Childminder in Cheshire West and Chester

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 October 2015 Not applicable

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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 childminder consistently reflects on her practice to identify areas that can be developed further. She has obtained an additional qualification which supports her understanding of good teaching and children's expected development. She uses her knowledge to promote children's learning in an effective way.  The childminder's teaching is good. She knows the children well and systematically tracks their progress. From this information she plans exciting activities which capture their attention and extend their learning. Children are making particularly good progress in their early communication and physical skills.  Children are settled and enjoy the homely environment. They have warm relationships with the childminder and plenty of individual attention. Clear routines ensure their needs are met promptly. They understand what is going to happen next and are ready to make the most of learning opportunities.

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This provision is good

 The childminder understands how to promote children's physical well-being. She ensures risk assessments and safety precautions reflect the ages and abilities of the children who attend.  Children are making good progress in line with their abilities and are being well prepared for their next stage in learning, including the move on to school. They develop a wide range of skills and positive attitudes towards taking part in learning experiences.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always obtain in-depth information from parents about what their children can do at home to inform her initial assessments of children's abilities. Also, she does not supply specific information to parents about how they can support their child's learning at home.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Childcare Register the provider must:

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Due Date

 make available to parents a written statement of procedures to be followed in relation to complaints which relate to the requirements of the Childcare Register. 30/11/2015

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Due Date

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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Due Date

 develop further the exchange of information with parents about what children can do at home and how they can support children's learning at home.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector had discussions with the childminder and looked at relevant documentation, such as a selection of policies and children's records.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. She has a clear understanding of what would constitute a safeguarding concern and what she should do about any concerns she may have. The childminder is aware of risks within the home and supervises the children when playing on large equipment in the garden. This helps to ensure children are protected from harm. The childminder keeps up to date with changes in legislation and proactively plans to ensure she maintains all required qualification certificates. This helps her implement the latest thinking on welfare and safeguarding issues.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder's teaching is good. She has a secure understanding of how children learn and knows how to adapt activities to promote children's development. Children are becoming inquisitive learners who are starting to experiment with concepts and exploring how things work. The childminder is extremely attentive and builds a strong understanding of children's abilities. She talks to children, explains what is happening, uses effective questioning and introduces new words. This builds on children's understanding and gives them time to hear and practise new vocabulary. The childminder shows children how to play with toys and reminds them of past events. Children are constantly challenged by the activities and supported to extend their concentration. Very young children are helped to develop a love of reading and handle books with care and interest. Their knowledge of the world is developed through imaginative play as they

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

rehearse everyday activities from other people's perspectives. The childminder regularly assesses and tracks children's progress. She identifies areas where she needs to provide additional activities to extend children's learning. However, the exchange of information with parents about children's learning is less comprehensive.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are growing in confidence and are comfortable and content. The childminder praises the children's achievements, producing an extremely positive atmosphere. The close relationships children build with the childminder mean their emotional well-being is supported. The childminder provides a good variety of age-appropriate toys and resources which are easily accessible. Children show good levels of independence. For example, they move with confidence around the rooms to find toys and resources which interest them the most. The childminder ensures children develop a good understanding of healthy lifestyles by providing opportunities for regular exercise in the garden and local parks. Children also develop an understanding of the importance of a balanced diet.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making expected progress in all areas of learning and are working comfortably within the range of development typical for their age. The childminder effectively supports children to develop the skills they need for the next steps in their learning and, when appropriate, supports them in preparing to start school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY467262 Local authority Cheshire West and Chester Inspection number 960431 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2013 and lives in Barnton, Cheshire. She operates during term time only from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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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