Childminder in Manchester

Inspection date 15 February 2019 Previous inspection date 19 August 2014

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Met 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 is bilingual. She uses her excellent knowledge of language to support children's communication skills, particularly children who speak more than one language. She consistently speaks in English and repeats words in children's home language. Children make excellent progress in their communication skills. n The childminder observes children frequently. She knows children well and plans activities to support their development. Children make good progress. n The childminder develops strong partnerships with parents. She shares termly written summaries with parents about their children's progress and development. She offers creative ideas to encourage parents to support their children's learning at home. The childminder works effectively with parents to provide complementary care and learning for children. n Children are independent. They frequently select toys and make decisions about their

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This provision is good

play, which builds their confidence and self-esteem. n The childminder provides a wealth of learning experiences indoors. However, she does not always make the most of learning opportunities outdoors to ensure those who prefer to learn outside are inspired and enthused in their learning. n The childminder's current self-evaluation systems are not fully established. Although the childminder understands her current strengths, she has not identified a clear action plan to help her to develop further.

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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 extend the wealth of learning opportunities available indoors to the outside environment and fully support those children who prefer to learn outdoors n strengthen current self-evaluation procedures and identify a precise plan to improve the quality of service 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 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 used to support the childminder's practice. n The inspector spoke to children during the inspection. n The inspector considered parental views through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is aware of the signs that may raise concerns about a child's welfare. She understands her responsibilities to report any concerns swiftly following local authority guidelines. The childminder creates a safe space for children to play. She thoroughly checks the safety of her home each day. She removes or minimises all potential hazards to children. Children's safety is given high regard. The childminder attends network meetings delivered by the local authority. This helps to ensure her skills and knowledge are up to date and continually improve.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has high expectations for children. She provides children with challenge to help to extend their skills and abilities. For example, children look closely at illustrations in books. They retell stories in their own words to their friends. Children handle books with confidence and develop good early literacy skills. The childminder recognises that everyday routine tasks present learning opportunities and makes the most of these as they arise. For instance, children count in sequence when climbing up and down stairs. This contributes to children's emerging mathematical knowledge. Children remain continually busy and occupied. The enjoy learning and make good progress.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are provided with clear expectations and boundaries. They learn about how to manage feelings and develop self-control. They are encouraged to be respectful and polite. Children take turns and cooperate with requests. Behaviour is good. Children learn about personal hygiene and self-care in interesting and age-appropriate ways. For example, crocodile puppets are used to help children learn about healthy teeth. This helps to support children's good physical health. Routines are flexible and the attentive childminder responds quickly to children's individual needs. For instance, fresh fruit is offered when children become hungry. Children's needs are met, they are happy and ready to learn. Children are relaxed in the childminder's care. They respond well to the friendly and warm interactions they receive from the gentle and kind childminder.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children, including those who speak English as an additional language, make good progress from their starting points. Children play with calculators and cameras. They develop problem-solving and critical-thinking skills as they explore and work out how things work. Children show they are confident. For instance, they are relaxed and self- assured when they speak to visitors. Learning is made pleasurable and fun and children enjoy their time spent in the childminder's care. This motivation and eagerness to learn helps to fuel good progress. Children prepare well for the next stage in their learning and the move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY441616 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 10083310 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 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 19 August 2014

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Manchester. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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