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 Not applicable

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The provision is good

The childminder provides a welcoming and homely environment where children settle quickly. Children make good progress and have excellent relationships with the childminder. They are confident and independent learners who laugh and chat as they play. They enjoy learning about mathematical concepts as they sort pine cones according to size. Younger children have plenty of one-to-one attention, which helps them to feel secure. They thrive because of the childminder's kind and calm approach. Children have positive attitudes to learning and are eager to take part in all activities that the childminder offers.

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations of children's behaviour. She praises children's positive actions. As a result, children listen intently and follow instructions. Children have beautiful manners and consistently say 'please' and 'thank you'. They are kind and take turns in their play. Children are fond of the childminder's pet lizard. They enjoy going to the exotic pet shop to collect bugs for it to eat. Children develop responsible attitudes as they help to care for the pet. Following the COVID-19 restrictions, the childminder has implemented stringent hygiene and self-care routines, such as washing hands at appropriate times. These routines help to keep children healthy and minimise the spread of infection.

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need to do better?

n Children develop a good knowledge of the community in which they live. They visit a local market every week to buy vegetables and bread. Children clearly enjoy mixing with a range of people as they attend a variety of playgroups and eat at local cafes. As a result, children feel a sense of belonging. However, opportunities for children to learn about cultural differences that exist in the local community are not as well developed. n The childminder constantly reviews her practice. She is motivated to provide the best possible experiences for children. Feedback from parents and children is used to make improvements. Following recent feedback, children now attend music and dance classes. The childminder completes regular training to improve her leadership and management skills. However, her professional development is not sharply focused on strengthening the quality of teaching even further. n Children learn about wildlife and nature as they play in the childminder's

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interesting garden. They safely feed fish in the pond and look for frogs. Children sit quietly and listen to the sounds in the environment. They say that they can hear a 'waterfall', 'birds' and 'cars'. These meaningful activities help to prepare children to recognise sounds that letters make in words and develop their early literacy skills. n Overall, the childminder has a good knowledge of child development. She frequently assesses children's progress. This ensures that any gaps in learning

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4 May 2022 and development are quickly identified. The childminder provides parents with precise advice on how to support learning at home. As a result, all children make good progress, and parents are extremely happy with the support their children receive. n The childminder adapts her routines and activities to ensure that she meets children's needs. When children say that they feel tired, the childminder ensures that they have access to quiet spaces to relax in. Children can get a drink of water when needed and they have healthy food provided by the childminder. This means that children are developing good habits that benefit their physical health. n The childminder supports children's communication and language development. She talks to children as they play and demonstrates correct language use. The childminder engages in a role play tea party with the children. She introduces new vocabulary, such as 'aubergine'. Children enjoy a cosy story time, cuddled

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on the childminder's knee as she reads enthusiastically to them. Children repeat new words as they extend their vocabulary. n Children learn about ways to keep themselves safe when out in the community. They enjoy crossing the road with the 'lollipop lady' and they show great respect for people who help them. This helps children to learn about making a positive contribution by helping others.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding issues. She has recently completed training to ensure that her knowledge remains up to date. The childminder is aware of how to report any concerns about children's welfare. She understands how to respond in certain situations, including supporting children who may be at risk of exploitation. The childminder maintains a safe and secure home. She confirms the identity of visitors through a camera before unlocking the door. This contributes to keeping children safe.

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should:

n support children to develop their knowledge of cultural differences that exist in the local community so they better understand what makes them unique n enhance professional development and focus on opportunities that will raise the good quality of teaching to an even higher level.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY555595 Local authority Warrington Inspection number 10174791 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Padgate, Warrington. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, term time only. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises with the childminder. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together to discuss the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n Children spoke to the inspector about what they enjoy doing while with the childminder. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documents on request. n Parents shared their views on the setting with the inspector.

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Inspection activities

4 May 2022 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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4 May 2022 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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