Childminder in Stockport

Inspection date 22 November 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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This provision is good

n The childminder provides children with a fun, safe and welcoming environment. She makes good use of the outside play area to support children who prefer to learn outside. n The childminder has formed secure partnerships with parents. She uses a range of successful strategies to keep them updated about their children's progress and learning. Children benefit from consistent care and learning experiences. n Children experience a wide variety of outings in the local community which helps to promote their awareness of the wider world in which they live. For example, children enjoy visits to parks, museums and playgroups. Children are developing a good understanding of people beyond their own immediate experiences. n The childminder has a calm and consistent approach and she is a positive role model. She encourages children to share, take turns and be kind to each other. Children's behaviour is good. n The childminder supports children's early mathematical development effectively. For

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This provision is good

example, during circle time, children show an interest in number and they enjoy joining in with familiar number songs and rhymes. n The childminder has not established a sharply focused programme of professional development to help enhance teaching practices even further. n Occasionally, the childminder moves children on to other activities too quickly, preventing them from finishing what they are doing and becoming deeply absorbed in learning.

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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 the programme of professional development more sharply on raising the quality of teaching to the utmost level n allow children uninterrupted time to become deeply engrossed in learning and achieve what they set out to do before they are moved on to other activities.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector viewed all areas of the childminder's home used for childminding purposes. n The inspector spoke to the childminder, her assistant and the children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. She evaluated a planned activity with the childminder. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including policies, children's learning records and evidence of the suitability of all adults living and working in the home. n The inspector took into account the written views of parents.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder and her assistant attend regular training to update their knowledge of safeguarding. They have a good understanding of the signs that may indicate possible abuse and know how to act quickly should they have any concerns. The childminder monitors the quality of her provision well. She works closely with her assistant to identify where practice can be improved. She sets clear priorities for further improvement and welcomes the views of parents. The childminder supports her assistant well through effective supervision meetings and observations of her practice. They hold regular meetings to discuss the progress children make in their learning and review how they are supporting their needs. Good links with other professionals help to further support children in their learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows children well and she plans activities to suit their individual preferences and learning needs. She provides a good range of activities that helps to move children on in their learning. Children make decisions about their learning and they enjoy the freedom to choose where to explore and play. They quickly develop good control over their physical skills, for instance, as they use tools to fill containers to make mud pies in the mud kitchen. The childminder and her assistant interact well with children and they show a good understanding of how to extend their learning as they play. For example, they provide children with a running commentary for what they are doing and they have introduced sign language into the setting to help further support children's language skills. Children are confident, articulate communicators.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children develop secure attachments to the childminder and her assistant. They are happy, confident and demonstrate a secure sense of belonging. Very young children benefit from the support and reassurance they receive. They settle quickly and seek comfort when they need it. The childminder helps children to learn how to keep themselves healthy. For example, children have regular opportunities for fresh air and exercise. They enjoy running games, climbing and ball games which help to support their coordination, balance and physical skills. The childminder teaches children of all ages how to keep themselves safe. For example, older children learn to avoid obstacles as they weave in and out of cones and younger children know not to use the playing equipment when it is wet in case they slip.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. They enjoy learning and thrive on the praise and encouragement they receive when they learn new skills. Older children develop good independence in their self-care and they manage tasks, such as toileting and washing their hands independently. Young children enjoy being involved and they are naturally curious, confident and self-assured. Children are well prepared for their future learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY548574 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 10081538 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 - 11 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 11 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Stockport. She operates all year round from 7am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with an assistant. She 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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