Childminder in Warrington

Inspection date 10 December 2018 Previous inspection date 8 May 2014

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder describes how she intends to evaluate her setting and reflect on the quality regularly. She plans to develop action plans to help her to make positive changes. She is committed to enhancing her skills and knowledge and she accesses all mandatory training, such as first aid. n The childminder has a secure understanding of how to keep children safe. For instance, she explains how she plans to check her home for potential risks daily and before taking children on outings. The childminder is alert to the potential signs of abuse or neglect. She explains what action she would take in the event if a concern arising. n The childminder recognises the benefit of working with other professionals and different settings that children may attend. She explains how this would help her to provide children with consistency and good levels of support. n The childminder understands how to offer an inclusive service for all children and their

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families. She describes how she intends to teach children about the wider world, such as exploring different cultures. She values the importance of teaching children how to develop good behaviour and social skills. n The childminder has a secure knowledge of how to observe children and assess their development from the start. She explains how she intends to use the information to identify any gaps in children's learning. She describes how this will help her to focus on the areas where children require the most support. She aims to plan a range of opportunities for children to help them make good progress. n The childminder values the importance of working in partnership with parents and building strong relationships with them. She explains how she intends to share and gather information about children's achievements and care routines. For example, she intends to use a daily diary as one form of communication.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration. Inspection activities n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspectors had a tour of the areas of the childminder's home used when caring for children.

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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and adults living on the premises. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to evaluate her provision.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY453137 Local authority Warrington Inspection number 10083089 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 6 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 8 May 2014

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The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Warrington. She operates during term time only, from 3pm until 5.30pm on a Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

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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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