Childminder EY391907

Inspection date 15 November 2018 Previous inspection date 11 December 2014

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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 is a knowledgeable and experienced practitioner who has cared for children for many years. She has a good understanding of child development, overall, and provides a range of learning opportunities to support children to develop new skills. n The childminder nurtures children's well-being. She works closely with parents to learn about children's needs and home routines. New children settle quickly due to her calm and caring nature. n The childminder gives the highest regard to children's safety. She completes daily safety checks of the environment and helps children to gain an understanding of personal safety. n The childminder regularly evaluates the service she offers. She welcomes the views of parents and children to inform key areas for improvement.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder has not completed all required documents to inform Ofsted of a change of household members. However, the childminder has taken relevant action to reduce the risk to children. n On occasions, the childminder does not encourage children to think for themselves as they explore using different resources. n The childminder attends some professional development opportunities, however, these are not always sharply focussed to meet children's current needs.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and Childcare Register the provider must: Due date inform Ofsted of all changes to members of the household to enable all suitability checks to be completed on adults aged 16 years and over. 30/11/2018

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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 children's thinking skills further and encourage them to explore their own ideas n access targeted training opportunities to strengthen teaching skills 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 and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector spoke with children and the childminder during the inspection. n The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder. n The inspector held a meeting with the childminder. She looked at documentation, such as children's development records, a sample of policies and procedures and processes of assessment. n The inspector looked at written comments from parents to take account of their views.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder has not supplied Ofsted with all the information they need when there is a change of household members aged over 16 years. This is a legal requirement. The unchecked household member holds an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Children do not have contact with household members who are unchecked. As a result, the risk to children is minimal. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands the procedures she must follow if she is concerned about a child's welfare. The childminder attends mandatory training. Partnerships are in place with other professionals. For example, she shares information with teachers about children's needs as they leave for school.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder completes regular observations of children as they play. She plans activities which are age and stage appropriate, and which help children develop new skills. The childminder is good at following a child's lead during play and extending their learning. For example, she supports children to identify different shapes and encourages them to notice similarities before placing them in a group. She considers the needs of younger children and offers learning opportunities which provide sensory experiences. She assesses children's progress to identify any potential gaps in their learning. Parents share information about what children enjoy doing at home and she incorporates this into her processes of assessment.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has created a warm and welcoming environment. She is a positive role model and meets children's needs very well. The childminder gathers information from parents about children's individual needs before they start. Positive behaviour is promoted at all times. For example, she encourages children to be part of routines and offers opportunities, which support their independence. The childminder offers consistent praise to children and is extremely calm and patient. Children learn about the wider world. For example, they take walks in the local environment, attend sessions at local playgroups and learn about festivals from other cultures.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their staring points and acquire the skills they will need for future learning. For example, they choose their own resources and are active, eager learners as they engage in play. They play cooperatively, consider the needs of others and build strong relationships with their peers.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY391907 Local authority Bury Inspection number 10059985 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 0 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 11 December 2014

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The childminder registered in 2009 and lives in Manchester. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to 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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