Childminder in Cheshire West and Chester

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 June 2015 24 September 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 Outstanding 1

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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 has a good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She regularly and accurately reviews children's progress and uses this information gained to plan appropriate next steps in their learning. Therefore, all children make consistently good progress from their starting points.  The childminder takes all necessary steps to keep children safe and protected. She keeps her safeguarding knowledge updated by attending training and knows who to contact if she has concerns about any child.  Children expertly follow sensible hygiene routines. They enjoy a range of nutritious meals and snacks, which promotes their very good health.  The childminder has a strong commitment to reflecting on her practice and actively seeks the views of parents. She meets regularly with other childminders, where they share ideas and good practice.  Partnerships with parents are very good. The childminder regularly shares information

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This provision is good

with them about their children's progress and how they can support their learning at home.  The childminder provides an exceptionally warm and welcoming environment. Children form very close bonds with the childminder, which helps them to feel very emotionally secure and safe in her care.  The childminder interacts well with children as she continually talks to them throughout their play and models language. This successfully develops children's communication and language skills.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 There are occasions when the childminder does not always explain to children about why things happen.

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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

 strengthen the good quality of teaching even further, for example, by explaining to children why things happen to enhance their understanding and promote their developing curiosity.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the playroom and outdoor area. She spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's files, observations, assessments and planning records and parents' written comments.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and the suitability of adult household members.  The inspector toured the childminder's premises.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder's quality of teaching is good and children make good progress as a result. She plans activities, which meet children's interests and offers challenges to extend their learning. Children therefore, enjoy themselves and have fun while learning through play. They squeal with delight while playing in the water as the childminder whisks up the bubble solution. However, there are times when the childminder does not fully explain what she is doing. For example, when water and the bubble solution are mixed together, she does not help children to think about what might happen. The childminder encourages children to explore the texture and they discuss how the bubbles feel on their skin. Children look in the mirror and giggle at the foam beards on their chins. Children are developing good skills in mathematics. They pour water into different containers as the childminder explains about full and empty.

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outstanding

The childminder has an excellent knowledge of the children's interests and their routines. This supports children's well-being and has a positive impact on their learning. Children's independence is given high priority during everyday routines. For example, the childminder skilfully encourages children to make choices about what they want to do and they readily select resources. Children receive constant positive praise and encouragement and are extremely confident and self-assured. Children's physical skills are exceptionally well promoted as they can always choose when they want to play outdoors. Regular outings to community groups, the park and zoo mean that children develop confidence in various social situations. Therefore, children are extremely well prepared for the move on to the next stage in their learning, including school. The childminder has very high aspirations of the children and is an excellent role model of behaviour. As a result, children

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outstanding

are very well behaved. The childminder provides opportunities for children to take risks in their play. For example, as children walk in the community, they discuss road safety, which helps to develop their awareness of keeping safe.

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provision is good

The childminder is well qualified. She attends a variety of training courses and implements her knowledge gained from them to continually improve children's learning. A very effective range of policies help to support her work and these are shared with parents when their child starts at the setting. The childminder has successfully addressed the recommendations from the previous inspection. For example, she now conducts regular risk assessments and removes any hazards, where appropriate. The childminder routinely checks children's progress and regularly evaluates the experiences she plans and provides. This means, children continue to make good progress. The childminder works effectively with other childcare providers to promote continuity in children's learning and development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY224823 Local authority Cheshire West and Chester Inspection number 869858 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 24 September 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2002 and lives in the Marlston-cum-Lache area of Chester, Cheshire. She operates all year round from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant 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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