Crossley, Nicola

Inspection date 4 April 2019 Previous inspection date 2 November 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 engages in sharply focused, professional development opportunities, to help to improve her skills. For instance, the childminder has recently completed training about 'learning and development' to help to extend her knowledge and develop teaching skills even further. n Outdoor play is given high priority and incorporated into children's daily activities. Children enjoy fresh air and exercise frequently, contributing to their good physical health. For example, nature walks and forest school activities help to extend children's outdoor learning experiences and appreciation for the natural world. n The childminder regularly observes children at play and monitors their progress. Coupled with her good understanding of how young children learn, the childminder plans a range of activities to help to support children's development. Children make good progress. n The childminder is very respectful towards children. She treats all children as

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This provision is good

individuals and values their comments and contributions. Children are confident, happy and emotionally secure in this friendly setting. n Children are provided with time and space to accomplish new skills. Verbal encouragement is offered to help to build children's confidence and foster their positive attitude to learning. For example, children repeatedly try to blow bubbles until they eventually succeed. n The childminder's current self-evaluation systems are not fully established to help her to identify clear and precise priorities to improve. n Sometimes, the childminder does not organise group activities effectively to help children to engage without distraction and achieve sustained concentration.

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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 current self-evaluation systems and identify a clear and targeted plan, to help to develop the quality of service at the highest level n review the organisation of group activities and help all children remain focused without distraction and optimise their learning.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outside 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 reviewed written comments from parents and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder knows how to recognise signs that may indicate a child is at risk from harm. She has clear systems in place to respond quickly and effectively to any child protection concerns. The childminder establishes positive relationships with a range of professionals. She communicates regularly with childminder colleagues and local nursery teachers. She discusses practice and shares ideas to promote complementary care and learning for children. Furthermore, the childminder communicates with parents in a number of effective ways. This helps the childminder to understand children's changing routines and swiftly meet their needs.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides rich learning experiences for children, both indoors and outside. Children enjoy a broad range of exciting games and have fun as they learn. For example, children rush to retrieve their shoes and coats, excited about the prospect of playing in the childminder's garden. Children are eager to join in. The childminder is a good role model. She extends children's learning through her well-timed suggestions. For example, children are encouraged to measure milk into a measuring jug. They look at numbers and carefully pour correct measurements, controlling precise movements as they pour. Children extend their physical coordination, problem-solving skills and knowledge of space, shape and measure during this interesting activity.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder invests time to develop trusting relationships and strong bonds with children. Children are reassured by the childminder's friendly and warm interactions. For example, they sit on the childminder's knee and listen to stories, relaxed and content in her care. Children enjoy the company of peers and friendships between children flourish. Children behave well and become sociable, respectful and considerate of others. Children are sensitively encouraged to try new foods. They have fabulous appetites and develop a positive attitude to healthy eating. Children become independent individuals. They make choices about their play and select toys and resources with increasing confidence.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. Children of all ages are physically confident. For example, with close supervision, children climb steep ladders to access slides and climbing equipment. Children understand instructions and begin to communicate confidently. Older children begin to recognise and draw simple shapes and letters in preparation for early writing. Children acquire a range of useful skills and prepare well for the next stage in their learning and the eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY421252 Local authority Rochdale Inspection number 10065645 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 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 2 November 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in January 2011 and lives in Middleton, Manchester. She operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a qualification in childcare 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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