Childminder in Halton

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 April 2015 27 February 2009

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is good

 Partnerships with parents and other early years providers are well established. Parents are well informed of their children's progress. This ensures a coordinated approach to meeting children's individual care and learning needs.  The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding children and gives high priority to their safety. As a result, children are well protected from harm.  The childminder manages children's behaviour effectively. As a result, children have a good understanding of rules and boundaries within the setting.  The childminder has a good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She provides activities that keep children stimulated and interested across all areas of learning. Observation and assessment processes are in place, and children's interests and the next steps in their learning, are planned for. As a result, all children make good progress.  Children have daily opportunities to benefit from fresh air and physical exercise,

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This provision is good

outdoors. Healthy snacks and drinks are provided and children discuss what food is good for them. As a result, children begin to develop an understanding of how to make healthy choices and the importance of being active.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Information gained from parents when their child first starts, does not always provide the childminder with enough detailed information regarding their levels of achievement so far.  Children are not always able to independently access or choose from the full range of creative materials available.

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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

 increase the depth of information gathered from parents about children's learning and development, when children first start attending, in order to further enrich the planning process from the beginning  organise creative resources effectively, to enable children to have independent access to a wider range of materials, in order for them to further express their own ideas and be creative.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children taking part in activities.  The inspector viewed all areas of the premises used for childminding.  The inspector spoke with the childminder, children and parents at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector viewed and discussed with the childminder, children's learning files, qualifications, along with arrangements for self-evaluation and improvement.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's suitability.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop, and knows what to do to support their progression. As a result, teaching is good. The childminder is skilled at differentiating activities to support children of different ages. For example, while rolling balls along angled drainpipes, older children are encouraged to solve problems and think of ways they could stop the ball from rolling off the edge. Younger children are supported to place the balls at the top and eagerly catch them at the bottom. The childminder joins in with their play, for example, by suggesting they add water. Children become fascinated as they watch the ball move faster with the force of the water. As a result, children are highly engaged in play and are active learners. Children enjoy making marks on boards, and explore the texture of mixing sand and water. The childminder complements children's learning from other settings that they attend, and follows on their

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who attend. This is good

recent learning about growth. They discuss sunflowers and make their own creation on paper. However, children are not always able to independently access or choose from the full range of creative materials because they are out of reach, or stored in a cupboard.

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good

The childminder provides a warm, friendly and stimulating environment which motivates children to learn. Children form close bonds with the childminder because she gathers relevant information from parents to ensure their needs are met. This effectively supports children's confidence and emotional well-being. However, this information is not always sufficient in detail about children's level of learning and development stages, to enable highly effective planning for children's learning when they first start. Children accompany the childminder to local schools, where they collect older children. In addition to this, they attend playgroups and mix with other children. Consequently, they develop skills to prepare them for when they move onto school. Children learn to manage their own risks and develop an awareness of keeping themselves safe. For example, they take appropriate risks when on trips to the local park and take part in regular fire drills.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of her role and responsibilities. Clear policies and procedures are in place which strengthens her practice. The well-qualified childminder builds on her already good knowledge and keeps up to date with changes in early years practice. For example, she links with other childminders and attends additional training to benefit children, such as managing behaviour. The childminder has recently moved into a new house and has spoken to parents and children to gain their views about future plans. For example, children speak about what new equipment they would like in the garden and parents give ideas of developing a vegetable patch. As a result, the childminder demonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement and developing the service she offers.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY293960 Local authority Halton Inspection number 977589 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 27 February 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in Widnes, Cheshire. The childminder operates her service all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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