Childminder in Cheshire West and Chester

Inspection date 13 February 2019 Previous inspection date 24 February 2016

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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 The childminder provides children with a stimulating environment inside and outside. Children are encouraged to choose and lead their own play from a broad and exciting range of activities, resources and equipment. n The quality of teaching is consistently good. The childminder and her assistant have an excellent knowledge of the individual children in their care. Their accurate assessments of children's progress identify their strengths and areas for personal development, which are used to inform planning. n Children are well cared for and form strong attachments with the childminder and her assistant. They demonstrate they feel safe and emotionally secure, and receive cuddles and reassurance when needed. Children display good levels of self-esteem and confidence as they eagerly try new experiences. n Children have many opportunities to develop their curiosity and to explore the natural world. For example, they enjoy activities such as growing their own plants in the

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This provision is good

improved outdoor area. They go on nature walks in the local forest, looking for signs of spring. n Parents are extremely complimentary about the care provided by the childminder and the progress their children are making. The childminder regularly shares ideas and suggestions to ensure parents are actively engaged and able to build on their child's learning at home. n Occasionally, the childminder does not give young children enough time to think about and then answer the questions that she asks.

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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 give children more time to think about and then respond to questions to maximise their critical-thinking skills.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching and assessed the impact this has on children's learning and development. n The inspector took account of parents' written comments. n The inspector carried out a joint evaluation of a planned activity with the childminder. n The inspector spoke with the childminder, her assistant and children at appropriate times during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder is committed to providing a safe environment for children. She regularly carries out risk assessments to ensure resources and equipment are suitable. She implements effective policies and procedures to support her practice. The childminder and her assistant have a secure understanding of child protection referral procedures and the action to take in the event of any concern about a child in their care. The childminder rigorously monitors children's progress to ensure children are moving forward in their development. She regularly reviews her own and her assistant's practice. This helps her to make improvements to raise the quality of her care and teaching even further. She and her assistant attend regular training and access courses online. The childminder has good relationships with other professionals and settings that children attend, to further promote consistency of care and learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans a range of activities that engage and interest children. Children enjoy being creative and develop their imaginations. For instance, children thoroughly enjoy making cards, drawing patterns and decorating these. The childminder sensitively supports young children to develop their early writing skills, for example, as they make a variety of marks and write the initial letter of their name. The childminder supports children's communication and language well. She constantly talks to babies who enjoy the social interactions and talks about what is happening as she plays alongside older children. Children enjoy sharing stories with the childminder. This helps to foster a love of books and develop children's early reading skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children settle quickly. The childminder provides a tailored approach to supporting children in her care. She has flexible routines that meet children's individual needs. Children's behaviour is good. The childminder and her assistant offer regular praise to children, celebrating their achievements during play. They are positive role models and have a calm and consistent approach. Children are reminded to share, take turns and play alongside each other and to use good manners. Children are developing a secure understanding of leading a healthy lifestyle. They follow good hygiene procedures and enjoy frequent opportunities for fresh air and physical exercise. The resources and activities that the childminder offers children are age appropriate and reflect their diversity, background and learning experiences.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting points. Children independently select what they would like to play with and concentrate well on their chosen activities. The childminder and her assistant regularly encourage children of all ages to support their independence and self-care skills. Young children are growing in confidence in toileting, handwashing and learning to put on their coat and shoes. Children begin to use mathematical language as they count and recognise shapes, size and numbers in the environment. They are prepared well for their future learning and development and their eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY421402 Local authority Cheshire West and Chester Inspection number 10074686 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 0 - 11 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 16 Date of previous inspection 24 February 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Cuddington, Cheshire. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, 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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