Childminder in Liverpool

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 February 2015 30 March 2010

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Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 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 Good 2

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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 always make use of information gathered from children's observations and assessments to plan challenging activities that are matched to children's identified learning needs and interests.  The childminder does not always gather information about the child's capabilities from parents on entry.  Children are not always able to access resources in the environment to promote their independence and confidence.

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It has the following strengths

 The childminder fully understands how to safeguard children. Policies and procedures are clear and are effectively implemented. The childminder regularly refreshes her safeguarding knowledge and understanding to ensure this is accurate and current.  Children are happy and well settled in the childminder's care. She is attentive and offers genuine reassurance. This means children are emotionally secure and confident to learn.  The childminder makes full use of opportunities during every day routines to promote younger children's awareness of the importance of good hygiene practices.  The childminder uses sound teaching techniques, which are tailored to the children's individual abilities. She is able to adapt her learning styles to ensure that children make steady progress in their learning.

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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 way information gained from observations and assessments is used, to plan challenging activities and experiences across all areas of learning  gather information on children's capabilities from parents on entry to ensure children's learning is effectively planned for when they first attend the setting.

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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

 review the storage arrangements of resources, for example, to enable children to access these independently so they can consistently direct their own play.

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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 carried out 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

Children engage in a variety of activities which promotes their learning adequately. For example, the childminder supports children's mathematical development during activities as she counts the blocks with the children as they build a tower. She promotes early literacy skills as she reads age-appropriate books to the children. This means that children develop the skills, attitudes and dispositions needed for the next stage in their learning. The childminder carries out regular observations of children as they play. However, the childminder does not always fully utilise information gained from the observations to plan stimulating activities according to children's individual needs and abilities. Therefore, planned activities sometimes lack appropriate challenge to help children to make good progress. The childminder shares information with parents on a regular basis about their child's learning. However, when children start at the setting, the childminder does not

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who attend. This requires improvement

always obtain information from parents about children's starting points. Therefore, she is unable to demonstrate that children are making good progress given their starting points.

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good

Children have positive relationships with the childminder. The atmosphere is welcoming, calm and relaxed and children are given good support to settle and feel secure. The childminder has discussions with parents regarding children's individual care needs prior to starting. Children's needs are carefully considered throughout the day, with adjustments to the routines if necessary. The childminder provides regular visits to stay and play sessions within the community, so children develop their confidence in socialising with others. Children's dietary needs are catered for and all meals are home cooked and healthy. Children are confident and independent within their environment as they know where to find their favourite toys. However, some resources are stored up high. This means children are not always able to access their resources and make their own choices in order to consistently direct their own play.

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provision requires improvement

The childminder has a satisfactory understanding of the learning and development requirements. The monitoring of children's progress is carried out which ensures that support is identified at appropriate times. Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates a commitment to working in partnership with schools and other early years providers to maintain a consistent approach to children's learning. The childminder has reflected on and addressed actions and recommendations raised at the last inspection. For example, she has strengthened her policies and procedures for safeguarding children to protect children from harm. This means she has the capacity to improve her provision further. The childminder keeps up-to-date and attends training to extend her knowledge of how children learn. Parents comment that they are delighted with the service provided by the childminder.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY230741 Local authority Liverpool Inspection number 999205 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 30 March 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2003. She lives in Mossley Hill, Liverpool. She operates term time only 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

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

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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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