Childminder 304130

Inspection date 13 March 2019 Previous inspection date 20 July 2015

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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 does not have adequate fire detection equipment, such as fully working smoke alarms, to minimise the risk to children in the event of a fire. n The childminder keeps parents well informed about children's learning and development in the setting. However, she does not yet recommend ways to help parents to extend children's learning at home, to further promote children's progression.

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It has the following strengths

n The childminder has established effective partnerships with other settings that children attend. This helps her to plan meaningful activities for children and ensure continuity of learning across settings. n The childminder promotes learning and development for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). She has secured interventions to help close gaps in children's learning and enable them to make good progress. n The childminder has a good knowledge of child development. She observes children's play and makes precise assessments. The childminder updates tracking documents regularly and uses the information to target children's learning needs. n The childminder promotes equality and diversity and tackles discrimination effectively. She helps children to understand and respect different backgrounds and experiences. Children learn about other communities and cultures through planned activities, such

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It has the following strengths

as exploring the festival of Holi. n Parents are impressed with the childminder and feel happy with their choice of childcare. They comment that they like receiving photographs from the childminder. Parents look forward to hearing their children talk enthusiastically about their exciting trips and the people they meet.

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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 ensure all fire detection equipment is in working order. 31/03/2019

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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 introduce ways to help parents to continue children's learning at home, in order to help children progress more rapidly.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector toured the premises indoors and outdoors. n The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder and discussed quality of teaching, learning and assessment. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including evidence of suitability of adults living on the premises, policies and procedures, risk assessments and children's records. n The inspector spoke to a parent and took account of parents' views through written feedback and questionnaires. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder during the inspection and observed children's routines, learning and development.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management requires improvement

The childminder evaluates her practice and makes improvements. For example, she has introduced new resources for children to explore, such as a mud kitchen. She has established networks with other childminders and professionals. They share ideas to help support children's learning. This has helped to raise the quality of teaching. The childminder shows commitment to training in order to improve her knowledge and understanding of good practice, including child protection issues. She is confident in how to identify and manage safeguarding concerns and allegations. Safeguarding is effective. However, the childminder has not fully prioritised the welfare of children; she has not replaced the batteries in the smoke alarm to help protect children in the event of a fire.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder delivers consistently strong teaching and an interesting curriculum for children. For example, children enjoy paddling in a stream in their wellington boots as they explore nature on one of their many educational trips. The childminder enhances children's sensory experiences on their walk by using familiar language from favourite stories. Children draw pictures in the forest, which supports their early writing skills. The childminder displays their pictures on trees. Children show pride in their efforts. The childminder focuses strongly on communication and language. For example, she provides a narrative for younger children as they explore treasure baskets. The childminder models language well and poses questions to encourage interactions and test children's understanding. She sings songs during children's play and routines. This helps to highlight meaning and to develop counting skills. Children join in with words and actions.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare require improvement

The weakness in leadership and management means children's welfare is not fully supported. However, the childminder welcomes children into the setting and promotes their personal development. She encourages children to develop self-care skills and to become independent from an early age. For example, young children feed themselves and clean their own hands. Older children help to make their own porridge. Children have formed secure attachments with the childminder and are happy in her care. The childminder is responsive and sensitive as she takes account of everyone's needs. She adapts activities to be inclusive for all children. Numerous outings, such as park trips, help to support physical development and promote healthy lifestyles for children.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make consistently good progress, including those with SEND. They work within the range of development typical for their age. Any gaps in children's learning are closing. Children are well prepared for transitions to nursery and school. They develop self-confidence and social skills so they can interact well in group situations. Children explore their environment with interest, test their ideas and solve problems. For example, young children enjoy the challenge of working out how to open a 'magic' box by sliding a door and pressing a button. They show delight as they discover what is in the box. Children are keen to have a go and develop new skills. They are motivated, self- assured and eager to learn.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 304130 Local authority Cheshire West and Chester Inspection number 10062160 Type of provision Childminder

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Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10 Date of previous inspection 20 July 2015

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The childminder registered in 1991 and lives in Chester. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm Monday to Wednesday, 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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