Childminder in Warrington

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 7 August 2015 22 February 2012

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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

 Teaching is good because the experienced and well-qualified childminder knows how children learn. She provides children with stimulating and enjoyable experiences which ignite their interests and motivates them to learn. Therefore, children make good progress across all areas of learning.  Children have developed strong relationships with the childminder, which means they are happy, settled and secure in their surroundings. The childminder is very caring and responsible to children's individual needs. This successfully promotes their emotional well-being.  Parents are kept well informed about their child's learning and development. The childminder supports them to guide their children's learning at home.  Safeguarding children is a priority for the childminder. She is alert to the signs and symptoms of abuse or neglect and keeps up to date with all child protection procedures. This contributes to the protection of children's welfare and promotes their

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This provision is good

well-being.  Documentation is very well organised, easily accessible and underpins the childminder's practice well.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always find out as much as possible about what children already know and can do when they first join 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

 find out what children already know and can do when they first join the setting to support swift and accurate planning for their learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector held discussions with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector observed activities in the childminder's home.  The inspector looked at children's records, policies and procedures and evidence of the suitability of household members.  The inspector undertook a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents.  The inspector viewed all areas used for the purpose of childminding.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. Her observation and assessment systems are effective and enable her to plan for the next steps in children's learning. However, the childminder does not always gather precise, detailed information from parents when children first start to support their learning from the outset. The childminder constantly interacts with the children. She confidently differentiates experiences, so that they provide challenge, excite and motivate children to continue their learning. Children enjoy the learning experiences and are keen to join in. They concentrate well at their favourite activities and become engrossed in play with a purpose. Children develop good coordination and control as they use different tools and equipment. They have opportunities to explore through a good range of sensory experiences. All children, regardless of age or capability, are gaining the key skills needed

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good

Children thrive in a stable, welcoming, homely and relaxed environment. Their emotional well-being is well supported because the childminder is calm, kind, caring and sensitive in supporting their individual needs. The childminder praises children and helps to build their self-confidence. Children have access to a good range of resources that are safe, clean and age appropriate. They play cooperatively together because the childminder uses a consistent and calm approach to effectively manage their behaviour. Children eat healthy snacks and meals. The childminder reminds them about drinking water throughout the day, especially when the weather is warm. Children are active and enjoy exercise as part of their everyday routines. Older children describe how they evacuate in an emergency and why they wash their hands before eating. This helps to develop children's understanding of healthy lifestyles.

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provision is good

The childminder is passionate and committed to her work with children. This is reflected in her enthusiasm and the enjoyment she demonstrates when interacting and playing with the children. She has a secure understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder routinely checks children's progress and uses her accurate observations to plan further stimulating activities. Policies and procedures that support children's health, safety and well-being are in place and are successfully implemented. The childminder understands how to work in partnership with other professionals involved in children's lives to continually promote their learning. She reflects on aspects of her provision, so that children benefit from a high-quality provision. The childminder updates her knowledge through training courses and sharing good practice with other childminders. Positive, written feedback demonstrates parents' high regard for

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provision is good

the childminder and the service she provides.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY360998 Local authority Warrington Inspection number 863666 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 22 February 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2007 and lives in Padgate, Warrington. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant early years 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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