Childminder in Cheshire West and Chester

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 August 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

 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 learn to behave well and display good manners.  The childminder takes all necessary steps to keep children safe and protected. She keeps her safeguarding knowledge up to date, and implements policies and procedures consistently.  Children form close, caring relationships with the childminder. They seek comfort and reassurance, demonstrating that they feel safe and secure in her care. Children's emotional and physical well-being are supported well by the childminder.  The childminder takes children on outings in the local community. She uses these to provide the opportunity for children to learn new skills, such as exploring the natural world and making friendships with others. This helps children to learn about other people and the world around them.

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This provision is good

 The childminder regularly reviews her practice. She includes children and parents in the process and uses their feedback to develop targeted action plans, which helps her to continually develop her service.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always make best use of her assessments to focus precisely on what children need to do next, in order to help them make the best possible progress.  The childminder does not always challenge children enough to fully extend their learning, 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

 refine the arrangements for monitoring and tracking children's progress so that even more precise next steps for their learning are identified and planned for and the potential for children to achieve rapid progress is increased  plan adult-led activities more effectively so that all children's learning is extended and challenged as far as possible.

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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 observed the quality of teaching during activities and the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector and childminder discussed activities that children had been involved in.  The inspector sampled some of the childminder's policies and procedures. The inspector asked the childminder questions about her practice at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records and the planning documentation, and checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation and her improvement plan, and took account of the views of parents expressed in a recent questionnaire.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has recently completed child protection training and she is aware of any causes for concern in a child's life. The childminder has a good understanding of her role to keep children safe at all times. Daily discussions and the sharing of children's information mean there are regular updates for parents about children's learning. The childminder supports them well to guide their children's learning successfully at home. The childminder establishes and maintains professional relationships with other local settings. She understands her role in working together with other professionals to promote continuity in children's care and learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is an experienced and well-qualified early years practitioner. Her good quality teaching methods extend and promote children's all-round development. For example, the childminder effectively supports their communication skills. She maintains an ongoing dialogue with the children as they play. This helps children develop their language and speaking skills. Children enjoy talking and clearly express their preferences and wishes. The childminder introduces songs throughout the day and children learn about number, shape and colour in everyday activities. Children develop good listening skills. The childminder skilfully enlists their support to complete small tasks, such as tidying away. As a result, children learn to be independent and use their developing skills confidently.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children's well-being, health and physical development are promoted successfully. They have good opportunities to spend time outdoors. The childminder is caring and attentive. She knows the children very well and all of them are made to feel welcome. Children show they are able to share and take turns. The childminder makes sure children become increasingly independent by allowing them to make choices and to help in small tasks, such as setting the table places for lunch. The childminder has very positive relationships with parents. They are kept well informed about their children's care and progress. Children are happy and contented. They receive lots of praise, which motivates them to have a positive attitude to learning.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children show they are inquisitive learners. They are excited and enthusiastic as they take part in interesting experiences, such as pretending to be sleeping bunnies in a song. They move their bodies with control and they are excited about their play. The childminder makes good use of regular outings to explore and investigate the natural environment in which they live. For example, children visit the zoo and forest. Children are happy and enjoy their time at the setting. They learn about the importance of having a healthy lifestyle and following good hygiene routines.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY481803 Local authority Cheshire West and Chester Inspection number 994569 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 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in Newton, Chester. The childminding provision operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an 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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