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

Children are happy and enjoy their time with the caring and attentive childminder. They are welcomed into the homely setting and show they feel safe and relaxed as they quickly engage in exploring resources in the indoor and outdoor area. Children behave well and are confident to talk to the childminder about their experiences. For example, they talk about going on an aeroplane to Germany for a holiday.

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The provision is good

Children access a dedicated playroom with a wide range of resources that support learning in all areas of the curriculum. The environment reflects children's interests and supports them in developing their imaginative play skills. For example, children enjoy experiences based on their interest in construction. They mix sand and shaving foam to make cement. Children learn about the effects of mixing different textures and use words to describe what they can see and feel, such a 'smooth' and 'sticky'.

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations for children's learning and development. Children are supported with lots of different experiences that previously may have been limited due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For example, children go on outings to the park and attend groups at local children's centres. This helps to provide children with increased opportunities to socialise and interact with other children of the same age.

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need to do better?

n The childminder uses her knowledge of children's learning and development to plan opportunities that help to build upon what children already know and can do. For instance, she provides a range of transport toys to provoke children's interests, engagement and communication. She further extends children's knowledge by visiting a local truck stop and talking about the different types of vehicles there. As a result, children deepen their knowledge and extend their skills through their own interests. n The childminder undertakes regular assessments of the children in her care. This enables her to identify when some children may need extra support in order to make continued good progress. The childminder understands the importance of working in close partnership with outside agencies should the need arise. n Children develop an understanding of early mathematical concepts. For example, after searching for snails in the garden, they count them. The childminder

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need to do better?

further extends children's learning by encouraging them to estimate how many snails they will have if she adds one more. Young children are supported effectively to learn about numbers and are able to count confidently. n Parents comment positively on the childminder's provision and how much they value the way she cares for their children. They share how she has had a

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8 September 2022 positive impact on their child's progress and how happy they are with her communication. The childminder keeps parents well informed about daily routines and supports parents to help their children to learn key skills, such as toilet training. n The childminder encourages children to be independent. For example, young children access their own sink and dry their own hands. The childminder talks to children about the importance of good handwashing routines. Children's independence is further supported, as the childminder supports them to cut and serve their own fruit at mealtimes. Opportunities such as these help children to develop a resilient, can-do attitude, which supports their self-confidence. n Children engage in healthy routines. They learn about the importance of oral health through activities and role play. Children demonstrate an understanding of when they should visit the dentist and recognise which foods can contribute

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need to do better?

to tooth decay. n The childminder has continued her professional development with some online training. However, she does not always evaluate the impact of training to help in targeting where future professional development may enhance her knowledge and skills further. For example, in support of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder undertakes regular checks on the environment to ensure it remains a safe place in which children can play. The childminder has a good understanding of how to protect children from harm. She can identify the different types of abuse and can recognise the signs and symptoms that may indicate that a child is at risk of harm. The childminder keeps her safeguarding knowledge up to date through regular training. She knows what to do and who to contact if she has a concern about a child's welfare.

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should:

n evaluate where further training may enhance professional skills and the quality of provision. For example, in support of children with SEND.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY348805 Local authority Warrington Inspection number 10066551 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 1 Date of previous inspection 8 June 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Latchford, Warrington. She operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, on a Monday and Wednesday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n Children spoke to/communicated with the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

8 September 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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Inspection activities

8 September 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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