Childminder in Wirral

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 May 2018 18 June 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 Outstanding 1

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This provision is good

 The childminder excels in promoting children's emotional well-being. She forms incredibly close bonds with children, helping them to feel safe and secure. She knows children she cares for extremely well. The childminder forms excellent partnerships with parents and skilfully engages them in exchanging information about children's needs. She ensures that these needs are constantly met.  The childminder is a good role model. Children's behaviour is outstanding; even very young children show care and compassion towards each other. They are kind and considerate in their actions. For example, when toddlers fall over, pre-school children help them to get back onto their feet and offer them a reassuring cuddle.  The childminder plans activities that are appropriate to children's age and stage of development. Along with her assistant, she regularly observes children and tracks their progress. Children make good progress.

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This provision is good

 The well-qualified childminder has a particularly good understanding of how children learn new vocabulary. For example, she introduces them to new words and provides a running commentary as they play. The childminder skilfully questions children to support their communication and language development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently share relevant information with other professionals to provide more continuity in children's learning.  The childminder has not explored a wide range of highly focused, professional development opportunities to help raise the quality of teaching even further.

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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

 improve information sharing with other professionals and provide even more consistency in children's learning  plan and implement an astute programme of professional development that is aimed at raising the, overall, quality of teaching and practice to the highest level.

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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 completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge of the potential signs of abuse and is confident in local reporting procedures. Thorough risk assessments are completed on a regular basis and appropriate steps are taken to minimise risks and help keep children safe. The childminder regularly evaluates her practice and considers the views of parents and children. Parents comment that they are very happy with the 'brilliant' care children receive. The childminder regularly conducts supervision meetings with her assistant to discuss performance and review changes to personal circumstances. Furthermore, the childminder implements robust recruitment procedures. Supervision and recruitment arrangements are effective and promote a safe environment for children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder responds to children's changing ideas. For example, when they become engrossed in a book they have found while tidying up, the childminder reads it to them. She prompts them to contribute and turn the pages. Children listen attentively as they snuggle in and develop a genuine interest in literacy. Parents speak highly of the methods of communication used by the childminder and her assistant and the helpful information provided. The childminder provides ideas for activities that parents can do to continue their children's learning at home.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

Highly successful settling-in procedures are very effective in supporting children's emotional development. Even very young children demonstrate high levels of self- confidence and a very good understanding of how to communicate their needs. For example, they ask to go to bed when they become tired and contentedly fall asleep. Children's good health is extremely well promoted. Toddlers have time, space and encouragement to practise new skills, such as chopping and peeling fruit. Mealtimes are sociable occasions where children talk to each other and giggle as they delight in each other's company. Children's physical development is exceptionally well fostered through a broad range of activities. An abundance of outings into the local community helps children to feel a sense of belonging and provides plentiful opportunities for energetic play.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children have a positive attitude towards learning and are keen to try out new experiences. They make good progress from their starting points and develop the skills to promote their future learning. Children understand and follow instructions well. They learn how to count accurately during play and they enjoy using their own mathematical knowledge. For example, they count how many bricks they use to build a tower. Children begin to manage their personal care needs, such as toileting, independently. They are prepared well for the eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY410200 Local authority Wirral Inspection number 1065530 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 18 June 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Moreton, Wirral. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with an assistant. The childminder holds an early years foundation degree.

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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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