Childminder in Warrington

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11/01/2013 Not Applicable

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: Not Applicable How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children 2 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder promotes all areas of children's learning and development well through the good range of experiences and activities she provides.  Children have developed a strong bond with the childminder, who has a caring approach. This helps the children to feel secure and happy.  The childminder works well with parents to involve them in their children's learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 There is scope to improve opportunities during everyday routines for children learn about simple mathematical concepts, such as shape.  Parents' views gathered about the childminder's practice do not yet include their views about areas for improvement, in order that the childminder can develop the provision in line with their wishes and needs.

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Information about this inspection

Inspections of registered early years provision are scheduled:  at least once in every inspection cycle. The current cycle ends on 31 July 2016  more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged as inadequate  brought forward in the inspection cycle where Ofsted has received information that suggests the provision may not be meeting the legal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage; or where assessment of the provision identifies a need for early inspection  prioritised for inspection where we have received information that the provision is not meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and which suggests children may not be safe  at the completion of an investigation into failure to comply with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Information about this inspection

The provision is also registered on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. This report includes a judgment about compliance with the requirements of that register.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the childminder throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at all the relevant documentation.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and the interaction between the childminder and children in the setting.

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Information about the setting

The childminder was registered in 2012 on the Early Years Register and on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She lives with her husband and three children aged six, three and two years in the Orford areas of Warrington. The whole of the ground floor and the rear garden are used for childminding.

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Information about the setting

The childminder attends the local toddler group and visits the local community and park on a regular basis. She takes children to, and collects them from, local schools.

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Information about the setting

There are currently two children on roll. One child is in the early years age range who attends full time. The provision is open all year round from 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays.

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 extend the feedback gathered from parents to further help identify areas for improvement

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 increase children's understanding of mathematical language, such as shapes, through using the names in everyday activities.

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who attend

The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of how to promote the learning and development of young children. She provides interesting and varied experiences that support all areas of learning, such as the self-care skills the children require for transition to school. Children show their confidence in their relationship with the childminder. For example, as they build a tower together and knock it down, the room fills with laughter.

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who attend

The learning environment is engaging and encourages children to explore and play. The childminder plans activities to support children's learning and has a good range of accessible resources to meet the children's individual needs. The childminder supports the children's communication and language development in everyday activities. For example, when playing with the garage the childminder says 'Whee, look at them roll down the hill'. The children repeat this which supports their language development. However, the children's understanding of mathematical language is less well supported, as the childminder does not always promote their understanding of shape. For example, she does not use the names of the wooden shapes as the children use them in their play. She follows children's lead, and skilfully questions and uses their knowledge to talk about things, for example, granddad and the car. This helps children to link important people

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who attend

together and develops their self-awareness. When involving children in other play she does so sensitively. For example, she begins to talk about the train track that she is using and gradually sparks their interest so they join in, again using prior knowledge to talk and build on knowledge, such as how the buses have to stop to pick people up to take them to different places. This helps develop their understanding of the wider world. Children show good concentration as they line up the cars and the trains, and make them move around by pushing the back one, which helps develop an understanding of how things move and operate.

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who attend

Effective observation and assessment ensures that children's progress is effectively monitored across all areas of their learning and development. The childminder has high expectations of the children based on an accurate assessment of their starting points. She works effectively with parents to establish where they are in their development at the start of care and then uses this information to plan for their next steps and continuing progress. Good communication and the sharing of the children's learning records give parents opportunities to understand and learn about the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The use of daily diaries as well as daily interaction ensures that relevant information is shared regarding their children's welfare and progress.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

The childminder gives children's safety priority. Comprehensive risk assessments both within the setting and on outings allow the children to move freely and in safety. Regular fire evacuation practises, learning to use the green cross code and understanding the importance of staying close when out and about, help children develop a good understanding of keeping themselves and others safe.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Gradual settling-in sessions helps the children and parents with the transition to the setting, because they get to know the childminder and the surroundings. Children are learning about their local community as they regularly visit the local park, and the soft play centre. The children enjoy lively games and show their growing independence as they make their own choices in a warm, welcoming and well-resourced environment. Relationships are strong at all levels and children are learning to respect and tolerate each other's differences as they develop their social skills at the local toddler group, learning to share and work together.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Healthy lifestyles are encouraged through the provision of nutritious snacks and home- cooked meals and daily opportunities for exercise outdoors in the garden or the local park. The childminder and children chat about what is healthy and how this helps them to grow strong. The childminder provides clear explanations about what is acceptable behaviour and is consistent in the approach she uses. She is a consistent, calm, good role model for the children. The children show they have a secure attachment to her as they readily include her in play and happily make their needs known. This is because she shows genuine interest in what the children have to say and responds enthusiastically. She follows their lead and talks about their families as they play, which gives them a strong sense of security.

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provision

The childminder's arrangements for safeguarding are detailed, ensuring that children's welfare is consistently prioritised and promoted. She has a strong understanding of the procedures to follow and has all the relevant details for reporting concerns should they arise. She monitors anyone coming to the premises and records their attendance and has recently included mobile phone and camera policies, which further support children's safety.

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provision

The childminder is committed to offering a high quality provision to the children and their families. She continuously monitors and reviews her procedures to ensure that they are current and drive improvement. Regular attendance on training courses and support from the local authority helps the childminder keep her knowledge up to date. This is further supported as she meets with other providers to share good practice. She uses the self- evaluation form as a working document to identify her strengths and address areas for improvement. Parents' views are included in her evaluation processes. However, these are not fully developed to include their views about any areas for improvement in her practice, in order to help the childminder to further develop the provision in accordance with their wishes.

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provision

The childminder monitors her planning and assessment to ensure they display an accurate understanding of the children's abilities and progress. Working in partnership with parents and, when appropriate, other professionals, ensures that children's individual needs are met and they benefit from a consistent approach.

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The Childcare Register

The requirements for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are Met The requirements for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are Met

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Grade Judgement Description

Grade 1 Outstanding Outstanding provision is highly effective in meeting the needs of all children exceptionally well. This ensures that children are very well prepared for the next stage of their learning. Grade 2 Good Good provision is effective in delivering provision that meets the needs of all children well. This ensures children are ready for the next stage of their learning. Grade 3 Satisfactory Satisfactory provision is performing less well than expectations in one or more of the key areas. It requires improvement in order to be good. Grade 4 Inadequate Provision that is inadequate requires significant improvement and/or enforcement. The provision is failing to give children an acceptable standard of early years education and/or is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be inspected again within 12 months of the date of this inspection.

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Grade Judgement Description

Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider does not meet the requirements for registration.

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Inspection

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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY450033 Local authority Warrington Inspection number 811019 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

set out in the guidance ‘raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted', which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk.

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Type of provision

For the purposes of this inspection the following definitions apply:

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Type of provision

Full-time provision is that which operates for more than three hours. These are usually known as nurseries, nursery schools and pre-schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the higher fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Sessional provision operates for more than two hours but does not exceed three hours in any one day. These are usually known as pre-schools, kindergartens or nursery schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the lower fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Childminders care for one or more children where individual children attend for a period of more than two hours in any one day. They operate from domestic premises that are usually their own home. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Type of provision

Out of school provision may be sessional or full-time provision and is delivered before or after school and/or in the summer holidays. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. Where children receive their Early Years Foundation Stage in school these providers do not have to deliver the learning and development requirements in full but should complement the experiences children receive in school. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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,

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Type of provision

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Type of provision

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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