Childminder in Warrington

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is good

The childminder prides herself on helping children and families become part of the local community. Children visit the local food bank and enjoy being involved in local community sessions. For example, they are members of the sports club and church playgroup, and attend story sessions at the library. The childminder also supports children's understanding of the wider world. For instance, she provides activities that teach children about a variety of cultures.

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The provision is good

Even new babies have formed secure and trusting relationships with the childminder. They smile with delight and cuddle into her. Older children demonstrate a good sense of belonging. They show this as they are keen to show visitors around the childminder's home. Children talk fondly about the childminder. For example, they say that she is 'nice'. Children's behaviour is good. The childminder uses a tidy-up-time song to help to encourage and motivate children to join in. Older children show high levels of concentration during tasks, such as completing jigsaws. The childminder simplifies these puzzles to help children to succeed. For example, she shows children the image to help them to recognise where the pieces go. Children are proud about finishing the puzzles and say that it makes them feel good.

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The provision is good

The childminder provides children with a varied curriculum. She has high expectations for children and they make good progress. For example, three-year- old children already understand simple subtraction and addition and recognise numerals. There are occasions when the childminder does not consider the interests of younger children when planning and delivering sessions. This means that they do not become as involved as older children.

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need to do better?

n Children are competent communicators. The childminder engages them in meaningful conversations throughout the day. She makes good use of opportunities to extend children's learning. For example, children listen as the childminder describes the features of a robin and talks about occupations, such as a dentist. Children show a real interest in books. The childminder asks them if they would like 'a looking or listening book'. This helps children to make their own choices and decisions. Children enjoy exploring the images and ask and answer questions about what they see. n The childminder provides activities that help to promote children's confidence. This helps to prepare them for their move to school. For example, children stand and sing 'five little speckled frogs'. They place a picture of a frog down as one jumps into the pool. Children confidently count how many they have left. The childminder supports counting further. For instance, she uses her fingers to

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need to do better?

21 November 2019 represent numbers. Children have good imaginations. They introduce a new ending to the song confidently. The childminder places less emphasis on planning for younger children during these sessions. This means that children lose interest and their involvement is not maximised. n Parents are complimentary about the childminder, commenting that she has exceeded their expectations. The childminder values the importance of getting to know the whole family. She has a good understanding of children's home lives. She uses this to plan opportunities that enhance children's experiences further. The childminder makes good use of training to enhance her knowledge on a range of topics. For instance, she has recently attended a toilet training course led by health professionals. The childminder has shared this knowledge with parents and helped them to support children at home. n The childminder provides a welcoming and stimulating environment for children.

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need to do better?

Children access a good variety of toys and resources. The childminder plans the environment to suit the needs of children. For instance, she organises her room with low-level equipment. This provides opportunities for younger children who are beginning to pull themselves to standing. Children learn to make healthy choices. For example, they talk about the healthy food that they eat. They recognise vegetables such as mushrooms and aubergines. Children walk to and from school each day. This ensures that they have plenty of fresh air and physical exercise. n The nurturing childminder treats children with respect. Children learn to understand the needs of others. For example, older children show kindness, such as when they offer babies a water cup.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has the knowledge required to recognise the early signs of abuse or neglect. She knows who to contact if concerns arise. The childminder prepares children for incidents well. For example, she provides visual prompts to teach young children about what to do in the event of a fire. The childminder allows children to manage their own risks, such as when getting down from the chairs at lunchtime. Under close supervision, children climb down and ensure that they are safe. The childminder also uses initiatives to teach children about internet safety. For example, she explains the dangers in an age-appropriate manner, such as using a soft-toy character.

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should:

n revise the planning and delivery of activities involving younger children to help them to become more involved and benefit from the good-quality teaching.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY344086 Local authority Warrington Inspection number 10060322 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 to 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 15 Date of previous inspection 15 January 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Grappenhall, Warrington. She operates all year round from 7.45am to 9am and from 3.30pm to 5.30pm on a Monday, and from 7.45am to 5.30pm on a Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, except for family holidays and bank holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector had a tour of the childminder's home. She discussed with the childminder how she organises her setting and how she plans the curriculum for children. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and evaluated the impact this has on children's learning. n A joint observation was carried out by the inspector and the childminder. n Several discussions were held between the inspector and the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection. The inspector viewed relevant documentation, including evidence of the suitability of all adults living on the premises. n The inspector took account of the views of children spoken to on the day. n Parents' views were taken into account from written feedback provided.

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Inspection activities

21 November 2019 We carried out this inspection 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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Inspection activities

21 November 2019 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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