Childminder 314979

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 June 2016 29 March 2012

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Outstanding 1

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This provision is outstanding

 The childminder is extremely knowledgeable and displays a strong commitment to continually enhancing her professional knowledge and skills. She has undertaken a wealth of training and research since her last inspection. This has enabled her to develop a deeper understanding of how to support young children's communication and language skills.  Partnerships with parents are highly effective and well embedded into practice. The childminder provides a wealth of opportunities for parents to contribute to learning records and share information about their child's learning at home. This supports children's individual needs and learning experiences exceptionally well.  Children are extremely happy and settled in the care of the childminder. They have formed close attachments with the childminder and positive friendships with each other. This helps children to feel self-assured and supports their emotional well-being.

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This provision is outstanding

 The childminder completes accurate and precise assessments of children's learning and development. She skilfully plans activities to match children's individual needs and next steps in development. The childminder has excellent systems in place to monitor children's progress and any concerns she may have about their development.  The childminder is well qualified and has an in-depth understanding of children's individual needs and learning styles. She regularly maximises opportunities for learning and skilfully promotes children's thinking skills during 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

 continue to access a wide range of professional development opportunities that will enhance expertise and knowledge of specialist teaching strategies.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector held a meeting with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation, such as the self-evaluation and evidence of the suitability of the adults living on the premises.  The inspector took account of the views of parents during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is outstanding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a thorough understanding of child protection procedures and how to keep children safe. She attends regular safeguarding training and reviews her policies to reflect any changes. The childminder is a highly reflective practitioner. She continually reviews the quality of her practice and identifies future improvements. A high priority is placed on professional development, including reviewing the effectiveness of past training and evaluating the impact of this on children's learning and progress. She recognises the importance of continuing to consider how further training can be used to maintain and enhance her skills and teaching strategies. The childminder attends weekly network meetings and completes a wide range of research on early years topics. She seeks the advice of other professionals when necessary and implements strategies to support children's individual needs.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

The childminder plans a wealth of stimulating and challenging learning experiences that support children's all-round development. She skilfully questions children during activities, helping to shape and extend their learning. She encourages children to think for themselves and solve problems. Children's mathematical skills are promoted through fun and engaging activities. They spend sustained periods of time investigating and exploring in the outdoor area. Children's communication and language skills are supported extremely well through effective story sessions which promote discussion and extend children's developing vocabulary. Children confidently ask questions and recall information about things they have learnt.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

Children have superb opportunities to develop their independence and manage their personal needs. They take pride in assisting with daily tasks and jobs, such as preparing snack and tidying up. They display an excellent understanding of rules and treat each other with respect. The childminder effectively promotes relationships and supports children's social skills and interactions. She provides consistent reminders about turn taking and reinforces the use of good manners. The childminder is highly skilled at promoting children's understanding of health and hygiene procedures. Children discuss why it is important to eat healthy foods and brush their teeth following meals. They display high levels of confidence and are extremely independent. Children's physical skills, control and coordination are supported through a range of carefully planned activities and outdoor experiences.

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Outcomes for children are outstanding

Children are extremely confident and inquisitive learners. They actively engage in self- chosen activities and display a keen motivation to learn. Children make high rates of progress in all areas of learning. They display excellent communication and social skills. From an early age, children develop their literacy skills and an ability to solve problems. They are exceptionally well prepared for their next stage in learning and eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 314979 Local authority Warrington Inspection number 847677 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 29 March 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1996. She lives in the Great Sankey area of Warrington. She operates from 8.00am to 5.30pm, Tuesday to Friday, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a recognised 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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