Childminder EY495948

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 July 2018 25 July 2017

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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 worked hard to address issues raised at the last inspection. She has supported her assistants to obtain a valid first-aid certificate and maintains accurate records of the hours children attend, which helps her to keep them safe.  The childminder has a good relationship with parents. She works closely with them when their child first starts to discuss the child's needs and set their starting points. She provides regular opportunities for parents to be involved in their child's learning. For example, she issues weekly newsletters with ideas to extend children's learning at home.  The childminder and her assistants have a calm and positive approach that helps to create a nurturing environment where children settle quickly. They develop a strong bond with the children. The childminder has a daily routine that helps them to feel secure.  The childminder and her assistants observe and monitor children's development well.

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This provision is good

They use the information to plan effectively for their next steps in learning, which helps them to make good progress.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, large-group activities are not sharply focused enough on the needs of individual children, which results in some children becoming disengaged.  The childminder and her assistants sometimes miss opportunities to encourage children to develop their independence skills during routines.

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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

 ensure that large-group times are more sharply focused on the individual needs of all children participating  extend the opportunities for children to develop their self-help skills during routines.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching, evaluated an activity with the childminder and discussed the impact on children's learning.  The inspector interacted with the children and assistants at various points during the inspection.  The inspector examined a sample of relevant documents and evidence of suitability of people living in the household.  The inspector discussed the children's learning and their progress with the childminder and assistants, including their next steps and children's interests.  The inspector had a tour of the childminder's home. She looked at the range of resources available for the children's use and arrangements for keeping children safe.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder and assistants have attended safeguarding training. They can identify a wide range of possible indicators that a child may be at risk of harm and know the procedures to follow if they are concerned. The childminder's regular supervision of the assistants helps them to feel valued. They are encouraged to undertake further training and qualifications, which has a positive impact on children's learning. For example, training on supporting communication has helped them to develop children's language skills. The childminder regularly evaluates her practice and considers ways to improve her provision through discussions with parents and other professionals.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder and her assistants successfully promote children's learning through a range of stimulating activities. For example, they sensitively allow younger children time to engage in sensory experiences and develop their own ideas. They plan activities, which encourage children to practise their counting skills, such as rolling a large dice and finding the shape with the corresponding number. Children show delight when they have finished the activity. Children's literacy skills are promoted well. They enthusiastically sing rhymes and listen to stories, predicting what happens next. Older children are taught the sounds that letters represent. Children have opportunities to help develop their small- and large- muscle skills through activities, such as rolling playdough and using scooters.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children receive clear messages about adopting a healthy lifestyle. The daily routine provides opportunities for them to play outdoors in the fresh air. Children enjoy eating fresh fruit at snack time and nutritious meals, and they drink water regularly during the day. The childminder and her assistants teach children about respecting differences and to understand about the wider world. For example, they learn some Spanish words to explore the culture of children attending the setting. The childminder and her assistants model positive behaviour. They set clear boundaries to help children develop good manners. They offer encouragement and praise to children, helping them to persevere and build their self-esteem. Children take turns and share as they play together.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good rates of progress from their starting points, including those who speak English as an additional language They are well prepared for their eventual move on to school. Children have opportunities to develop early mathematical and literacy skills. For example, younger children enjoy mark-making activities and older children practise recognising and writing letters in their name. Children practise counting during routines. Children develop their social skills in preparation for their next stage of learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY495948 Local authority Cheshire West and Chester Inspection number 1112180 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 4 Total number of places 18 Number of children on roll 16

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 25 July 2017

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2016. She lives in a suburb of the city of Chester. The childminder provides care for children Monday to Friday, including before- and after-school sessions, and during school holidays. The childminder works with assistants.

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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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