Childminder in Stockport

Inspection date 9 May 2019 Previous inspection date 16 December 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 a secure understanding of how children learn and develop. She plays alongside children, helping them to be motivated to learn. Children make good progress in their learning from their starting points. n The childminder has good systems to monitor children's learning and progress. She make records available to parents and shares information to help support children's learning at home. n Children develop close relationships with the childminder, who has a good understanding of their individual needs and interests. This helps to support children's emotional well-being effectively. n The childminder acts as a positive role model. She encourages children to share and take turns as they play. This promotes children's understanding of how to be kind and to respect one another. n The childminder does not always make the most of opportunities to encourage young children to recognise the initial sounds letters make in words.

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This provision is good

n The childminder misses some opportunities to further develop young children's early understanding of numbers and counting.

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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 enhance opportunities that help further increase children's recognition of the initial sounds in words n increase opportunities for children to practise their early mathematical skills, in particular their recognition of numbers and counting.

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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 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 discussions with the childminder and the children at relevant times during the inspection. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including evidence of the suitability of adults living at the home.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder displays a sound knowledge of local authority reporting procedures and how to protect children from harm. She completes risk assessments on her home and when taking children out in the local area. The childminder uses self-evaluation well. She uses her knowledge to continually reflect on her practice to ensure children experience good-quality learning opportunities. She values the views of parents in the process. The childminder has established good relationships and links with the local primary school. She shares information with teachers to help support children's care and learning needs. The childminder accesses training to update her skills and knowledge, and links with other childminders to share good practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans an engaging range of experiences which capture the children's curiosity and enjoyment. For instance, children's interest in creative tasks is promoted through an array of drawing and sticking activities. Children's language and communication skills are supported well. For example, as children make cakes, the childminder talks continually to the children about what they are doing and models language effectively. She encourages children to learn and use key vocabulary, such as 'mix' and 'stir', as they add ingredients. Children take great pride in decorating their cakes when they have finished baking. Young children explore interactive technology toys with confidence. They learn how to push the buttons to activate different noises and enjoy using these to solve simple problems. Children enthusiastically engage in imaginary play, dressing up as pirates.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a range of activities and opportunities for children to develop their physical skills. This helps to support children's well-being and their understanding of a healthy lifestyle. For example, children eagerly participate in jumping on a large trampoline in the garden. Good settling-in procedures ensure each child's needs are met. The childminder uses routine activities to teach children about safety. For example, she talks to children about being safe in the kitchen and being careful of the hot oven as their cakes are baking. Children are taken on visits to local groups. They meet with other children so that they can learn to socialise and develop their understanding of diversity and the wider world. The childminder appropriately praises them for their efforts, which builds their confidence and self-esteem.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are eager and active learners. They are encouraged to choose and lead their own play and select resources independently. Children learn to take responsibility for their self-care. They follow routines for handwashing and attend to their personal hygiene. This helps them to learn the skills needed for the next stages in their learning and development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY487554 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 10072011 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 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1 Date of previous inspection 16 December 2015

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The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in the Offerton area of Stockport. She operates all year round from 7am until 6pm, Monday to Saturday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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