Childminder in Knowsley

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 25 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

 Children form very secure attachments and their relationship with the childminder is good. Children enjoy the many cuddles and reassurance given by the childminder as they play. This helps to promote their emotional well-being and sense of self.  The childminder makes good use of questioning to support children's communication and language skills. Children respond well and engage confidently with the childminder and other children in their play.  The childminder forms good relationships with parents, providing them with regular, detailed information about their children's progress and next steps in learning.  Children have lots of opportunities to develop their independence skills. For example, they set the table before eating and make independent choices. This helps to promote their confidence and self-esteem.  The childminder is committed to continuously improving her teaching and practice. She

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This provision is good

has identified training and seeks support from parents and her childminding colleagues to reflect on the best practice and help improve outcomes for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 There are not enough opportunities for children to make healthy food choices.  There is a lack of resources that children can use, in many different ways, to support their sensory development, represent their own ideas in their play and help extend their critical-thinking skills.

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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

 provide children with healthy food options and teach them how to make choices that promote their good health and their understanding of a healthy lifestyle  enhance opportunities for children to use adaptable resources, enabling them to follow their own line of thinking and contribute to developing their overall sensory experiences further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's home.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector jointly observed and discussed with the childminder the teaching and learning activities provided.  The inspector took account of the views of parents, carers and children, including those expressed in recent letters.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of members of the household and the childminder's qualifications.  The inspector looked at children's records, planning documentation and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has increased her knowledge of changes to legislation. She has updated relevant policies and procedures to reflect these. Additionally, she follows effective procedures that help her provide a safe and secure environment. She helps children to manage their own personal safety, according to their age, need and ability. The childminder shares information with parents and other professionals well. She uses this information to identify any gaps in children's learning and plans for them accordingly. This contributes to ensuring children receive continuity in their care and learning at all times. The qualified childminder ensures she regularly updates her knowledge and understanding of how to meet requirements. She is ambitious and strives to improve. She has a targeted training plan in place to further improve the quality of her teaching.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder asks well timed, purposeful questions to help support children's understanding of shape, colour and counting. She promotes children's developing language and understanding very well. For example, children excitedly draw colourful pictures and the childminder asks them to describe what they are drawing. Children eagerly respond to the childminder's questions and imaginatively explain their creations. This helps them to become skilful and thoughtful communicators. Observations of children's play are detailed and show clear next steps in their learning. Children's assessment files are shared regularly with parents who are encouraged to share their own observations of their children's learning. This helps to provide continuity in children's learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder gathers a wealth of information from parents when children first start at the setting. This helps to ensure that she is able to meet their needs from the start. Even children who are very new to the setting, demonstrate confidence and emotional security. They have quickly developed strong bonds with the childminder and seek cuddles and reassurance when needed. The childminder uses praise appropriately to support children's self-esteem and reward positive behaviour. To some extent, the childminder teaches children how to lead a healthy lifestyle. For example, she discuses with children why fruits and vegetables are good for their bodies. Children practise their physical skills during exercise and daily walks in the local community.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress across all areas of learning in relation to their age and capabilities. They are learning to make friends, take turns and share. Children are beginning to use mathematical language as they count and talk about shape, size, and colour during their play. Children explore other cultures in their community and learn to respect the differences and similarities of other individuals. They are becoming well prepared for their next stage of learning and move to school. Children are keen and active learners who enjoy exploring and demonstrate self-confidence.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY488944 Local authority Knowsley Inspection number 1017207 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2015. She lives in Huyton, near Liverpool city centre. The childminder operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Saturday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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