Childminder in Wigan

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28/11/2014 13/11/2008

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: 2 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 uses a clear observation and assessment system to help her promote children's good progress and plan a range of purposeful learning experiences.  The childminder is fully committed to ensuring she is up to date with all aspects of training and professional development. As a result, children's safety is promoted and they experience a good quality learning environment.  The childminder promotes children's welfare as she meets the safeguarding requirements effectively.  Children receive the individualised support they need because the childminder works effectively in partnership with parents.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 The childminder does not always effectively share detailed information about children's learning with other settings they attend, so that continuity of learning is promoted to the highest level.

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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 observed activities and interaction between the childminder and the children during play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at documents relating to the Early Years Foundation Stage provided by the childminder, including children's assessment records.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and all household members.

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Information about the setting

The childminder was registered in 1994 and is on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She lives with her husband and one child in the Winstanley area of Wigan. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding. There is a secure garden available for outdoor play. The childminder's home is close to local amenities, including parks and shops. There are currently six children on roll, two of whom are in the early years age group and attend for a variety of sessions. The childminder operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. She is a member of the Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years.

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

 extend the sharing of detailed information about children's learning with other settings they attend, so that continuity of learning is promoted to the highest level.

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who attend

The childminder has a good knowledge of how children develop and learn. She provides a wide range of activities and experiences that give children many opportunities for independent play and learning. Consequently, they are making good progress in all areas of their development. Children choose between the indoor and outdoor environment so they can play where they learn best. In the outdoor area, children enjoy riding on bicycles and throwing quoits, developing their large physical skills. There are good opportunities indoors and outdoors for children to make marks, which supports them in their early writing skills. Children enjoy finding out about numbers and count carefully, pointing to each object in turn.

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who attend

Using starting points from discussions with parents and detailed feedback, the childminder is able to build on what children know and extends their learning. The childminder regularly shares children's progress with the parents through daily discussions, and provides them with information relating to children's next steps in learning so they are able to continue this learning at home. Therefore, a consistent approach is created. The childminder completes ongoing observations of the children, which allows her to provide activities and experiences that enhance learning and supports children to make good progress. The childminder maintains a record of individual children's learning. This record contains observations, in both written and photographic format, and tracks children's progress over time. The clear procedure enables the childminder to target learning in the areas of greatest need. The childminder demonstrates an awareness of how to support

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who attend

children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She is aware of which agencies to consult and the process of assessment. As a result, all children are supported in making good progress over time, given their starting points.

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who attend

The childminder plays alongside the children and constantly encourages them to talk, which helps them to develop their vocabulary. Children enjoy looking at familiar books with the childminder. They point to illustrations, then the childminder talks to them about the pictures, which supports them to make good progress in their communication, language and literacy skills. Regular visits to local play sessions give children the opportunity to play with other children and develop friendships, which helps them in developing their social skills and to be ready for their next stage in learning.

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

The childminder has established strong and secure attachments with children. Her sensitive and calm approach means that children are happy and content as they play and seek resources that stimulate their interests. The childminder respects children's views and values their opinions as she consistently offers them choices. For example, children can choose which fruit they will eat for snack and they decide how they will use different resources to support them in their play. Therefore, children are emotionally well prepared for their next stage of learning. The childminder gathers a range of information from parents, and children have opportunities to visit before they start. This supports a smooth transition process and supports children's emotional well-being. The childminder discusses the children's routine with parents daily and ensures that all parents understand what their children have been doing throughout the day through the use of a daily diary and

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

The childminder sets clear and consistent boundaries for children, thus helping them to manage their behaviour. She helps children understand about taking turns and being kind to each other and this helps them to learn about the impact of their actions. The childminder offers the children lots of praise and encouragement, which boosts their confidence and self-esteem. The childminder undertakes activities to help children develop their understanding of risk. For example, they visit the park and local playground, as well as walks to school and to the shops. Consequently, children are learning about playing safely and the importance of road safety while out walking in the community.

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

The childminder promotes good hygiene practices and children's independence. She shows young children how to wash their hands after using the toilet and before snacks and meals. The childminder provides children with healthy snacks and meals and ensures mealtimes are a pleasant, sociable time where they all sit and chat together. She supports and encourages young children to learn how to eat independently, enhancing their self- care skills. Children have many opportunities to be out in the fresh air and undertake exercise, which contributes towards a healthy lifestyle.

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provision

The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of her safeguarding responsibilities. She has an up-to-date policy, which outlines the procedures in place in the event of a safeguarding concern. The childminder undertakes a risk assessment of her home and of outings, and puts effective measures in place to minimise any potential hazards. For example, she fits a guard to the kitchen door to prevent fingers from trapping. The childminder has an up-to-date first-aid qualification so she is able to respond to accidents and injuries swiftly. The childminder vigilantly checks the identification of visitors and keeps her house and garden secure. She implements a clear mobile phone policy in order to protect the children in her care.

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provision

The childminder ensures that her planning, observations and assessments meet children's individual interests. She monitors their development regularly and completes summative assessments. Consequently, it is clear how well children are progressing towards the early learning goals and any early intervention required can be easily identified. The childminder is committed to keeping herself up to date. She has attended a range of appropriate courses, which have enhanced her knowledge of how children learn. The childminder reflects on her practice, the environment and her resources continually. She is fully aware of her strengths and areas to improve, and has sought out related training to support her in continually improving.

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provision

The childminder attends a local childminding group and this supports her in implementing new ideas and activities. Partnerships with parents are well established and consistently contribute to meeting individual children's needs. However, the childminder does not always effectively share detailed information about children's learning with other settings they attend, to ensure that continuity of learning is promoted to the highest level.

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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 322590 Local authority Wigan Inspection number 872154 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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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

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

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