Childminder in Warrington

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 July 2015 25 October 2011

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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 quality of teaching is good. The childminder has completed a recognised qualification since her last inspection which has improved her knowledge and understanding of how children learn. She continues to access further training and completes her own research. This helps her to make improvements to her practice.  The childminder uses effective observations to plan challenging activities that cover the seven areas of learning. She assesses children's development well and plans effectively for their next steps in learning. As a result, children make good progress from their starting points.  Healthy and balanced food options are provided. The childminder raises children's understanding about healthy lifestyles through discussions and various planned activities. This helps young children learn about being healthy and understand their own personal care needs.  The childminder forms strong partnerships with parents. Regular information is shared

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This provision is good

with parents about the activities their children enjoy, which supports children's learning at home.  The childminder provides good opportunities for children to become familiar with technology and understand how this can be used to retrieve information.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not use every opportunity to promote children's understanding that print has meaning to help develop their early reading skills.  During some creative activities, children are overly directed by the childminder, which does not fully support them to be imaginative, develop their own ideas and represent objects as they see them.

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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

 maximise opportunities for children to see and use written words in their everyday environment to help develop early reading skills  extend the opportunities for children to explore their own ideas, use their imagination and represent objects as they see them.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's lounge and garden.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector discussed self-evaluation and how this is organised to drive improvements that benefit the children.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at a range of records, including children's details, learning information, written policies, planning, risk assessments, training certificates and a selection of other documents.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder uses a good range of teaching strategies to support children as they play. She talks to children at their level and asks them questions to help expand their learning and communication skills. This helps them to acquire skills in readiness for school or their next stage in learning. The childminder provides children with good opportunities to develop a love of books as they listen to stories together. However, the childminder does not maximise opportunities for children to see and use written words in their everyday environment. This results in children having less opportunity to understand that print has meaning and slows the development of early reading skills. The childminder plans interesting activities and provides a good range of resources based upon children's interests. She sits with them as they use a variety of creative media and materials. However, the childminder sometimes over-directs children and makes suggestions about

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who attend. This is good

which resources they should use. This means children are not able to fully explore their imagination and develop their own ideas to direct their learning.

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good

The childminder is calm and caring, and children relate very well to her. They form secure attachments and are happy and content in her care. She focuses on praising children's achievements, which helps raise their confidence and self-esteem. Children behave well and are motivated in their learning. Sufficient toys and equipment are easily accessible, therefore, children choose what they want to play with. This supports their independence and decision-making skills. Good quality information about children's care and their routines is gathered from parents on entry to the setting. This information is used well and ensures continuity in children's physical and emotional well-being. Children are supported well emotionally when they prepare to move into school. They go with the childminder when she collects older children. This helps them to become familiar with their new environment and school teachers.

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provision is good

The well-qualified childminder has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements. She maintains a good overview of the activities she provides; regularly reviewing and amending her practice to ensure all areas of learning are covered. Children's assessments are monitored well. This helps the childminder to identify where additional support may be required to meet children's individual needs. Clear safeguarding procedures are in place. The childminder has a good understanding of the signs and symptoms of potential abuse and knows how to act if she is concerned about a child. The childminder evaluates her practice and takes into account the views of those who use it. She has identified future improvements to have a positive impact on children's learning. This contributes towards securing the best possible outcomes for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 315036 Local authority Warrington Inspection number 871971 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 25 October 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1992. She lives in the Burtonwood area of Warrington. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, apart from bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a qualification in childcare 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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