Childminder in Tameside

Inspection date 26 February 2019 Previous inspection date 1 June 2015

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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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This provision is good

n The childminder is enthusiastic and dedicated. She provides a high-quality childcare provision and a welcoming and stimulating environment for children. Parents praise the childminder for her caring and child-centred approach. They comment on how well children have made progress since they started. n The childminder is kind and caring and supports children's emotional well-being effectively. Children form a secure bond with the childminder. They are settled, happy and confident. n The childminder exchanges ongoing information with parents from the time children start at her setting. She keeps parents well informed about their children's care, learning and development. This helps to promote continuity of care and learning for children. n Children's behaviour is good. The childminder is a good role model and clearly communicates behavioural expectations. Children learn to take turns in activities and

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This provision is good

willingly share toys with their friends from an early age. n The childminder monitors children's development effectively. She makes good use of observations and assessments to identify what children need to learn next. Children make good progress from the initial assessments. n Occasionally, the childminder does not give children enough time to respond to questions and build on their range of vocabulary more fully. n The childminder is less skilled in reflecting on and evaluating her personal teaching practice to identify ways to strengthen teaching and children's learning even 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 give children more time to think and respond to questions and develop their vocabulary even further n reflect on and evaluate personal teaching practice more effectively to enhance the quality of teaching 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 indoors and outdoors, 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 persons living in the household. n The inspector spoke to 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

The childminder shows commitment to developing her knowledge and skills. She makes effective use of training. For example, she has accessed relevant training to refresh her knowledge of the early years curriculum and update core training, such as paediatric first aid and safeguarding. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder considers and removes potential hazards during activities, including when she takes children on outings in the local community. She supervises children closely and knows her responsibility to keep them safe. Furthermore, she is aware of the possible indicators of abuse and knows the correct reporting procedures to follow if she had concerns about a child's welfare.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows the children in her care and builds on their interests well. She provides a wide range of activities that they enjoy. For example, during craft activities children show excellent concentration and creativity as they use different types of materials when cutting, sticking and drawing. The childminder provides effective support to help children learn new skills, such as using a pair of scissors safely. Overall, the childminder supports children's communication and language skills effectively. For example, she provides good narrative for children when they are playing and promotes their keen interest in books. Children are developing some good mathematical skills. For instance, they count everyday items, such as the number of teddy bears in a book. They also recognise simple shapes and colours during their play.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are confident and curious learners. They develop independence to complete some simple tasks for themselves and choose their own play. For example, the childminder encourages children to put on and take off their own shoes. The childminder skilfully teaches children to develop empathy from a young age. For instance, children learn about different emotions that make them happy and sad, and instinctively comfort and reassure their friends. Children compare and explore textures as they fill and empty containers of water and sand. The childminder takes children on regular outings in the community, such as to local parks and playgroups. Children enjoy using the balance beam, trampoline and scooters in the garden. Children benefit from healthy and nutritious meals and snacks. All these opportunities help to support children's physical skills, health and well-being.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make use of their wonderful imaginations as they engage in role play. For example, they dress up as characters such as princesses and pirates. Children develop positive social skills and learn to share and take turns. Children have good opportunities to develop their early writing skills. For example, they enjoy making marks and drawing pictures. Furthermore, they develop strength and coordination in their hands. For instance, they learn to operate zips and manipulate play dough into different shapes using various tools such as rollers and shape cutters. Children make good progress and develop the skills to help them in their future learning, such as starting school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY362074 Local authority Tameside Inspection number 10067317 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 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 1 June 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2007. She lives in Hyde, Tameside. The childminder operates all year round, Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 6pm, with the exception of bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification and foundation degree.

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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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