Childminder EY427592

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 April 2018 15 December 2014

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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 strong partnerships with parents and other providers involved in children's care. For example, she exchanges assessment information with staff working at other settings children also attend, to provide continuity in their learning. Parents are kept well informed about children's progress.  The childminder uses information obtained from thorough assessment to plan effectively for the next steps in children's learning. She considers each child's interests and stage of development to ensure that each child is challenged well in their learning. For instance, she identifies how activities can be extended further for older children.  Children are motivated to play and explore and gain a good foundation in their learning. They make good progress and are well prepared for when they start school.  The childminder is skilled in helping children to manage their feelings and behaviour.

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This provision is good

Children understand what is expected of them and learn how their actions affect others.  The childminder is attentive to children's individual needs and is warm and nurturing. Children form close attachments to her and enjoy her company.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not identified where some aspects of daily routines and teaching can be enhanced further, to secure the best possible learning experiences for children.  The childminder does not recognise some opportunities to further support children's understanding of healthy lifestyles.

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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

 review and enhance the organisation of some routines and the quality of teaching and learning, to raise outcomes for children to the highest level  increase opportunities for children to learn about healthy lifestyles.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection and carried out a joint evaluation of the teaching and learning, with the childminder.  The inspector viewed the areas of the childminder's home used by children.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as policies and children's records.  The inspector took account of parents' views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure knowledge of how to keep children safe. She has a clear understanding of the process to follow should she need to report any concerns about a child's well-being. She makes thorough risk assessments and carefully considers safe transport arrangements. The childminder values the views of parents and children as part of the self-evaluation process, to identify further improvements. She understands the procedures to follow when employing an assistant and helps them to understand their role and responsibilities. She is committed to the ongoing development of her professional skills. For example, she has introduced new techniques to support children's literacy skills.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is skilled in helping children to extend their communication and language. Younger children listen attentively to songs that they enjoy and join in with actions. Older children help to complete familiar rhymes. The childminder plans stimulating activities that support children's physical development successfully. Children enjoy squeezing water onto floor level windows and use tools to clear the glass. They use their hands to explore sensory materials enthusiastically, such as foam and make marks in it with tools and combs. The childminder encourages children's imaginative play and creativity, effectively. Children pretend to cook using tools and sand, and explore the sounds made by musical instruments.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder supports children's emotional security and self-esteem skilfully. Children enjoy the positive encouragement and praise they receive and are well motivated. She provides a good range of opportunities to help children gain an awareness of communities beyond their immediate experience, for example, the different languages that people speak. They childminder helps children to develop their independence and sense of responsibility. Older children help with everyday tasks eagerly, such as helping to serve meals and wiping the table. Children learn to manage their personal needs and dress in their outdoor clothes.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop good social skills and enjoy involving others in their play. They progress well in their mathematical understanding and literacy skills. Older children make simple calculations and talk about the sounds they can hear in words. Younger children enjoy handling books and listening to stories. Children develop their understanding of the world. They enjoy observing the behaviour of local wildlife that visit the garden. They learn about forces and movement, such as pouring sand to make a wheel spin.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY427592 Local authority Cheshire East Inspection number 1105286 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 15

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 15 December 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011. She holds a relevant early years qualification at level 3. She works Monday to Thursday from 7.30am until 6pm, all year round except for bank holidays and she works with an assistant. The childminder receives funding to provide free early education to children aged two, three and four years.

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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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