Childminder EY479791

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 February 2016 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

 Partnerships with parents are good. Parents speak with high regard for the childminder and value the regular discussions about how they can work together and best support their child's learning at home.  Children skilfully socialise and communicate with other children at playgroups. This enables them to develop confidence and independence in different situations.  The qualified childminder has a good knowledge of the children she cares for and a secure understanding of how they learn. These contribute to the good progress children make.  Effective systems are in place to observe, assess and plan for the next steps in children's learning. Their progress is tracked and reviewed on a regular basis and additional focus is given to any areas of concern.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has established links with other early years provision that children also attend. However, not enough information detailing children's learning needs is exchanged to ensure all those involved are fully aware of children's emerging skills and abilities.  Occasionally, the childminder does not adapt activities for younger children in group situations, to help them fully benefit from the experiences and to keep them engaged for longer periods of time.

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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 communication with other early years providers so that detailed information is exchanged and helps all those involved to have a better understanding of children's emerging skills and abilities  review the organisation of group activities so that they are adapted well enough to suit all children involved.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector sampled children's assessment records and planning documentation.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all adults living or working on the premises and looked at a selection of policies and procedures, including safeguarding and self-evaluation.  The inspector observed the childminder playing and interacting with the children.  The inspector jointly observed and discussed with the childminder the teaching and learning activities provided.  The inspector took account of the views of parents by reading a number of comments given to the childminder.  The inspector viewed the premises, toys and equipment.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Policies and procedures are in place to promote children's safety and well-being at all times. Additionally, the childminder carries out training that keeps her up to date with any changes in legislation. The childminder works alongside another childminder and together they effectively evaluate their provision, each other's practice and how well they work in partnership. This supports a clear vision for the future and helps to consistently evolve and improve the provision. The childminder identifies any need for assistance and makes plans to support the next steps in development. This benefits children greatly and enhances the quality of care and learning that is being delivered and the progress that they make.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a rich learning environment and children benefit from a wide range of fun experiences that covers all aspects of learning. The childminder joins in enthusiastically with children's play. She uses good questioning techniques to help children make connections and remember things that they have previously discussed, such as their favourite characters in story books. Furthermore, the childminder supports children's mathematical language and skills well. Children count objects, compare sizes, and learn different concepts, such as more and less. They are active and have the space to move about and run. Children joyfully sing rhymes while moving different parts of their bodies, and master new skills, such as throwing and catching balls. This helps children to further develop their physical skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder helps children to settle in quickly using information gathered from parents about children's care routines and likes and dislikes. Children have strong attachments to the childminder which help them to feel emotionally secure. She regularly praises children for their efforts and achievements and they gain confidence and good self-esteem. The childminder promotes children's independence skills throughout the day, particularly at mealtimes. Furthermore, they make choices about what they would like to play with and what they like to eat. Children play happily together and their behaviour is managed well. The childminder is a good role model and teaches children to share resources, take turns and use their manners, promoting good values and morals.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are making progress in their learning and development. They independently explore the environment and are well motivated and enthusiastic learners who develop the key skills they need for the move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY479791 Local authority Wirral Inspection number 984184 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 10 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 11

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014. She works alongside another childminder in New Ferry, Wirral. She operates from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare 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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Telephone number

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