provides them with the opportunity to develop their social skills. Children's behaviour is good. They take turns during activities and help the childminder to tidy away toys and resources. The childminder praises the smallest of children's achievements and uses encouraging phrases, such as 'well done' and 'good try'. Children enjoy the praise that they receive and demonstrate their joy and appreciation as they smile widely. Children benefit from daily walks to school and enjoy a healthy diet. This helps to support their physical well- being.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children demonstrate high levels of concentration and motivation during play. For example, they engage in planned activities for an extended period of time and remain eager and interested throughout. Children develop the skills that will help to prepare them for school. For instance, they show excellent control as they hold pencils and accurately form the initial letter of their name.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY285235 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 10064760 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 2 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 27 August 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in Manchester. She operates all year round from 7am until 7pm, Monday to Friday, with the exception of bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3.

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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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