Childminder EY318332

Inspection date 7 May 2019 Previous inspection date 23 February 2016

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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 Not Applicable

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This provision is good

n Children arrive back from school excited, motivated and eager. The childminder provides children with a good range of activities, resources and opportunities based on her knowledge of their interests. The environment is well organised and children independently access resources to support their play and to introduce their own ideas. n The childminder is kind and caring, and all children are very happy, confident and settled. The childminder goes above and beyond to support children through changes that may have an impact on their emotional well-being. For example, she provides books for children to help to explain what to expect when moving house. n The childminder establishes good partnerships with other settings that the children also attend. She finds out what children are currently learning and what they need to learn next, such as through attending meetings at schools with parents. The childminder

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This provision is good

uses this information to complement children's learning well. n Children are very sociable, and children of different ages happily interact and play together. Children's behaviour is good. They are kind and considerate of each other's needs and feelings. For example, when playing a game, older children make sure that younger children have the opportunity to become involved. n The childminder does not consistently gather the views of parents when evaluating the quality of her provision. n The childminder does not plan precisely for her professional development, in order to help to raise her knowledge and understanding to a higher 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 gather the views of parents when evaluating the provision and help them to become more involved in contributing to improvement plans n focus plans for professional development more precisely and help to raise the quality of practice even further.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector observed the childminder's interactions with children during activities and free play. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector viewed a range of documents and checked evidence of the suitability of adults living on the premises. n The inspector viewed written feedback provided by parents prior to the inspection and she spoke to children. The inspector took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder recognises the importance of keeping children safe and she has a number of policies and procedures that underpin her good practice. For example, she understands how to identify the signs that indicate that a child's safety or welfare may be at risk. The childminder involves children in practising emergency evacuation procedures. This helps to prepare children in the event of a fire. The childminder is aware of the potential risks to children, including when using technology in her setting. She implements safety measures that help to keep children safe. The childminder clearly enjoys working with children and their families. She evaluates her setting generally well and she continues to maintain a good-quality service.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children show enthusiasm and enjoyment in all the activities on offer. For example, they spend extended periods connecting small tubes together to make their own unique structures. The childminder helps children to read the instructions and they listen and follow them well. Children enjoy using rulers to measure their creations. They describe the length and height and they make comparisons between each other's. Children confidently talk about what they have been learning at school. For example, they state that they are going to make a prism and a cube using the available resources. Children show good imaginations and particularly enjoy dressing up in costumes. They think of superhero names for themselves and the childminder and show a good sense of humour. The childminder supports children's communication and language skills effectively. For instance, she talks to children about past experiences and asks them to talk about what

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

they have done during the day. Children are eager to share their experiences and they listen and take account of what each other has to say.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder makes good use of opportunities to teach children about the importance of caring for their bodies. For example, she talks to children about the importance of brushing their teeth and the reasons why they must wash their hands after using the toilet. The childminder helps children to develop an understanding of the world around them, including learning about other cultures. For instance, children enjoy tasting foods that originate from different countries, such as China. The childminder takes children to the local park and they walk back from school each day. This ensures that children get plenty of physical exercise and helps to support their healthy lifestyles. Children show good levels of self-esteem. For example, they are proud to talk to the childminder about their achievements and often say 'look at this' as they hold up their many pictures. The atmosphere is calm, yet full of fun and laughter. Children understand and follow the

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

routines and they show respect for the childminder's home. For instance, they help to clear away the plates and cups after snack and help to tidy away toys. This also helps children to become independent.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY318332 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 10073605 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 4 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 23 February 2016

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The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Stockport, Manchester. She operates during term time only, Monday to Thursday from 7.30am until 9am and from 3pm until 5.30pm.

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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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