Childminder in Halton

This provision meets requirements

n The experienced childminder knows the requirements of the early years foundation stage well. She seeks out training to help her to improve. For example, the childminder attended training about interpreting children's behaviour. Her account of her learning demonstrates that the childminder deepened her understanding of how to promote children's positive behaviour. n The childminder knows the signs and symptoms that indicate a child may be suffering abuse or neglect. She trains her assistant to follow her provision's safeguarding procedures. The childminder clearly demonstrates an intention to seek advice quickly if she is concerned that a child is at risk of harm. She knows who to contact if an allegation is made against her or her assistant. n The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to promote children's communication and language. For example, during a science activity, children saw baby caterpillars change into pupae and later watched butterflies emerge.

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This stimulated children's interest in the activity and they learned new words that were meaningful to them. n The childminder further demonstrates her understanding of how children learn outdoors. For instance, the childminder knows the importance of sensory play and has installed a floor-level sand tray. The tray has a close-fitting cover to prevent animals from soiling the sand. This helps to illustrate the childminder's vigilant approach to managing risks to children's health and safety. n The childminder demonstrates a well-developed understanding of inclusion and equal opportunities. She describes how she teaches children values that help them to resist the influence of extreme views. Parents comment that the childminder helps children to develop compassion and empathy. n The childminder shows how she maintains written records that help her to promote children's welfare. For example, she has a system for recording

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children's accidents and injuries and reporting them to parents. The childminder updates her knowledge of statutory requirements and regularly reviews her procedures. She stores confidential information securely and has good knowledge of data protection.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY434431 Local authority Halton Inspection number 10074927 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 6 to 10 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 19 July 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Widnes. Her provision operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. She occasionally works with an assistant.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder meets the statutory requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The childminder gave the inspector a tour of the indoor and outdoor areas that are used for childminding. They discussed the childminder's approach to identifying and minimising risks to children's safety. n The inspector looked at documents used in the provision and discussed these with the childminder. For instance, she considered the childminder's procedures for child protection and the evidence of her suitability to work with children.

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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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