Mackie, Linda Claire

Inspection date 5 March 2019 Previous inspection date 29 May 2018

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires improvement 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 has made positive changes to improve her service since the last inspection. For example, she establishes consistently effective partnerships with parents and other settings that children attend. She uses information gathered to promote and support continuity in children's care and learning. n The childminder supports the development of children's communication and language skills well. For example, she provides an ongoing commentary during activities, which helps children to extend their vocabulary and understanding. n The childminder has a calm, caring and affectionate approach to working with children. She interacts very positively with all children and they are happy, secure and motivated to learn. All children make good progress. n The childminder ensures children have plenty of fresh air and physical exercise. They have the opportunity to learn about nature and care for animals. For example, they

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This provision is good

play outside in the well-resourced garden, visit local farms and help to care for the childminder's pets. n The childminder has introduced new systems for observation and assessment. However, she does not make the most effective use of this information to develop her planning for individual children's learning. n The childminder has not developed an ambitious programme to improve her professional knowledge aimed at achieving exceptional outcomes for children.

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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 use information from observation and assessment more effectively to better identify how to support children's learning even further n establish a targeted plan for continual professional development in order to enhance teaching and learning to the highest level.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching and assessed the impact of this on children's learning. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector looked at documentation, including policies, procedures and evidence of the suitability of the childminder. 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 has taken action since the last inspection, including ensuring children's accident records are consistently maintained. She also completes the progress check for children aged between two and three years and shares this information with parents. She reflects on the quality of service she offers. She takes account of the views of children and parents to inform planning for further improvements to her practice. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder ensures that she updates her knowledge and understanding of child protection. She is aware of her role and responsibilities, and knows who to contact should she have any concerns about a child in her care.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses a variety of good teaching strategies to support children's learning. For example, she asks children questions and allows plenty of time for them to think and answer. The childminder frequently encourages children to practise their mathematical skills, such as when counting blueberries and strawberries during an enjoyable baking activity. She introduces language to describe different aromas and tastes, as children add toppings to pancakes and try new tastes, such as lemon. Since the last inspection, the childminder has shared her planning with parents and plans to enhance this process further.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children benefit from lots of individual attention and build positive relationships with the childminder. They demonstrate good levels of self-confidence and emotional well-being, and show pride in their achievements. For example, they celebrate by clapping when they complete difficult tasks, including dressing and undressing dolls. The childminder provides plenty of praise and encouragement. She sets clear boundaries and reminds children about the simple, appropriate rules that help to keep them safe. Children demonstrate that they feel a sense of belonging and security. There are frequent opportunities for children to experience fresh air and exercise. This supports their physical welfare. Children follow good hygiene routines, such as washing their own hands before eating and after messy activities.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are well prepared for their future learning, such as starting school. They are curious, inquisitive and eager to learn and problem solve at a young age. For example, they work out how many strawberries they will need to cut up for everyone to fill their bowls. Young children maintain concentration for extended periods as they explore dough, using different cutting and rolling tools. Children have favourite stories and repeat words with the childminder. This helps children of all ages to develop their early literacy skills. Children show good independence skills and make firm friendships.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY437097 Local authority Cheshire East Inspection number 10084987 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 29 May 2018

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Poynton, Cheshire. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm on Monday to Thursday, 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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