Childminder 314781

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 March 2016 29 March 2011

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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 provides a welcoming and stimulating learning environment that contributes towards meeting children's individual needs. The quality of her teaching is good and she effectively supports children to make good progress in their learning and development.  Children form strong attachments to the childminder and feel safe and emotionally secure. The childminder's home is welcoming and well organised, supporting children's independence and all-round development.  The childminder makes accurate assessments of children's progress and knows what their current level of development is. She identifies children who require additional support or challenge in learning and plans experiences accordingly.  The childminder effectively supports children's good health and self-care needs. Children are competent at feeding themselves and manage their own personal needs relevant to their age.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not yet implemented an ambitious training programme to enhance the good quality care and learning already provided so that children make the best possible progress.  The childminder does not routinely ask parents for more precise information about their children's abilities and stages of learning when they first start at the setting, in order to inform initial planning.

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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

 make better use of professional development opportunities to focus on developing teaching skills further  find out more information from parents about what their child already knows and can do when they first join the setting.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed an observation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection. She looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self-evaluation and evidence of the suitability of adults in the household.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has recently undertaken safeguarding training to keep her knowledge up to date. She has a good understanding of how to respond if any concerns are raised about children's welfare, which helps to keep children safe. The childminder is committed to providing a safe environment for children and regularly carries out risk assessments to ensure that resources and equipment are suitable. The childminder has reflected on the quality of the provision and she has involved parents in the process. Parents are very positive about their children's care and learning. The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with other settings. She has established links with other providers to further support children's learning and development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The experienced childminder has good teaching skills and knows how to support children to help them learn through play. She makes learning fun and provides good quality resources that interest children and enhance their play. The childminder introduces basic mathematical concepts during everyday routines and planned activities. She teaches children about colours, numbers, size and shape as they play with coloured balls and build towers. The childminder promptly praises children's efforts and achievements. This supports children to be motivated in their learning experiences and helps them to develop their concentration and perseverance. Children make good progress in their communication, language and literary skills. They learn to recognise their name, observe written words and explore letters and sounds. The childminder interacts effectively with children, engaging them in conversation, extending their vocabulary and helping them to

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

make links between different experiences.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children demonstrate warm relationships with the childminder, who is kind and caring. They clearly enjoy the time they spend with her and are confident as she develops their self-esteem with plenty of praise and encouragement. Children have the space to move around, develop their physical skills and spend time in the fresh air. They play well together and their behaviour is good. For example, they share toys and understand that they must take turns during games and activities. Furthermore, children attend group activities which further increase their social skills and give them opportunities to become familiar with their local community. Children learn to keep themselves safe and healthy and they follow effective hygiene procedures. They regularly practise emergency evacuation procedures and carry out self-care routines independently.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in their learning and development based on their starting points. The childminder effectively supports children to acquire the key skills required for the next stage in their learning, including school. They are confident in their abilities and are keen and enthusiastic learners.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 314781 Local authority Warrington Inspection number 865060 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 29 March 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1991 and lives in Warrington. She operates all year round, from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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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