Childminder in Tameside

Inspection date 10 April 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 demonstrates strong leadership skills. She is reflective in her practice and aspires to be outstanding. Improvement plans are sharply focused and include the views of children and parents. The childminder's capacity to continually improve and drive forward change is good. n Teaching is good. The childminder plans an array of fun and interesting activities, which keep children motivated to learn. Children make good progress and develop the necessary skills in readiness for their move on to school. n The childminder is an advocate for physical development. She provides exciting learning experiences that challenge children's physical endurance and strength. Children relish these opportunities and show good physical dexterity as they climb, jump and balance. They excitedly ride scooters and skilfully kick balls to one another. n Children's personal, social and emotional development is given high priority. Children

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This provision is good

settle quickly, develop secure friendships and behave well. They have a strong sense of belonging and are keen to share their personal achievements with the inspector. n Children's communication and language development is promoted very well. The childminder asks children challenging questions during their play and listens to them with genuine interest. Children are confident communicators who use a wide range of vocabulary. n The childminder has not established strong links with other settings where children also attend to fully complement learning from the outset. n The childminder does not provide children with enough opportunities to count and recognise numbers during everyday routines.

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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 strengthen partnership working with other settings where children also attend, to fully complement and support children's learning from the outset n provide children with more opportunities to practise their early counting and number recognition skills during everyday routines.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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 observation with the childminder. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder and the children at relevant times during the inspection. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self- evaluation. He checked evidence of the suitability of adults living at the home. n The inspector took account of the views of parents from their written feedback. n The inspector had a tour of the premises.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder is an advocate for removing barriers to learning and provides children with quality learning experiences. Parents are kept well informed of their children's developmental progress and receive regular newsletters. The childminder attends a variety of training programmes, which have a positive impact on outcomes for children. For example, a vocational qualification in childcare has equipped her with a greater understanding of child development. From this, the childminder has broadened her knowledge of how children learn and develop through play. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure understanding of the signs of possible abuse and neglect. She knows the referral procedure and understands the steps to take if an allegation is made against herself or a family member. Risk assessments are robust and all areas of the premises are secure. The childminder supervises children with great vigilance and

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Observation, assessment and planning arrangements are good. The childminder monitors these very well and puts timely interventions in place. Gaps in learning narrow and all children make good progress. Children thoroughly enjoy their time at this fun and vibrant setting. Their laughter fills the air and everywhere you look children are immersed in deep play. The childminder is a good teacher and is skilled in supporting children's creativity. She hones in on children's interests and allows them to freely explore and investigate an array of craft materials. Children relish these opportunities and become enthralled while making superhero masks. Younger children enjoy playing with musical instruments and show great delight while playing with cause-and-effect toys. Older children show good concentration skills while operating computer programs and enjoy building towers.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Care practices are good. The childminder spends time getting to know children and successfully supports their physical and emotional well-being. The childminder teaches children about the importance of healthy living and provides good opportunities for them to be physically active. Children enjoy helping to prepare healthy snacks and articulately discuss where different foods come from. They follow good hygiene practices and talk about the importance of eating fruit and vegetables. Children effectively manage risks during their play and regularly remind one another not to run too fast while playing outdoors.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress towards the early learning goals and show good perseverance skills. They are resilient, self-motivated and confident individuals. They are keen to take on new challenges and do not give up until a task is complete. Older children enjoy reading books and write their names well. Younger children enjoy exploring water and giggle with delight while dancing.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY544756 Local authority Tameside Inspection number 10101999 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 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Stalybridge, Cheshire. She operates from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. The childminder holds a recognised 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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