Childminder in Warrington

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24/09/2014 23/02/2012

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: 3 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

 Teaching is good because the childminder understands how to promote children's learning. As a result, they enjoy their time with her because she provides a good range of appropriate play experiences.  Children settle well and enjoy their time in the care of the childminder. Children feel safe and build strong attachments, which promotes their emotional well-being and confidence.  The childminder has established effective partnerships with parents. They work in close partnership, in order to support and effectively promote children's care and learning needs.  The childminder has a good understanding of how to manage any concerns regarding children's safeguarding and welfare. As a result, children are kept safe.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 Children are not always able to access their resources and make their own choices to fully promote their independence skills.

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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

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Information about this inspection

 scheduled more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged 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 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  scheduled 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 talked to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection and observed a variety of activities both indoors and outdoors.  The inspector sampled children's assessment records and planning documentation.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector checked evidence of suitability and qualifications of the childminder and looked at a selection of policies and procedures, including safeguarding, risk assessments and self-evaluation.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector took account of the views of parents by reading a number of comments and notes given to the childminder.  The inspector carried out a tour of the premises.

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Information about the setting

The childminder was registered in 1986 on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She lives with her husband and two children in a semi-detached house in Padgate, Warrington. The whole of the ground floor and the rear garden are used for childminding. The childminder visits the shops and park on a regular basis. She collects children from the local schools and pre-schools. There are currently five children on roll, of whom two are within the early years age group, who attend for a variety of sessions. The childminder operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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

 enhance children's independence skills, for example, by reviewing the storage arrangements for resources to enable children to access these independently, so they can consistently direct their own play.

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who attend

Teaching is good. The childminder has a secure knowledge of child development and how children learn. Consequently, children make consistently good progress and develop their skills in readiness for school. Prior to children's admission, she obtains a wealth of information from parents. This supports children while they are settling in. This information is also used by the childminder as part of the initial assessments of the children to enable her to identify their starting points and from which to measure their progress. As a result, children make consistently good progress right from the start. The childminder makes regular observations and assessments of the children and she uses the information from these observations well to identify their next steps for their learning. To extend children's learning further, parents are encouraged to add their own observations from home of their children's development. This information is used skilfully when

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who attend

planning appropriate activities and experiences.

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who attend

The childminder provides children with a good range of resources and plans a wide range of activities that ignite their interests and motivate them to learn. For example, children learn the concept of size when filling the digger with different shapes and sizes of pasta. The childminder skilfully asks questions to the children to ignite their thinking, which allows them to solve problems. This means that educational programmes are well balanced and cover the areas of learning and children are active learners. The childminder demonstrates adequate levels of enthusiasm and engagement. For example, she praises children's efforts as they attempt to count to 10, which fosters their self-esteem and confidence and encourages them to persevere. The childminder effectively supports children with their communication and language development. Children demonstrate their enjoyment of singing songs when playing inside. For example, they sing 'Twinkle twinkle

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who attend

little star' into a microphone with confidence. This helps to support their early communication and language skills well, preparing them for their continued development and learning.

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who attend

The childminder regularly shares information with parents about their child's development through a variety of means, such as completing the progress check for children between the ages of two and three years, discussions and sharing their development records. This ensures continuity of care and learning and identifies any additional support a child may need. Parents are encouraged to make regular written contributions to children's learning journeys, when they take them home to read. This means that parents are kept well informed about their children's progress.

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

Children are very happy and settled with the childminder because she takes time to get to know them and their families well. The childminder has developed very positive relationships with parents, based on friendship and trust and is flexible in her provision. She understands and has a good knowledge of children's care and welfare needs and ensures that these are well met. Consequently, children form very strong attachments with the childminder, which in turn supports their emotional well-being. Children behave well because they receive positive praise and encouragement and the childminder is quick to remind them of her expectations when required. As a result, children are secure and develop the emotional skills they need for future moves, including school.

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

Children develop a healthy lifestyle through daily physical exercise and the promotion of healthy eating by the childminder. She plans lots of outdoor play at home and she keeps children safe from harm by supervising them well at all times. They play with large equipment in the garden, which successfully promotes children's physical skills and introduces them to consider risks in a safe environment. Children enjoy nutritious snacks and meals that reflect their individual dietary requirements. The childminder also ensures children drink plenty of water throughout the day. Children develop good personal hygiene skills as they learn to wash their hands at key times and use the toilet independently. As a result, children are making progress in personal, social and emotional development.

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

Children play and explore in a clean and well-maintained environment both indoors and outdoors. Resources are age appropriate and promote positive images of diversity, which supports children to learn about the world around them. The childminder regularly checks the toys for any hazards or dangers to the children. However, children are not always able to access their resources and make their own choices independently, in order to consistently direct their own play.

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provision

The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. She is very committed to keeping children safe and promoting their welfare at all times. She has attended safeguarding training and is aware of appropriate contacts for further advice and support should she be concerned about a child's welfare. The childminder and other adults living on the premises have appropriate suitability checks in place, which assures children's welfare. Children are appropriately supervised and safeguarding practices are evident. For example, the childminder ensures that exit doors are always locked, visitors are checked on arrival and the childminder maintains appropriate insurance. She carries out a daily risk assessments to help her make sure that children are safe in the home. In addition, the childminder completes daily registers and records accidents that children may have while in her care or if medication is

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provision

administered. As a result, children are kept safe at all times.

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provision

The childminder has made good progress since the last inspection and she has effectively addressed the actions and recommendations raised. For example, planning for the outdoor area is in place, so that children have good opportunities to take part in activities outside, which enhance their learning. The childminder undertakes self-evaluative practice and she is able to identify areas of weakness, which she feels needs development. She seeks the opinions of parents and finds out what children like by offering a choice of activities. This helps her to evaluate her practice and to bring about improvements for children. In addition to this, since the last inspection, the childminder has a recently attended and completed a Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce at Level 3. The impact of this training is clearly seen in her knowledge and understanding of how to support children's learning and development.

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provision

The childminder has a range of policies and procedures in place and these are updated and shared with parents frequently. A daily communication book keeps parents up to date with their child's routines while they are in the care of the childminder. The childminder seeks feedback from parents and carers regarding the care she provides. They speak very positively about the childminder, commenting on how their child has developed beyond age related expectations. Also, parents value the care provided and support offered to her and the family. The childminder has a suitable understanding of how to work in partnership with other settings or agencies to provide appropriate support for children. This includes being proactive in making contact to gather or share information, so that consistent support is agreed.

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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 Requires improvement The provision is not giving children a good standard of early years education and/or there are minor breaches of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. We re-inspect nurseries and pre-schools judged as requires improvement within 12 months of the date of inspection. Grade 4 Inadequate Provision that is inadequate requires significant improvement and/or enforcement action. The provision is failing to give children an acceptable standard of early years education and/or

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Grade Judgement Description

is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be monitored and inspected again within six months of the date of this inspection. Met There were no children present at the time of the inspection. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not met There were no children present at the time of the inspection. 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 314784 Local authority Warrington Inspection number 818996 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Telephone number

set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: 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, which are usually the childminder’s 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

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