Childminder in Warrington

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 January 2015 6 August 2014

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Previous inspection: Inadequate 4 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Requires improvement The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Requires improvement The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Requires improvement The setting does not meet legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision requires improvement. It is not yet good because:

 The childminder does not keep an accurate daily record children's hours of attendance in line with legal requirements.  The childminder does not use the information gained from children's observations to plan challenging activities that are matched to children's identified learning needs and interests.  Children have fewer opportunities to see text, numbers and print in the environment, in order to enhance their early literacy skills and numeracy skills.  The current system for self-evaluation does not yet incorporate the views of parents and children in order to drive improvement.

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It has the following strengths

 The childminder has a secure understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse and has a detailed safeguarding policy.  Since the last inspection, the childminder has valued the guidance from her local authority adviser and is committed to making sustained improvement, which benefits the children in her care.  The childminder generally interacts well with children, extending their vocabulary and helping them to take part in discussions, which supports their future learning and readiness for school.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage the provider must:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 improve the planning of challenging, age-appropriate learning experiences by using information gained from observations about children's individual needs and interests more effectively  maintain an accurate daily record of the names of the children being cared for and their hours of attendance.

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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

 involve children and parents in the current evaluation process to promote continuous improvement in the quality of the provision  develop children's literacy and numeracy skills further, for example, by displaying numbers, letters and words for children to refer to in their play.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Childcare Register the provider must:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 keep a daily record of the names of the children looked after on the premises and their hours of attendance (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  keep a daily record of the names of the children looked after on the premises and their hours of attendance (voluntary part of the Childcare Register).

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Inspection activities

 The inspector sampled children's assessment records and planning documentation.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and looked at a selection of policies and procedures including safeguarding, risk assessments and self-evaluation.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents by reading a number of comments and notes given to the childminder.  The inspector had a tour of the premises.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.

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who attend. This requires improvement

The childminder has a satisfactory knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She generally supports children in their learning and development and as they prepare for the next stage in their learning. Children have access to a variety of toys and resources. However, children have fewer opportunities to see text, numbers and print, in order to enhance their early literacy skills and numeracy skills during their play. The childminder regularly observes children as they play and has a secure understanding of their likes and dislikes. However, the childminder does not always fully utilise information gained from observations to plan stimulating activities according to children's individual needs and abilities. Therefore, planned activities do not always challenge children to make good progress. Young children are supported to develop their communication skills during their play. For example, the childminder repeats key words and introduces new language. The

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who attend. This requires improvement

childminder updates parents about their children's learning adequately. For example, by sharing records of children's progress with parents to ensure they are fully involved in their child's learning.

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requires improvement

Children settle quickly in the welcoming atmosphere created by the childminder. This means that they are emotionally secure and children's confidence and self-motivation is promoted. Children's physical development is promoted as children have access to the outdoors either in the garden or playing at the local park. The childminder ensures that children maintain good hygiene procedures as she encourages them to wash their hands before meals. The childminder provides healthy meals and ensures that all dietary requirements are catered for. Children behave well because they receive positive praise and encouragement and the childminder is quick to remind children of her expectations when required. Children are encouraged to manage their self-help skills as they are encouraged to go to the toilet independently.

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provision requires improvement

The childminder has attended training courses to improve her knowledge of the learning and development requirements. The childminder carries out risk assessments to help her make sure that children are safe in the home and when on outings. However, the childminder does not keep an accurate daily record of children's attendance. This is a breach of the Early Years Register and the Childcare Register. The childminder has addressed actions and recommendations raised at the last inspection, which demonstrates she has the capacity to improve her provision. However, she does not yet incorporate the views of parents and children into her self-evaluation to drive improvement. The childminder works in partnership with schools to ensure that there is a consistent approach to children's learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY245696 Local authority Warrington Inspection number 986990 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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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 6 August 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2003. She lives in Warrington, Cheshire. She operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Telephone number

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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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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

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