Childminder in Warrington

Inspection date 14 November 2018 Previous inspection date 22 October 2015

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This inspection: Good 2

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

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The provision is good

n The childminder gets to know children and their families extremely well. She uses information gathered from parents and what she observes, to assess children's levels of development accurately. n The childminder has a deep understanding of the importance of children's emotional security and well-being. She nurtures children well and they are easily settled by her comfort and reassurance. n The childminder encourages children's good observation. She asks questions and prompts them to think during their play activities. Children make good progress from when they begin to attend. n Young children enjoy experimenting with sounds and words. The childminder values their efforts and she uses excellent communication and language strategies to encourage their willingness to communicate. n The childminder gathers the views of parents and evaluates her provision effectively. She knows her strengths and has identified clear actions to help her to improve even

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The provision is good

further. n The childminder communicates with parents in a variety of ways. Parents are very pleased with the positive impact that the childminder has on children's care and learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder does not consistently maximise opportunities for young children to develop their early independence during routine tasks and self-care. n The childminder has not explored different ways to enhance her professional development and raise the quality of teaching to an even higher level.

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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 extend young children's independence even further and give them more opportunities to learn how to manage simple tasks for themselves n broaden professional development opportunities to develop the quality of teaching and learning further.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector spoke to some children and parents during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of the suitability of adults living at the premises. n The inspector held a meeting with the childminder and discussed self-evaluation. n The inspector jointly evaluated a teaching activity with the childminder. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder keeps herself up to date with the local authority's procedures to help to keep children safe. She knows what may cause her concern about a child and what to do if she is concerned. The childminder takes effective steps to safeguard children when other people are living on site or visiting. Good safety practices are in place which contribute to keeping children safe in the home and on outings. The childminder gathers information from parents from when children begin to attend. Good two-way sharing of information helps the childminder and parents to maintain continuity in children's learning. The childminder can identify if children have any gaps in learning or slowing in progress. She knows what to do to gain additional support where necessary, in conjunction with parents and external agencies.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder carefully monitors children's progress and plans appropriately challenging and interesting experiences for them. She frequently introduces mathematical concepts into children's play and they learn to use mathematics for a purpose. The childminder guides children to keep track accurately of objects when counting them. She helps children's speech to progress in a variety of ways. For example, she models how to say words correctly and how to communicate in cohesive sentences. The childminder models writing for children to see from an early age. For example, she labels their artwork for them while providing a good narrative for them to hear. The childminder knows how to prepare children for their next stages of learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder guides children to make choices about where they would like to play. She supports their decisions and follows their interests. The childminder is a good role model. She consistently encourages children to use good manners and to be respectful of one another. The childminder provides regular opportunities for children to learn about taking turns. She helps them to understand that some things are theirs, some belong to others and some things need to be shared. Hygienic care procedures are in place and the childminder encourages children's good health and physical well-being.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children share strong emotional attachments with the childminder. They enjoy her company and like her to play. Children feel secure in her care and move around the home with confidence. They show age-appropriate levels of independence during play. Children behave very well. They are calm and friendly towards one another. Children listen to the childminder and follow her guidance. They cooperate well during care-giving experiences, such as nappy changing.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 314827 Local authority Warrington Inspection number 10066508 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 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 22 October 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 1993 and lives in Great Sankey, Warrington. She operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm from Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a full and relevant early years qualification at level 3.

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Registers

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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