Childminder EY445761

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 March 2016 25 October 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 childminder works well in partnership with parents and other providers. She has a good knowledge of children's lives outside of her setting.  The childminder has a clear understanding of how children learn. She makes good use of information gathered through her observations, to provide activities which are exciting for the children.  The childminder has close, caring relationships with the children. They are responsive to her and feel secure in her care.  The childminder supports children's understanding of behaviour well. They begin to learn how to take turns with resources and wait patiently for other children to conclude their play.  Children make progress which is at least typical, from their individual starting points. The childminder's systems for tracking children's development enable her to quickly identify if a child requires extra support.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder's self-evaluation is not yet sharply focused enough to inform professional development programmes, in order to further enhance the quality of teaching.  The childminder sometimes misses opportunities to extend children's learning and thinking skills, particularly during planned activities.  The childminder does not always make best use of opportunities to promote children's independence of choice.

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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

 develop the systems for self-evaluation further to focus more sharply on enhancing the quality of teaching through targeted professional development programmes  focus more precisely on ways to extend children's learning and thinking skills during planned activities, to challenge them even further  build on the opportunities available for children to make independent choices during play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector toured the areas used for childminding.  The inspector reviewed written feedback submitted by parents and took their views into account.  The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection. She discussed and reviewed relevant documentation, such as the childminder's policies, procedures, learning records and evidence of her suitability.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a robust set of procedures in place to manage any concerns regarding the welfare of a child. The childminder has a good understanding of her responsibilities as a provider and manages her setting in a way which actively promotes children's safety. The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with others and has devised systems for information sharing. She is able to apply a continuous approach to support children's development because of this. She is mindful of supporting children sensitively as they prepare to move on to pre-school or school. The childminder uses a variety of different methods to help children feel ready for the next stage in their learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder gets to know children well. She uses her procedures for observation and tracking to identify children's interests and their next steps. The childminder involves parents in this process, and other providers, where appropriate. The childminder is a suitably qualified practitioner and displays a good understanding of how children learn. She reviews children's progress regularly, assessing their development across all areas of learning. She provides a broad range of activities in her home and out in the local community. Children's mathematical development is well supported. They are able to count how many bowling pins are standing up, and recognise the change in quantity as they knock the pins down. The childminder uses praise very effectively. Children are encouraged to 'have a go' and display positive attitudes towards learning. Younger children explore new and different textures, with the support of the childminder.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children respond very well to the calm and nurturing nature of the childminder. She respects them as individuals and knows their individual routines well. Her systems for ongoing information sharing with parents mean she is alert to any changes in children's routines at home and can adapt her practice accordingly. The childminder encourages children to use their manners and be respectful of others. She provides a variety of opportunities for children to learn about the world around them, and to use their home languages. The childminder is thorough with her assessment of risks in her home and the local community. She is proactive in taking steps to minimise any potential hazards, while allowing children to attempt new challenges with her support. The childminder supports children's good health and well-being effectively. She follows robust hygiene routines and children show a developing understanding of why these are important. Children are well

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

nourished and have regular use of local resources to encourage good levels of exercise.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make progress which is often better than typical, in relation to their individual starting points. They learn to communicate well and show confidence and motivation as they explore the world around them. Children develop good self-esteem and beam and clap as the childminder praises their achievements. They are keen, active learners who are well prepared for the next stage in their learning and school when the time comes.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY445761 Local authority Liverpool Inspection number 1037198 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 25 October 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in Aigburth, Liverpool. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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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Telephone number

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