Constantine, Debbie

Inspection date 16 April 2019 Previous inspection date 16 July 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 has developed secure relationships with the children in her care. She takes time to get to know their interests and treats children with great respect. Children are well settled and enjoy spending time in her care. n The childminder offers children exciting and interesting activities that capture their imaginations. She shows great interest in their work and play which raises their self- esteem to a high level. n Observations of children's learning show how they are moving forward in their learning at a good pace. Regular tracking ensures any areas for targeted development are identified swiftly and acted upon. Parents receive information throughout the year outlining their child's progress to ensure they are fully informed of their development. n Children are respectful and have a good understanding of expectations for behaviour and house rules. They receive consistent praise and encouragement from the

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This provision is good

childminder for their efforts. n The childminder has developed links with the local primary schools and is preparing children for their transition. She has strategies and procedures in place to support this further and to share information about children's learning and interests. n Although children have access to a secure outdoor environment to support their physical development, they do not have opportunities to explore their wider world and nature in great depth. n Parental partnerships are strong and information is shared regularly about children and their learning. However, the childminder does not seek parents' views for self- evaluation to support her in raising the overall quality of her provision 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 provide more opportunities for children to learn about nature and the world around them n enhance self-evaluation to include the views of parents and children to help identify improvements to raise the overall quality even higher.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector observed activities indoors and assessed the impact they have on children's learning. n The inspector had a tour of the areas used for childcare. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder and spoke to children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector sampled documentation used by the childminder, including policies, children's records and the evidence of suitability for all adults living in the home.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder has a passion for providing a high-quality provision for children. She has kept up to date with all child care related practices and seeks to further her knowledge through research and training. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder is clear about how to respond to any concerns about a child in her care. She is aware of the various signs, symptoms and indicators of abuse and knows how to recognise the risks associated with radicalisation and e-safety. There is a clear process in place should an allegation be made against the childminder or a member of her family, which the childminder shares with parents. Children are further protected from harm through regular risk assessments of the childminder's home.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder gives children ample opportunities to learn and develop their interests. She ensures children are challenged and develop new skills as they explore and play. Children's creative development is nurtured through well-selected art activities. Children enjoy sticking different textured papers to create cards and pictures. Their creations reflect the season and festivals. The childminder extends children's mathematical development at every opportunity. She encourages children to count, sort and sequence when they play. This is extended for older children through discussions about textures and patterns. Children's language development is nurtured and encouraged by the childminder. The childminder engages children in story time, asking them questions to evoke conversation and recall facts.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder supports children's emotional well-being to a high level. She raises their confidence through continuous encouragement and acknowledgement of their achievements. Children are immensely proud of their work and are eager to show it off to their peers and visitors. The childminder has very high expectations of children and their behaviour. As a result, they show secure levels of understanding and compassion. Children are aware of the consequences of their actions on others and have an excellent awareness of emotions. Children enjoy selecting their meals from the options available and eagerly help to prepare their environment for mealtimes. Health-care routines are well established. Young children are aware of their needs and learn from an early age to be independent, seeking support from the childminder when necessary.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children display confidence and independence from an early age. They are articulate and show a desire to learn new skills and participate in activities with interest and vigour. Children enjoy investigating and are naturally inquisitive, fully engaging in opportunities presented to them. They develop the necessary skills for their future learning and eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY390628 Local authority Tameside Inspection number 10072105 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 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 16 July 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2009 and lives in Dukinfield, Tameside. She operates all year round from 7am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a relevant 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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