Childminder in Manchester

Inspection date 27 March 2019 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 a welcoming and homely environment with a wide array of interesting resources both indoors and outside. Children safely explore and become independent in their play. n The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of how children learn and develop. She has high expectations for what all children can achieve and ensures high standards of care and education at all times. n Good settling-in procedures are successfully matched to each child's needs. This helps to ensure that children are ready for the move from home to the childminder. n Children arrive happy and eager to join in. They develop secure and trusting relationships with the kind and caring childminder, supporting their emotional well- being. n Children behave well. They learn to share, take turns and have good manners. The childminder gives clear, consistent guidance and gentle reminders about her expectations for their behaviour.

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This provision is good

n The childminder has good relationships with local schools and other settings children attend. She shares information about their development in a range of ways. Children's care and learning are consistent and complemented. n The childminder does not regularly share enough information with parents about what children are learning at the setting. Therefore, parents are not always able to build on their children's learning at home. n The childminder's professional development is not specifically focused on raising the quality of her teaching to an outstanding level.

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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 share more detailed information about what children are learning at the setting to build on this further at home n build on plans for professional development to precisely identify ways to help raise the quality of teaching to an outstanding level.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector had a tour of the premises and observed children engaged in a variety of learning experiences. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder throughout the inspection. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector observed and evaluated a learning activity with the childminder. n The inspector spoke with parents and children during the inspection and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a comprehensive set of policies and procedures in place to underpin her good practice. She understands her role and responsibility to safeguard children. The childminder knows what to do should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. Children are well supervised. The childminder ensures that her home is maintained to a good standard of safety and cleanliness. She carries out daily safety checks to make sure all toys are fit for purpose. The childminder is aware of what she does well and areas she would like to develop. She values the views of parents and children. This helps her to prioritise improvements and enhance outcomes for children. Parents' comments are positive and they value the childminder's help and support.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a wide range of activities and experiences that meet children's individual learning needs. She regularly reviews children's development to check they are making good progress and plans effectively for their next steps in learning. The childminder engages with children well. She talks to them about what they are doing, which helps them to make links between words and actions. Children are focused and show high levels of concentration as they create pictures with paper and glue. The childminder extends their learning as she introduces early mathematical ideas and colour recognition. Children develop an awareness of words and their meaning as the childminder reads stories and encourages them to look at books independently.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder knows the children well. Children display a sense of belonging and are developing an awareness of how to keep themselves safe. For example, they tidy away toys to prevent anyone falling over them. Children have trusting relationships with the affectionate childminder and they display high levels of confidence. Children interact positively with their peers and visitors. The childminder supports young children to become independent in managing their own personal care. She gives them lots of encouragement and praise. Children proudly show visitors the stickers they receive for their achievements. They enjoy fresh air and exercise. Children play outside in the childminder's garden and regularly go for walks with the childminder. They visit the local park and play centre. This gives them the opportunity to play and socialise with other children and learn about their community.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are making good progress and are well prepared for the next stage of their learning. Children develop good skills in listening and understanding and are able to follow simple instructions well. They are developing self-care skills and show sustained levels of concentration as they practise their cutting skills using scissors. Children are developing independence and are becoming responsible for their actions. They make choices about their play and are beginning to negotiate minor disagreements with their peers.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY540520 Local authority Worcestershire Inspection number 10089627 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 1 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 12 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Inkberrow, Worcester. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare 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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Registers

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