McCartney, Sharon Irene

Overall effectiveness Requires improvement

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Requires improvement Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision requires improvement

Children are well cared for by the childminder, who is kind and nurturing in her approach. She provides an exciting curriculum that focuses on what children need to learn next. The childminder wants all children to achieve and provides lots of encouragement. As a result, children are willing to have a go and rise to the challenge. They are immensely proud of their achievements, such as climbing the 'wobbly slide' all by themselves. The childminder works closely with teachers to help children overcome any barriers to learning. This has worked particularly well because she has taken on board teachers' ideas. Consequently, older children enjoy the varied activities that keep them engaged.

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The provision requires improvement

Children are well behaved. The childminder responds promptly to any unwanted behaviour by talking to children about their actions. This embeds their awareness of boundaries and helps them to understand behavioural expectations. The childminder plans weekly trips to the community centre to visit the 'elderly ladies'. Children thoroughly enjoy these experiences and always remember to say 'please' and 'thank you' for their biscuits and drinks. They also benefit from outings further afield, which widens their experiences. Children's safety is fully assured. They wear high-visibility jackets and the childminder supervises them at all times.

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The provision requires improvement

The childminder is keen to improve her practice. She is aware that she has not kept up to date with mandatory training and has breached some requirements. Nevertheless, these breaches do not impact on children's safety or well-being.

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need to do better?

n Although there are gaps in the childminder's overall management of her provision, the quality of education is strong. The childminder plans activities with a purpose. She has a clear focus on what children need to learn to help them develop important skills. For example, the childminder introduces new words as children play with their favourite characters. She models correct language, interacts well with children, asks meaningful questions and gives children time to respond. Overall, the childminder has created an environment where language is valued. As a result, young children use words that convey meaning, such as 'goodbye' and 'have a good day'. n Children are eager learners and enjoy the activities provided. They display good problem-solving skills as they try to fit the train track together. The childminder demonstrates how the pieces connect and offers lots of encouragement until they finally succeed. Children enjoy counting the trains, which helps to improve

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need to do better?

their awareness of number. Children have lots of opportunities to practise their counting skills. For example, they venture to the shops to spend real money and count autumn leaves they have collected during their nature walk.

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need to do better?

30 October 2019 n Children enjoy a range of healthy breakfast choices, including fresh fruit selections, toast, crumpets and cereals. However, lunches are limited to sandwiches and fruit. As a result, children have limited opportunities to experience new food textures and tastes. n The childminder introduces books as part of children's learning to help them develop a love of stories and narratives. Children are able to select books independently. At other times, the childminder uses books, such as 'The Stickman', which complement older children's learning at school. They collect stick bundles and these props ensure younger children are able to take part in this exciting topic. The childminder sets challenges that keep children focused in their learning. For example, toddlers explore the textures of pumpkins, while older children maintain focus for a long period of time as they carefully carve their pumpkins.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has not ensured effective management of her provision. She has failed to notify Ofsted of a significant event, which is a requirement of registration. During the inspection, this breach was discussed with the childminder and she acknowledged that she had overlooked this requirement. In addition, the childminder has not kept up to date with her continuous professional development, including some mandatory training. She acknowledged that improvements are needed and has identified training that will further enhance the quality of her practice.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a secure knowledge of child protection matters and understands her duty to protect children. She is fully aware of the possible signs of abuse and the steps to take if she has any concerns whatsoever. The childminder has worked effectively with statutory agencies to ensure that children and their families receive the help they need. Her child protection records are meticulous. The childminder ensures children are safe in her care. She keeps them in sight and/or hearing at all times. The childminder also teaches children how to keep themselves safe. For example, toddlers know to hold the handlebars of the pushchair when they venture on outings. Despite this good practice, the childminder has not updated her child protection training, as required by the local authority.

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Due date

30 October 2019 undertake appropriate mandatory training and professional development opportunities to enhance further the quality of practice. 04/12/2019

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should:

n widen the range of healthy foods so that children can experience different tastes and textures, and to help them understand the importance of a more varied diet.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY461979 Local authority Rochdale Inspection number 10129430 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 to 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 9 February 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Middleton. She operates Monday to Friday from 7am to 6pm, all year round, with the exception of bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n This inspection was carried out following the risk assessment process. n Discussions were held with the childminder and children throughout the inspection. n The inspector observed the quality of education and the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector reviewed some documents, including the childminder's first-aid certificate. n The inspector checked the childminder's arrangements for safeguarding. n The inspector viewed all areas of the childminder's home where childcare is provided.

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Inspection activities

We carried out this inspection 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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Inspection activities

30 October 2019 30 October 2019 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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