Childminder in Cheshire East

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 May 2015 26 March 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

 The childminder demonstrates very good teaching skills. She is able to identify when it is appropriate to intervene, to extend children's learning, and when to allow children time to freely explore. As a result, children are enthusiastic and motivated learners, who make good progress in their learning and development.  The childminder takes children to a wide range of interesting places, such as the zoo, the seaside, castles and museums. Consequently, children develop a very good understanding of the world around them, and how to behave appropriately in different situations.  Children are confident individuals. Regular visits to toddler groups, and play days with other childminders, help to develop their social skills. In addition, the childminder encourages children to manage their self-care skills, which promotes their independence and self-esteem.  The childminder is knowledgeable about child protection and knows how to recognise,

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This provision is good

and act upon, signs that a child may be at risk of harm. She attends regular safeguarding training, to keep her knowledge updated.  The childminder forms very good relationships with parents. Daily feedback, and updates on their child's learning and development, keeps them well informed about their child's progress. This enables the childminder and parents to work in partnership, to promote children's continued progress at home and in the childminder's care.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not support children as much as possible, to develop their interest in print.  The childminder does not always give children enough opportunities to practise their pedalling and balancing skills.

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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

 provide more opportunities for children to develop their interest in print, for example, by providing a home environment rich in text, signs and symbols  help children to practise their balancing and pedalling skills by providing more consistent opportunities for them to play on wheeled vehicles, such as bikes and scooters, when they play outside.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed interactions between the childminder and children, and discussed the learning benefits of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records, planning documentation and a selection of policies and procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's training and qualifications and the suitability of the household members.  The inspector viewed the childminder's self-evaluation form before the inspection and discussed with the childminder her plans for improvements.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of how to promote children's learning and development. She plans challenging activities, based on her knowledge of children's interests and their stages of development. For example, during an activity using dry rice and pasta, the childminder extends children's communication, physical and mathematical skills. She provides resources, such as cups, spoons and funnels, of different materials. This also enables children to explore, and learn about, different textures. Children use the resources to develop their physical skills. The childminder enhances their experiences through the use of language, such as 'full' and 'empty', developing their mathematical understanding about capacity. These activities help to prepare children well with some of the skills they will need when they move on to school. During outings, the childminder develops children's awareness of print in the environment, promoting their

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who attend. This is good

literacy skills to a good level. However, children do not have as many opportunities to develop their interest further in the childminder's home.

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good

Children are happy, confident and secure in the childminder's care. Parents complete an All about me document to share information about their child's care needs and skills with the childminder. This includes detailed information about children's likes and dislikes and how children respond to different situations, such as when they are tired or unwell. Consequently, the childminder has a very good understanding of children's individual needs from the start of care arrangements. As a result, children's emotional well-being is very well promoted and they settle quickly into the childminder's home. The childminder provides a good range of resources for children, which they are able to independently select. Daily visits to local parks provide opportunities for children to develop physical skills, such as running and climbing. However, the childminder does not provide enough opportunities for children to build on, and practise, other physical skills, such as balancing

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good

and pedalling. This is because children are not given enough opportunities to play on outdoor toys, such as bikes and scooters.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of her role in meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She implements risk assessments to ensure the safety of children in her care. A range of policies, which are regularly reviewed, underpin the childminder's good practice. The childminder is highly motivated to continually develop her professional knowledge and skills. She has a level 4 childcare qualification and is working towards a foundation degree. It is evident that this is developing her understanding of how children learn and how she can promote their further development through her planning and good use of resources. The childminder reviews her provision and consults parents for their views. She has established positive relationships with local schools, promoting continuity of learning for children when they move on from her care.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY304205 Local authority Cheshire East Inspection number 861836 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 26 March 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2005 and lives in Crewe, Cheshire. She operates all year round from 7am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 4.

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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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