Childminder in Manchester

Inspection date 4 July 2019 Previous inspection date 8 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 Good 2

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This provision is good

n The childminder has carefully considered the indoor and outdoor environment to make best use of the space available. She provides a wide range of exciting and well- organised resources that are easily accessible to children. n The childminder establishes good relationships with parents. Parents highly commend the childminder and the care that she provides to their children. She regularly shares her assessments of children's progress and supports parents in their child's ongoing learning and development at home. n The childminder is a good teacher. She has a good understanding of how children learn. She responds very well to children's interests, and skilfully guides their development through warm and positive interactions. n The childminder uses detailed observation, planning and assessment to monitor children's progress. She completes a summary of children's progress when they are aged between two and three years. This provides an accurate overview of where

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This provision is good

children are in their learning. n Children behave very well. The nurturing childminder demonstrates clear behavioural expectations. Consequently, children know what is expected from them. They are familiar with routines and follow instructions very well. Children talk to each other with respect and regularly use their manners. n The childminder works well with other early years settings children also attend. They share information about children's next steps to help promote consistency in children's learning and development. n At times, the childminder moves on to other activities too quickly, which does not allow children enough time to naturally conclude their play. n Occasionally, the childminder misses opportunities to further extend children's learning so that they can achieve even better learning outcomes.

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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 children with enough time to naturally conclude their play so they can fully achieve the intended outcome and progress even further in their learning n make better use of opportunities to further extend children's learning so that they can achieve the best possible outcomes.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector observed the quality of teaching 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 took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided. n The inspector looked at relevant records, documents and policies. n The inspector had a tour of the childminder's home. She spoke with the children and held discussions with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder is committed to ensuring children benefit from good-quality learning experiences. She routinely reflects on her practice to continually make improvements. For example, she has accessed speech and language training to support children with their speaking skills. The childminder is vigilant as she supervises children to ensure their safety. She has a thorough understanding of the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder gains detailed information from parents about children's routines, interests and abilities on entry. This enables her to plan play activities to support children's learning effectively. The childminder works closely with other childminders to share best practice. This enriches the opportunities she provides to children to enhance their learning and development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a purposeful learning environment that challenges and engages children in their play. She plans varied activities based on children's interests. For instance, children inquisitively watch bees in the childminder's garden. She uses effective teaching to build on children's experiences. For example, children delight as they use their creative skills to make bees in the modelling dough. She skilfully promotes children's mathematical skills as she encourages children to count. The childminder enriches children's vocabulary as she uses words such as 'pollen' and 'nectar'. Children develop an appreciation of books and gain early literacy skills. They thoroughly enjoy choosing books and listen with intent as the childminder reads.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children confidently move around the childminder's home. They independently choose their own play and demonstrate they are comfortable in their surroundings. Children have plenty of opportunity to be physically active and they relish playing outdoors. They competently move themselves in wheeled cars and enjoy playing in the sand and water. Children immerse themselves in their imagination as they play with prams and dolls. Children are sociable and confident communicators. For instance, they quickly engage in conversations as they sit sensibly at the table to eat their snack. The childminder acknowledges children's efforts and achievements, helping to build their self-esteem. Children are provided with opportunities to learn about the local community. For example, they enjoy visiting the fire station and local park.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make consistently good progress and are gaining the skills needed in readiness for school. Older children show their good writing skills as they concentrate to write their name. Younger children are highly motivated and interact positively with their older peers. Children explore with interest and persevere with activities. They are independent and capable. Children learn how to interact appropriately, take turns and share their ideas.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY477028 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 10064810 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 9 Date of previous inspection 8 February 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Withington, Manchester. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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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