Childminder in Halton

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 October 2015 3 May 2012

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 The quality of teaching is good. The childminder has a thorough knowledge of the children in her care and a secure understanding of how they learn. This contributes to the good progress children make in relation to their starting points.  The childminder is kind and caring. Children develop positive relationships with her as they feel safe and secure in her care. She has robust settling-in procedures which help her to meet all children's individual care needs very well.  The childminder regularly takes the children on outings in the local environment to increase their experiences. Children begin to gain confidence in new situations as they develop an understanding of their community and the natural world.  The childminder is a good role model. She is patient as she teaches children the difference between right and wrong. Children are well behaved and learn how to cooperate with others.  The childminder is fully committed to developing her practice. Since her last inspection,

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This provision is good

she has achieved a level 3 qualification in early years. She uses her new skills and knowledge to enhance the learning outcomes for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Not all parents are encouraged to contribute to their children's ongoing learning and development to support the shared approach to their progress.  Opportunities for children to follow their own ideas and interests during activities are not always maximised.

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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

 explore different strategies to thoroughly engage all parents in sharing information about children's learning, to best promote children's next steps in learning between the setting and home  provide even more opportunities during activities for children to be able to follow their own ideas and interests.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector sampled children's assessment records and planning documentation.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and looked at a selection of policies and procedures, including safeguarding and self- evaluation.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents by reading a number of comments and notes given to the childminder.  The inspector carried out a tour of the premises.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is aware of the procedures to follow if she has a concern about a child's welfare. She has well-written documentation in place, such as policies and procedures that she follows, in order to support and underpin children's safety and welfare within her home. The childminder fully understands the importance of reflecting on her practice. She is very well motivated and has clear plans for improvement. Parents are extremely happy with the care and learning their children receive. The childminder liaises well with other early years providers where the children attend so that children have a consistent approach to their care and learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder makes regular observations and assessments of children's development. She uses these to plan the next steps in their learning, based on their current interests. She shares these observations and children's progress with parents. However, the childminder does not encourage all parents to regularly share information about what their child achieves at home. This means that she is not able to incorporate children's wider achievements when planning for the next steps in their learning. The childminder has good interactions with the children and she ensures that these interactions are pitched according to the age and ability of the children. However, there are occasions, such as during music activities, when the childminder does not always give children enough time to explore their own interests and follow their own lead in play.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are cared for in a relaxed and homely environment. The childminder knows children well. She understands and values the individuality of each child in her care. Detailed information is sought from parents at the start to support individual care and medical needs. The childminder provides healthy snacks and meals which help children to develop an awareness of a healthy lifestyle. The childminder follows good hygiene routines, providing plenty of opportunities for children to practise their self-care skills. The childminder takes children to group activities in the local community. This helps them to socialise with others and become motivated in a wider range of experiences. Children are encouraged to develop their physical skills on a daily basis. They have opportunities to play outdoors on a daily basis, including areas, such as the local park.

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Outcomes for children are good

The childminder checks the progress children make on a regular basis and acts swiftly on any gaps in their learning. Children are beginning to develop positive attitudes towards learning and are keen to try out new experiences. This prepares them well for their next steps in learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY416242 Local authority Halton Inspection number 851707 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in Widnes, Cheshire. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, 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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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