Childminder 303933

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 September 2017 3 May 2016

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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 has made considerable progress since her last inspection to address the areas identified for improvement. She has introduced effective methods that help her to observe and assess children's progress. She plans well for the next steps in their learning to ensure any gaps in their progress are promptly addressed.  The childminder weaves learning into fun activities. Trips out into the community and craft activities provide opportunities to develop children's skills and knowledge of the wider world. Her teaching has a positive effect on their progress.  The children are very confident and happy. Young children are making good progress in their physical, communication and social skills. They are developing good levels of concentration and are inquisitive learners.  Parents are very happy with the service the childminder provides. They feel well informed about what their children do with her during the day and feel their child's

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This provision is good

progress can be attributed to the childminder's teaching.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder is not fully utilising her focused programme of ongoing professional development to support her in further improving her knowledge and teaching skills to an even higher level.  The childminder does not use highly effective methods to share enough information with parents about how they can support their children's learning at home, or capture enough details of parent's views about what their child is able to do.

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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

 expand on the current plans for professional development to build even stronger skills and expert knowledge to achieve the best possible outcomes for children  develop more effective methods to exchange detailed information with parents about children's abilities at home, and how they can support their child's next steps in learning to promote rapid progress.

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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 held a discussion about an activity with the childminder.  The inspector had discussions with the childminder and children. She looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self-evaluation and a selection of policies and children's records.  The inspector read the questionnaires parents had completed and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has previously undertaken qualifications and uses her knowledge to provide activities that link to children's interests. She keeps up to date with general legislation changes to ensure she complies with requirements. She continues to develop ways to evaluate the quality of her provision and asks parents for feedback on her service. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands the signs of child abuse or neglect. She attends training regularly to keep herself up to date with current local safeguarding procedures. The childminder provides children with a safe environment. She assesses risks effectively in the home and on outings, and closely supervises the children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows the children well and provides toys that will interest them. This helps to engage and excite children in their play and learning. The childminder introduces new vocabulary and reinforces children's early attempts at speaking during routines and in general play. The childminder has a good selection of books and helps children to develop an interest in using picture books from an early age. Children sit alongside the childminder and help to turn the pages. They look closely at the pictures noticing small details. The childminder talks to children about the pictures and encourages them to practise new words. The childminder teaches children about mathematical concepts as she encourages them to sort stacking boxes in size order and count toys.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a home-from-home environment where children's emotional well-being is very well supported. Children are comfortable and confident to make their feelings known and make choices for themselves, they become increasingly independent. Children's behaviour is good. The childminder meets up with other carers to provide frequent opportunities for children to be sociable and mix with others. They learn to play together and develop their understanding of sharing and taking turns. The childminder ensures children develop a good understanding of healthy lifestyles. Children enjoy outdoor play and spend time in the garden. They help to look after vegetable plants and notice the seasons change. They also develop an understanding of how to keep themselves safe, for example through age-appropriate discussion.

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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. They learn the skills they need for their move on to primary education. Children demonstrate good levels of understanding even before they can speak fluently, by responding to questions and suggestions the childminder makes during general play. They have good physical skills, enjoy climbing and learn to manipulate small toys to develop their coordination. Children have access to varied writing materials and show delight as they make marks using water, brushes, sponges and chalks, indoors and outdoors.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 303933 Local authority Cheshire West and Chester Inspection number 1058105 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 1 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1985. The childminder operates from 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years 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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