Childminder in Knowsley

Inspection date 8 March 2019 Previous inspection date 12 June 2018

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Previous inspection: Requires improvement

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Effectiveness of leadership and management Requires improvement Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare Requires improvement Outcomes for children Good 2

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This is a provision that requires improvement

n The childminder and her assistants do not have a robust understanding of wider safeguarding issues, particularly the 'Prevent duty guidance for England and Wales 2015'. n The childminder does not keep a written record of any accidents and injuries to children and the first-aid treatment given. n The childminder does not fully explore further opportunities for professional development to broaden her own and the skills of her assistants, to ensure they remain up to date with legislative changes. n Teaching does not always provide enough opportunity for children to explore in their own way.

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It has the following strengths

n Overall, the childminder has worked hard to improve the quality of her provision since her last inspection. Reflection of practice and guidance from early years advisers have helped her make some beneficial improvements. Recent modifications to her playroom significantly enrich children's learning experiences. n The childminder effectively establishes children's starting points in learning. She accurately observes, assesses and monitors their progress. All children make good progress in their learning. n The childminder and her assistants are good role models for children. Their calm tone and gentle nature help children relax and become quickly settled. Children, including those who are new to the setting, are very happy and content.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and Childcare Register the provider must: Due date improve some aspects of safeguarding knowledge, particularly the 'Prevent duty guidance for England and Wales 2015' 12/04/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

keep a written record of accidents or injuries to children and the first-aid treatment given. 21/03/2019

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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 source professional development opportunities to update current knowledge and further improve practice n provide more time for children to have a go and follow their own ways of doing things.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. The inspector checked the safety of the outdoor area. n The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder and discussed this with her. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and checked evidence of the suitability of adults that work in the childminder's home. n The inspector spoke to the childminder, her assistants and the children throughout the inspection. n The childminder took into account the views of parents by means of written testimonies made available on the day of inspection.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management requires improvement

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder and her assistants have a suitable understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse and the procedures to follow if they have concerns about a child in their care. However, their understanding of other wider aspects of safeguarding, such as the 'Prevent' duty, are not as robust. The childminder does not keep a written record of accidents and injuries or the first-aid treatment given to children. That said, she and her assistants hold valid paediatric first-aid qualifications. Additionally, the childminder informs parents verbally and in writing when these occur. The childminder monitors the progress children make to identify any gaps in their learning. Self-evaluation includes the views of all stakeholders. Parents comment they are happy with all aspects of her provision. Overall, the childminder provides basic training for her assistants and offers some coaching to develop their teaching skills.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management requires improvement

However, this is not sharply focused to ensure any gaps in knowledge are identified and addressed.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder teaches the basics well. She positively interacts with children to engage and motivate them. Children are keen and active learners. Children develop their social skills as they play cooperatively together. Children are creative and demonstrate a desire to write and draw. For example, they use available media such as pens and pencils to make meaningful marks, such as the letters of their name and drawings of members of their own family. The childminder asks some meaningful questions to further children's communication skills. For example, children discuss their favourite colours and talk confidently about the picture they have chosen to colour. Babies have many different opportunities to explore using all their senses. They gurgle with delight as they explore a large tray of rice with their hands and feet. Furthermore, they excitedly shake and bang a variety of sensory bottles. The childminder introduces new words, such as 'sparkle',

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

'up' and 'down'. This helps babies build their developing vocabulary and understanding.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare require improvement

Weaknesses in leadership and management mean that the promotion of children's welfare requires improvement. That said, the childminder rigorously ensures children's safety in her home and when on outings. Children enjoy regular visits to the park, playgroup and library. These provide opportunities to meet other people and extend their social skills away from the childminder's home. Children display high levels of self- confidence and self-esteem. Children behave well, given their age and stage of development. Food provided for children is healthy and meets their unique needs.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop the skills needed for future learning and school. They build their mathematical skills. For example, they count during everyday routines and are encouraged by the childminder to make predictions and discuss concepts, such as 'more' and 'less'. Children are confident communicators who enjoy talking about their home lives and individual experiences. Children listen well and follow simple instructions.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY438435 Local authority Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council Inspection number 10085568 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 - 10 Total number of places 18 Number of children on roll 13 Date of previous inspection 12 June 2018

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Halewood, Knowsley. She works with two assistants. The childminder operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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