Childminder EY421772

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 February 2017 5 February 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

 Following the last inspection, the childminder has further improved his knowledge and skills through professional development. This has had a positive impact on the quality of his teaching.  The childminder has good links with other settings that children attend. He exchanges information with staff about children's learning and interests. The childminder uses this information in his own planning to promote consistency in children's learning.  Children's behaviour is good. The childminder is positive in promoting good behaviour and gently reminds children of the house rules, such as walking inside. Children show respect for the childminder's home and willingly help to tidy up their toys after playing.  The childminder has developed good observation and planning systems. He works well with his co-childminder to regularly observe children and plan activities that help them reach their next stage in learning. The childminder has a good knowledge and skills

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This provision is good

that he uses effectively, in order to promote children's development.  Children who are new to the provision settle quickly. They attend for visits prior to starting to build their relationship with the childminder. Children who move onto school are supported to be emotionally ready. The childminder talks to children about the routine of the school day to help them manage the change when they start school.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not fully support parents to share what they know their child can already do when they first start.  During the winter months, the childminder does not consistently provide enough opportunities for children who prefer to play and learn outdoors.

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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 partnerships with parents and support them more effectively to share what they know about their child's achievements when children first start attending  increase the range of activities available for children who prefer to play and learn outdoors, especially during the winter months.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during a range of activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents and older children through written feedback provided.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. He looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living and working in the household.  The inspector was shown around the house and garden by the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder knows the signs of abuse. He has completed safeguarding training. As a result, he knows how to prevent children from being drawn into the views of others. The childminder keeps his knowledge of local child protection procedures up to date through regular updates from the Local Safeguarding Children Board. The childminder gathers feedback from parents and children on how to improve the setting. He uses their ideas to develop his practice. For example, the childminder has sourced additional resources after consulting with children on what their interests are.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has completed training on how children learn. He uses what he learns to further support children's interests. For example, he has created a post box and letters for children who like to post toys behind furniture. This helps to support children's different ways of learning. Children enjoy the activities provided. The childminder helps children to be creative and develop their physical skills. Children play with toy people and vehicles as they act out different role play scenes, such as going on the train. They develop their play by building tunnels over the train track using construction blocks. The childminder promotes children's imaginations. Children work with the childminder to make different food items out of dough. They perfect how to use a range of tools, such as rolling pins and knives, to manipulate the dough. Children are proud of their creations and the childminder gives them praise to increase their already high levels of self-esteem. The

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

childminder uses this time to reinforce healthy eating by talking about the types of food that should be eaten in moderation. Generally, the childminder works well with parents. He shares a daily diary with them on what children have achieved and next steps that parents can follow at home. The childminder also sends photographs to parents of what their children have done in the setting, such as their creations using dough.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder discusses children's care needs with parents on a daily basis. This helps him adapt his care for babies, for instance, when they need additional sleep during the day. Children have good relationships with the childminder and are delighted to see him when they arrive. The childminder takes children on walks in the local area. This helps them to get exercise and fresh air. He teaches children about road safety during these walks, for instance, by looking and listening for vehicles before crossing the road. Children are encouraged to follow good hygiene routines, such as handwashing. They are prompted to do this by the signs displayed in the bathroom.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress. Babies are developing the skills they need for the next stage in their leaning. They are becoming more able to sit unaided and move their legs to bounce up and down in the bouncer. This helps to develop their physical skills. Older children learn the skills they need for school. They are able to listen to stories. Children are highly independent and enjoy carrying out tasks, such as getting new toys out.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY421772 Local authority Cheshire West and Chester Inspection number 1065643 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 12

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 5 February 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in Chester. He operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with his wife who is his co-childminder.

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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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