Childminder in Oldham

Inspection date 19 November 2018 Previous inspection date 24 November 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 demonstrates immense pride in her role and clearly enjoys working with young children. She has high aspirations to improve her practice. Targets to develop are clear and precise to expand the quality of service even further. n The childminder fosters effective partnerships with parents. Open communication is well established and this contributes to seamless care and learning between home and the childminder's setting. Children settle quickly and are ready to learn. n The childminder makes learning fun. She ignites children's enthusiasm for learning and this contributes to them achieving good progress in their development. n The childminder assesses children's abilities through continual daily observations. She plans activities with focus and intent to promote children's next steps in learning. n Children are happy, relaxed and settled in the childminder's care. Children's emotional

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The provision is good

security contributes to their robust attitude and self-confidence. For instance, children confidently navigate their way around the childminder's home and choose toys they wish to play with.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n Occasionally, children are not supported to fully develop their ideas and sustain a deep level of concentration before activities are tidied away and children are encouraged to play elsewhere. n Links with other professionals are not fully established to promote a comprehensive, joined-up approach to children's care and learning, and impact on outcomes for children at the very highest level.

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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 opportunities for children to fully develop their ideas and sustain their concentration during play n extend links and communication with other professionals involved with children and complement children's care and learning even more sharply, to continue to raise outcomes for children.

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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 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 all persons living at the premises. n The inspector spoke with the children during the inspection. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a range of child protection literature available for her reference, if required. She has a good knowledge of how to take swift and appropriate action if a concern about a child's welfare is identified. The childminder engages in a wide range of professional development opportunities to enhance her skills and knowledge. For instance, teeth cleaning procedures have recently been implemented following recent oral hygiene training. Furthermore, the childminder shares information with parents about the value of dental hygiene. Training impacts positively on practice. The childminder conscientiously tracks children's progress. She is well informed and closely tailors support to areas of learning where weaknesses emerge. Children are well supported and make good progress.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans activities to help children learn. Children are encouraged to try their best. For example, children are challenged to stack a series of different containers in size order. Children are further challenged to work out which lids fit with corresponding containers. Children develop excellent problem-solving skills. They are stimulated and enjoy their learning. The childminder provides plenty of opportunities for children to build vocabulary. The environment is rich in communication, print and language. For instance, animated dialogue and discussion is provided during games. Singing, rhythm and rhyme are used to enhance vocabulary and impact positively on children's emerging language.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder fosters children's love of the outdoors. Children are provided with plenty of opportunities to enjoy fresh air and exercise. This contributes to their good health. For instance, children enjoy playing football in the garden. They extend coordination skills as they kick balls and exert themselves. Children behave well and are cooperative. They are polite and listen. The childminder is kind and gentle. Children are reassured by her caring nature and share positive relationships with her. For example, children regularly check the childminder is close by before they return to their games. Children's emotional well-being is well supported.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make steady all-round progress from their starting points. Children actively participate in play. They are eager and motivated to learn. Children follow instructions and develop good understanding of spoken language. Younger children's physical skills emerge well and they enjoy practising newly established walking skills. Children acquire a range of key skills in preparation for their next stage in learning and eventually school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY448418 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 10069592 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 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 24 November 2014

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The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in the Gorton area of Manchester. She operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, 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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