Childminder in Cheshire West and Chester

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 May 2017 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 Outstanding 1

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This provision is good

 Children behave exceptionally well for their age and stage of development. They respond positively to the childminder's clear direction, high expectations and excellent example. Children are very polite and show high levels of care and consideration for people and their surroundings.  The quality of teaching is good. The childminder consistently asks children meaningful questions, uses descriptive language and supports them to think for themselves.  The childminder takes all necessary steps to keep children safe and protected. She keeps her safeguarding knowledge updated, and policies and procedures are implemented consistently.  Children are self-assured and happy. They develop strong, affectionate bonds with the childminder, who is kind and responsive to their needs. This helps to provide children with the emotional security required to be able to explore and learn successfully.  The childminder establishes positive partnerships with parents and other adults

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This provision is good

involved in children's lives. She works closely with them to support children's individual needs and promote their development. Parents highly value the contribution she offers to their children's care and education.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not fully reflect on her quality of teaching and how this can be raised to the highest standard.

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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

 enhance ways to reflect on practice and provision to drive the quality of teaching to the highest level.

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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 asked the childminder questions about her practice at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's records and checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents expressed in writing.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good awareness of how to keep children safe and ensures that their welfare is maintained. She reflects on her work and is committed to improving her provision. The childminder adds to her skills and knowledge by attending ongoing training and carrying out research online. Detailed information about children's progress is shared regularly with parents, along with ideas about how they can continue their children's learning. The childminder is highly thought of by parents who comment positively on the care she provides.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder works effectively with parents to complete accurate assessments of children's achievements. Therefore, she is very clear about the next steps in children's leaning and development. The childminder gives clear explanations to children and helps them to do new things. The childminder promotes the development of children's communication and language skills well. For example, she listens carefully to what children have to say, asks them questions to help them clarify their good ideas and encourages them to join in with songs. As children play and take part in activities, they develop their awareness of number, shape and measure. The childminder organises the environment well to encourage children to explore and investigate. Children initiate their own play and follow their own interests. The childminder successfully extends this.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

The childminder builds outstanding relationships with children. She carefully meets their needs and interests, and praises them for their achievements. This has an exceptionally positive impact on children's emotional well-being and prepares them well for their eventual move to school. The childminder is a positive role model for children. She is calm and nurturing and has firmly established routines and high expectations for behaviour. Children show superb levels of self-control, cooperation and respect for others. In the stimulating outdoor environment children develop their physical skills and learn to take risks. For example, they climb the apple tree or plant fruit and vegetables. The childminder provides excellent opportunities for children to learn about other cultures and communities.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop extremely positive attitudes. They are keen to join in activities and try new things. Children are active learners and enjoy increased choice and positive relationships with each other. They develop good listening, attention and concentration skills and articulate their views and opinions with confidence. Children are motivated to learn and develop the skills they need for their future learning and move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY481821 Local authority Cheshire West and Chester Inspection number 996846 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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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 Chester, Cheshire. She operates all year round from 7.45am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except 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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