Childminder in Cheshire East

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 7 November 2016 21 January 2013

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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 in close collaboration with her experienced assistant. Their consistent approach helps children benefit from good quality learning experiences.  The childminder knows the children well and assess their next steps in learning. She provides strong support to encourage children to make their own choices about their play and weaves learning into these interests. This supports children's development by building on what they can do and making learning fun.  The children are provided with opportunities to develop confidence to express their thoughts and ideas. They are making good general progress and have strong social skills. They are also developing good communication skills and imaginations.  Parents praise the childminder and her assistant. They feel very well informed about their child's development. They are impressed by the way care is centred on their child's needs and any development issues are addressed effectively.

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This provision is good

 Children's behaviour is good, they are kind to their friends and learn to share and be part of a group. They respond to the positive atmosphere and clear routines.  The childminder and her assistant are very warm and welcoming. The childminder is very responsive to children's physical and emotional needs for rest, refreshment and comfort. This allows children to build close relationships and supports their ability to confidently try new activities and learning experiences.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder is not currently accessing targeted professional development to support her and her assistant's ongoing knowledge of child development and teaching strategies.

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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

 build even stronger skills and expert knowledge through a more focused ongoing programme of professional development to help develop practice to the highest level.

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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 had discussions with the childminder and her assistant. She looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self-evaluation and a selection of policies and children's records.  The inspector read written testimonials from parents and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder reviews her practice and takes parents and children's views into consideration when planning improvements to her service. Since the last inspection, she has made changes to the way she records and tracks children's progress. This has improved parents' and grandparents' access to this information. The childminder also provides information to parents on how they can extend their child's learning. One example of this is providing information about using phonic sounds when introducing children to early reading skills. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder understands her role and responsibilities in protecting children from harm. She has appropriate processes in place, to ensure any assistants are suitable and that they too know how to protect children from harm. The childminder's bright and inviting play space allows children to play safely under her close supervision, both inside and outside.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans activities that target children's individual learning needs and broadens their understanding of the world around them. Trips out allow her to introduce children to nature and the passage of time as they look for signs of autumn. Mark-making activities are extended to introduce children to writing for a purpose, such as writing letters which they post at the post office. The childminder effectively supports children's language and speaking skills. She names objects and asks questions to encourage children's speech. The childminder uses singing to develop children's confidence to communicate while using actions to support their understanding and enjoyment. Young children are also building an understanding of mathematical concepts. The childminder encourages them to hunt for items outside, providing opportunities for them to count the things they have collected.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are very confident and happy. The childminder ensures children develop a good understanding of healthy lifestyles, including healthy eating. She provides opportunities for regular exercise in the garden and local nature areas. The children learn how to keep themselves safe. They understand they must not approach unfamiliar dogs when out on walks. When in the garden they learn to negotiate the steps between the two garden levels safely. The childminder regularly reviews risk assessments and ensures the pet dogs are cared for and managed appropriately so there is no risk to the children.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making expected progress in all areas of learning and are working comfortably within the range of development typical for their age. Children are developing confidence to become self-motivated learners, a key skill they need for the move on to primary education. They are gaining independence as they put on their coats and start to learn how to tie laces. Where children are slower to start to speak, effective intervention and extra support from the childminder means they are improving consistently.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY448379 Local authority Cheshire East Inspection number 1065974 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 3 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 21 January 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in the Macclesfield area of East Cheshire. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She works with an assistant. She is eligible to provide funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children but currently does not care for any children who receive this entitlement.

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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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