Childminder in Halton

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 January 2017 30 November 2015

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has addressed the actions and recommendation raised at her previous inspection. She has updated her knowledge of the learning and development requirements. This includes her understanding of writing the required progress check for children aged between two and three years.  The childminder has a suitable understanding of how to reflect on the quality of her practice. She undertakes regular training, such as safeguarding and first aid, to help update her knowledge and skills.  Through written examples, the childminder demonstrates how she will use information from assessments of children to plan for their future learning. She shows how she will monitor their ongoing development towards the early learning goals.  The childminder has a good knowledge of how she will identify and report any safeguarding concerns. She describes how she will promote children's understanding of keeping themselves safe, such as teaching them how to cross the road safely.

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The provision meets requirements

 Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of how to promote children's behaviour. She describes how she will consistently praise children and celebrate their achievements to help foster their self-esteem and confidence.  The childminder explains how she will provide an inclusive service for all children. She will encourage their understanding of how to respect and value what makes them similar or different to others.  The childminder understands the importance of partnership working. She will establish two-way communication with parents and other professionals to promote continuity in children's care and learning.

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The provision meets requirements

There were no children present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programme for children and undertake assessment of their development.  The inspector looked at documentation the childminder will use when caring for children and discussed self-evaluation and improvement plans.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other members of her household.  The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements and the systems she has in place to keep children safe.  The inspector viewed the areas where childminding will take place.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY412801 Local authority Halton Inspection number 1058429 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 6 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 30 November 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in Widnes, Cheshire. She operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant 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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Telephone number

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