Childminder EY444723

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 April 2016 4 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 is calm and nurturing. She provides children with the challenge they need to make good progress in their learning. She supports children to gain confidence in their own abilities and motivates them to do things by themselves.  The childminder establishes positive partnerships with parents and other adults involved in children's lives. She works closely with them to support children's individual needs and to promote their development. Parents highly value the contribution she offers to their children's care and education.  Children are happy, settled and demonstrate a strong sense of belonging within the welcoming provision. The childminder's caring and sensitive interactions with children help to promote their emotional well-being.  The childminder is a good role model. She has clear expectations of children's behaviour and gives age-appropriate guidance and support when needed. Children

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This provision is good

learn to behave well and display good manners.  The childminder supports children's developing awareness of the similarities and differences between themselves and other people. She provides resources and experiences that effectively help them to develop a tolerance and respect for people of different races, cultures and abilities.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not involve parents fully enough in assessing children's starting points. She does not give them enough support to share information with her about what their children already know and can do when they first start.  Occasionally, the childminder misses opportunities to fully extend children's learning and skills, particularly during planned activities.

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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

 support parents more effectively to share information about what their children already know and can do when they first start  focus more precisely on ways to extend and challenge children's learning even further during planned activities.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection and made observations of children present.  The inspector and childminder discussed an activity children were involved in.  The inspector reviewed the evidence of the childminder's suitability to work with children, her safeguarding policies and procedures and a range of other supporting documentation.  The inspector took account of the views of parents expressed in writing.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has comprehensive policies and procedures in place that help ensure children's welfare and safety. She evaluates her provision, and regularly seeks the views of parents and children as a means to identify areas for improvement. She makes sure that she completes the required training to keep her skills and knowledge up to date. The childminder works closely with other professionals, ensuring children get the help and support they need. This has a positive impact on the progress children make. Children are supported well to develop the skills and attitudes needed for their future learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children are confident to express themselves as they play independently and imaginatively together. The childminder uses a number of teaching methods. For example, she encourages children to explore for themselves and makes links with what they already know. All children enjoy regular music time with the childminder and often dance spontaneously. They move their bodies in time to the beat of the music. The childminder completes regular and accurate observations of children. She uses her good knowledge to track their progress. She completes a summary assessment for each child, which she shares with their parents. This includes the statutory progress check between the ages of two and three years, so that any gaps in learning are quickly identified and can be acted upon.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children have a positive relationship with the childminder and form close attachments. The childminder listens carefully to what children say and values their contributions by offering praise and encouragement. This supports children's emotional well-being effectively. The childminder implements care routines effectively and places a strong emphasis on teaching children about the importance of healthy lifestyles. She provides a range of healthy snacks for children, including fruit and water or milk. The childminder makes sure children have good opportunities to develop their physical skills. Young babies confidently explore the floor space around them, using all their senses. Toddlers put on clothing to splash around in water or join in with messy play, such as digging in the garden. The childminder meets children's care needs very well. Young children sleep for short periods or enjoy quiet play. This ensures they are refreshed for activities throughout the day.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop positive attitudes and they are inquisitive to learn. They show curiosity and remain engaged in activities for long periods of time. Children make good progress in all areas of their learning. They develop close relationships and learn how to share and cooperate well with others. Children develop the skills they require in readiness for the next stage of their learning, including school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY444723 Local authority Cheshire West and Chester Inspection number 1037177 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 4 October 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012. The childminding provision operates Monday to Friday from 8am until 6pm, all year round, 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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