Childminder EY412222

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 December 2016 22 July 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 dedicated childminder has made very good progress to make the required improvements since her last inspection. Children's early literacy skills are supported well. The childminder encourages children to practise their early writing skills during play. For example, they practise writing their names on their drawings and paintings.  The childminder knows children she cares for exceptionally well. She forms very positive partnerships with parents and skilfully engages them in exchanging information about children's ongoing needs. The childminder ensures that these needs are constantly met.  The childminder has developed strong, trusting relationships with children. This helps them to feel safe and secure in her care and supports their personal, social and emotional development.  The childminder uses her secure understanding of how children learn to help them to make good progress. She interacts very well with them to support their communication

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This provision is good

and language development. She listens carefully to children, repeats back what they have said and adds new words to help extend their language.  The childminder is a very positive role model. She has very clear routines in place and high expectations which children respond to very well. Children's behaviour is excellent.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not established sharply focused plans for professional development to extend her already good teaching skills to the highest level.  Sometimes, the childminder does not make best use of information gained from her assessments of children's learning to plan and organise activities so that they have even more valuable learning opportunities.

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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

 strengthen and extend existing knowledge and skills and consistently drive the good quality of teaching further  make the most effective use of information gained from assessments of children's learning and plan and organise activities that help them have even more valuable learning experiences.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the areas of the home used for childminding.  The inspector jointly observed and discussed with the childminder the teaching and learning activities provided.  The inspector spoke to children and the childminder during the inspection.  The inspector viewed a range of documentation, including policies and procedures, children's records, risk assessments, observation, assessment and planning records and suitability checks.  The inspector took into account the views of parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has updated her policies and procedures to reflect changes in legislation. She demonstrates a good knowledge of the potential signs of abuse and is confident in local reporting procedures. Thorough risk assessments are completed on a regular basis with appropriate steps taken to minimise risks and help keep children safe. The childminder regularly evaluates her practice and exchanges ideas with other childminders to, overall, help build on her skills and knowledge. Parents comment that they are very happy with the care children receive. The childminder understands the importance of establishing good working relationships with other settings that children attend.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder supports children's mathematical learning well. She helps children to count, make comparisons about size and use positional language during play. For example, when they are unable to piece their train track together, she encourages them to turn the pieces around and try each side until it fits. The childminder is enthusiastic and uses a variety of different tones and expressions in her voice to engage the children well. She carefully intervenes in their play to ask questions and to challenge their thinking skills. Children are confident and motivated to 'have a go' and try new things. They enjoy experimenting with different materials. For example, they develop their physical skills as they stick cloves into tangerines to make Christmas decorations. Children persevere when they find it difficult to penetrate the skin of the fruit and delight in the childminder's warm praise and encouragement of their efforts.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder promotes children's independence well during daily routines and activities. For example, she sensitively encourages them to try putting on their shoes and coats independently before playing outside. Children's physical well-being is supported very well. They take part in active and energetic play. Children enjoy attending music and dance sessions in their local community and playing outside in the fresh air. The childminder encourages children to make healthy food choices. This helps them gain an understanding of what foods are healthy from an early age. She helps them to understand how to keep themselves safe. For example, children learn to safely negotiate obstacles in the garden as they pedal their bikes.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children demonstrate that they are inquisitive and independent learners as they follow their own ideas. All children are making good progress in their learning and are working comfortably within the range of development typical for their age. They enjoy lots of visits to local playgroups. This introduces children to a wider circle of friends and helps to extend their social skills. Regular outings to places of interest help them learn about the wider world. Children are well prepared for the next stage of learning, including the move on to nursery and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY412222 Local authority Halton Inspection number 1043234 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 22 July 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in Runcorn, Cheshire. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, 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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