Childminder in Salford

Inspection date 9 November 2018 Previous inspection date 7 May 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 has strong relationships with children. She respects their individual needs and requirements and responds to them effectively and compassionately. n Children are given a range of opportunities to play and learn. The childminder knows children well and uses this knowledge to plan interesting and exciting activities, overall. n Children behave well. The childminder supports their understanding of positive behaviour from an early age that begins with being kind and taking turns. n The childminder regularly observes children's development and tracks their progress. This helps the childminder to support children in all areas and to identify and act quickly upon any gaps in their learning. n The childminder has good links with parents and local schools. This supports children's ongoing learning and offers continuity of care.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n Although the childminder has attended training courses, they are not consistently targeted to increase her knowledge and understanding to the highest level. n The childminder supports children's language and communication skills, but more challenging activities to support further progress need to be considered.

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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 focus professional development and use this to drive forward high-quality knowledge and practice even further n consider different activities to enhance children's speech and language skills even further.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed activities indoors and assessed the impact they have on children's learning. n The inspector viewed the areas of the home used for childminding purposes and checked evidence of suitability for all adults living in the home. n The inspector looked at a sample of documentation used by the childminder, including children's records, policies and procedures and certificates of training. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has knowledge and understanding of the different types of abuse and is aware of the signs, symptoms and indicators to be observant about. She is clear about the process to follow should she have concerns about a child's welfare and the procedure to follow should there be an allegation about herself or a member of her family. The childminder further keeps children from harm by carrying out regular risk assessments. She supports children's knowledge of managing their own risks and talks to them about staying safe in the home from an early age. Self-evaluation helps the childminder to identify ways in which to change and improve the environment. She reflects on her service and adapts practice to support continued development. Regular verbal information is shared with parents. This means that the childminder can support home learning and extend on achievements that

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children engage in a range of activities that supports their individual interests and challenges their learning. The childminder plans opportunities that support development and strengthen skills already acquired, generally. Active and enjoyable painting sessions aid children's understanding of early mathematics and creativity. Children explore cornflour coloured with food dye to paint and make marks. The childminder extends the activity by introducing tools and words to describe texture and colour. Children have ownership of their environment and select resources that are placed around the home for their enjoyment. The childminder has also considered children's emerging interests and strategically places focused activities for them to find and explore. For example, there are empty tin cans of various sizes and pots and pans placed in a box in the kitchen. This allows young children to investigate and explore new resources in the area

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder offers children regular opportunities to exercise and have fresh air. Children have fun visiting the local parks and school where they interact with peers and older children. This helps to support children's physical and emotional well-being. Children's healthy lifestyles are supported further by the nutritious home-cooked food offered by the childminder. She considers all dietary requirements and works with parents to provide a varied menu to aid growth and health. Children are taught about positive behaviour and respect from an early age. The childminder is a good role model, and her calm and understanding nature has a positive impact on children in her care.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are happy and confident learners. They are inquisitive and enjoy exploring their environment. They learn to be independent and self-assured. Children acquire all the necessary skills needed for the next stages in their learning and eventual move to school. They have a good awareness of themselves and begin to understand care routines.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 307250 Local authority Salford Inspection number 10059576 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 - 1 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 7 May 2015

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The childminder registered in 1992 and lives in Swinton. She operates all year round, from 8am to 5.30pm on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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