Childminder in Tameside

Inspection date 3 December 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 offers a well-resourced, accessible environment for children to play and learn in. Activities are theme based, linked to interests and encourage a range of skills to be developed. n Positive relationships with parents allow for a consistent approach to caring for children. They work together to address identified issues or promote specific areas for development. n The childminder has clear plans in place for future developments to extend the activities on offer to children. She has evaluated her provision and identified key improvements, and targeted training to raise the quality of outcomes for children. n The childminder encourages children's positive behaviour at all times. Consistent praise and encouragement mean children's self-esteem is high, and discussions take place to consider the impact that their behaviours and actions have on their peers. n Thorough and regular observations and assessments of children's learning show their

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This provision is good

progress. The system the childminder uses allows her to identify any gaps in learning swiftly and act upon them appropriately, engaging additional support if needed. n Relationships with local schools and other early years providers have been developed to support children's smooth transitions and continued care. n There are occasions when the childminder does not allow children to finish their play naturally or extend on their interests. This means children sometimes, lose focus and interest in activities offered.

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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 give children more time to focus on their chosen activity to extend their play and learning 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 spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection and took into account the written views of parents. n The inspector viewed all the areas of the home used for childcare and checked evidence of suitability. n The inspector and childminder evaluated activities and discussed the areas of learning for children. n The inspector viewed a range of documentation used by the childminder, such as policies, children's records and their learning journals.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a clear understanding of all aspects of keeping children safe and child protection procedures. She is astute to the signs, symptoms and indicators of abuse, including the more complex issues that affect children. The childminder has a detailed policy that outlines what she would do should she have any concerns about a child in her care. She is aware of the local arrangements and the contact details of agencies that can provide guidance. The childminder also has a detailed policy on allegations management. Parents are highly complimentary about the childminder and the care she offers to their children. They express their gratitude and praise her ability to create a fun learning environment for their children, where they are safe and well cared for.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children enjoy playing together in this well-resourced environment. They have access to a range of equipment to support their interests that are age appropriate and well maintained. The childminder support speech and language skills with all children from an early age. She talks to children, asks open questions and encourages them to express their thoughts and feelings. Children are progressing well with their early mathematical skills. They discuss colour, shape, number and texture using descriptive words and phrases. The childminder expands on their play by offering children opportunity to make real cakes following a session in the role-play area where children were buying pretend ingredients to bake with. She discusses weight, texture and consistency of the ingredients with children, promoting language and early science. Children actively engage in construction play, they build roads, bridges and towers. The childminder

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

encourages problem solving by adding small challenges, such as enquiring how vehicles will get under items that are smaller than them. Children support each other in finding the solutions.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children's self-esteem, confidence and individuality is nurtured and developed. The childminder models this in her own behaviours and this, in turn supports children's development. For example, the childminder has transformed her entrance area into a winter wonderland where there are elves and messages for children. She fully participates in events and festivals by showing children you can be whatever you wish to be. This promotes a good sense of self and respect. Children's behaviour is well managed and expectations are clear. The childminder ensures children understand the benefits of working together and supporting each other to create better opportunities.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident and independent learners. They take ownership of their environment and interact with their peers well. The necessary skills for future learning are embedded and children are ready for the next stages in their journeys and their eventual move to school. Children have a naturally inquisitive nature. They question and explore to gain more knowledge and enjoy their learning experiences.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY537584 Local authority Tameside Inspection number 10079241 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 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in the Stalybridge area of Tameside. She operates Monday to Friday, 6am until 6pm, all year round with the exception of two weeks at Christmas.

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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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