Childminder in Cheshire East

Inspection date 10 December 2018 Previous inspection date 2 February 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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This provision is good

n Children thrive in the welcoming and stimulating environment, which is carefully organised to support children's learning and development and to take account of their interests. n The childminder observes children at play and makes accurate assessments of their achievements. This helps her to support children to build on what they already know and can do and contributes to the good progress they make in their learning. n The childminder provides an abundance of opportunities for children to build on their understanding of nature and the world around them. They go on many visits to local parks and places of interest. n Children settle extremely quickly into the childminder's care and demonstrate a very strong sense of belonging. They develop good social skills and communicate their needs effectively. n Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder shares a wealth of information with them about their children's care, learning and development.

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This provision is good

n The childminder is fully committed and passionate about ensuring there is continual improvement in her practice. For example, a newly introduced electronic system to record and track children's progress is helping her to identify and address gaps in learning quickly and effectively. n Although the childminder's practice is strong, on occasion, she overly directs children during activities. This does not consistently encourage children to explore their own ideas.

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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 increase opportunities for children to explore their own ideas.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of the childminder's teaching and the impact this has on children's progress. n The inspector discussed children's learning and their progress with the childminder, including their next steps and interests. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector examined a sample of relevant documents and evidence of the suitability of people living in the household. n The inspector took account of the written views of parents provided on the day of the inspection.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder is professional, organised and keeps her knowledge of safeguarding procedures up to date. She fully understands her role and responsibility if she has a concern about a child. She implements a wide range of policies and procedures, which helps to underpin the efficient running of her setting and ensures the safety and welfare of children at all times. The childminder ensures her knowledge is up to date by conducting her own research, attending courses and sharing information with other childminders. She understands the importance of working in partnership with others to help to promote a consistent approach to children's care, learning and development. Parents are very complimentary about the childminder. They appreciate the experiences and opportunities she offers children in her care and the nurturing environment she provides.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children use the good range of resources available and concentrate intently during activities of their choice. The childminder carefully observes children and thoughtfully decides on learning priorities for every child. She builds on children's communication skills effectively. She talks to children during their play and captures opportunities to introduce new language. Children benefit from activities that promote their imagination and exploratory skills. For example, they play with pasta, water and enjoy exploring objects made from natural resources, such as wood. Children enthusiastically join in with action songs and play a range of musical instruments. As they listen to the different sounds they make, the childminder teaches children to understand the difference between 'soft' and 'loud'.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder supports children's emotional well-being effectively. She is sensitive to their needs and offers frequent praise and encouragement, helping them to gain confidence in their own abilities. She provides nutritious meals and snacks, and teaches children about the importance of healthy eating and good hygiene procedures. Children learn about how to keep themselves safe, for example, helping to pick up their toys off the floor. Behaviour is excellent. Children learn to respect others as they take part in an array of activities that develops their awareness of the lives of others that are similar and different to their own. The childminder offers plenty of support for children to enhance their physical skills and coordination as they complete puzzles and enjoy bouncing on large play equipment in the garden. Children particularly enjoy the responsibility of helping to feed the childminder's pet chickens and to collect their eggs.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are active and curious learners. They are consistently interested and engaged in the range of activities provided. Children make good progress in the skills they need to secure future learning. They use simple technology in their play and enjoy pressing buttons on toys to see what happens. The childminder encourages children's mathematical development effectively. For example, she teaches children to count and introduces simple concepts, such as colour, shape and size.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY338814 Local authority Cheshire East Inspection number 10059325 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 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 2 February 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2006 and is located in Sandbach, Cheshire. She operates during term time, from 7.45am to 5.30pm on Monday to Friday. The childminder holds a 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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