Childminder in Halton

Inspection date 29 October 2018 Previous inspection date 12 November 2015

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Previous inspection: Good 2 Effectiveness of leadership and management Outstanding 1 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Outstanding 1 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Outstanding 1 Outcomes for children Outstanding 1

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The provision is outstanding

n The childminder is well qualified, experienced and passionate about her work with children. She reflects on her practice, and considers the views of parents well. She has a very clear focus for her continuous improvement. n The childminder has high expectations of what children can achieve. She uses her excellent knowledge of children to plan exactly what they need to learn next. Children persist in their activities and are extremely motivated to learn and achieve. n The childminder and her assistant are highly responsive to children's needs and wishes. They establish very warm and trusting relationships with children and their families. Every effort is made to involve parents in their children's achievements and the next steps in their learning. n The childminder is meticulous in her monitoring of children's development. She uses comprehensive tracking to identify potential gaps in learning. This supports children to

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The provision is outstanding

make extremely good progress and in some areas of their development they exceed. n Children are provided with extensive opportunities for fresh air and exercise. They delight in exploring the local area and playing on equipment at the local parks. n The childminder is extremely well organised. She implements her highly effective policies, procedures and risk assessments to promote children's well-being. All adults are extremely proactive in teaching children how to keep themselves safe and healthy.

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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

n continue to implement the excellent plans to provide even more inspiring learning opportunities for children to develop their imagination.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector had a tour of the areas of the house used for childminding. She observed activities and routines in the playroom and assessed the impact these have on children's learning. n The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector took account of the views of parents in written feedback. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector checked documentation relating to the suitability of adults and sampled documentation regarding planning and children's progress. She also reviewed relevant policies and procedures.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is outstanding

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has an excellent knowledge of procedures that enable her to protect children from harm. She monitors her assistants extremely well and all complete regular safeguarding training. They are conscientious about children's safety and welfare, and teach children from a young age about identifying hazards. Partnership with parents is outstanding. Parents are very clear about the impact that the childminder has had on their lives. They say that she is extremely calm and caring and believe that their children's rapid progress is down to the childminder's drive and commitment. The childminder strengthens her excellent understanding further through regular briefing sessions and childminder networks.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

The childminder and her assistant are exceedingly perceptive to children's needs and the slightest changes are discussed with parents to identify any issues. These relationships provide a foundation from which children quickly become confident. The childminder is a highly skilled communicator who carefully listens to children. She responds swiftly and accurately to extend learning. For example, as a child cuts a diamond shape with scissors, the childminder immediately refers to a poster on the wall for support. The childminder continually challenges children. For example, while playing in the kitchen the childminder asks questions, such as 'what is happening here?' and 'what are you cooking for dinner?' Children are given plenty of time to respond and delight in discussing what they are doing. The environment is exceptionally well organised. Children choose from a range of resources that the childminder has carefully planned to extend their learning

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

The childminder is enthusiastic and determined to provide the very best outcomes for children. She continuously considers how she can enhance further children's learning and their use of new resources. For example, she has identified the need to include more natural resources into the environment to develop further children's imagination. The childminder meets the individual needs of children superbly and they flourish in her care. Children attend to their self-care needs extremely well for their age. The childminder and her assistant are excellent role models and demonstrate kindness and respect. The childminder offers praise regularly to help children develop their confidence and self-esteem. Children's behaviour is excellent and inspiring, and sensitive strategies are used to support toddlers when sharing and turn taking.

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Outcomes for children are outstanding

Children are very eager learners and confident communicators. They make rapid progress in their learning from their individual starting points. Older children are developing excellent skills in readiness for school. Children concentrate superbly on their activities. They delight in developing their imaginative skills. For example, they pretend to cook play dough and make birthday cakes using sticks that they found on a walk as candles.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY405390 Local authority Halton Inspection number 10063153 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 12 November 2015

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The childminder registered in 2010. She operates all year round, from 8am to 5.30pm from Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with an assistant.

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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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