Childminder in Cheshire East

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 offers a welcoming and homely environment. The children have warm and affectionate bonds with the kind and caring childminder. This helps them feel safe and secure. Children are motivated to learn and independently explore the toys and play activities provided.

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The provision is good

The childminder interacts well with children and extends their learning skilfully. For example, she challenges children effectively, encouraging them to solve problems, and supports their independent thinking. Children have a can-do attitude and persevere. They concentrate when conducting activities and take pride in their achievements when they complete a task, making comments such as 'I did it!'.

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The provision is good

Children behave very well. The childminder is a positive role model and has high expectations for children's behaviour. She is quick to remind children of her expectations when they forget. For example, when children cough, she gently reminds them that they must put their hand up in front of their mouth so they do not spread germs. This promotes good hygiene. Snack time is a social time and children demonstrate that they are making healthy choices as they discuss their favourite fruits. The childminder uses this time to promote independence as she encourages all children to wash their own hands before snack time and they choose their own fruit.

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need to do better?

n Children choose from a wide range of books. They climb onto the childminder's lap and ask her to read to them. She talks to children about what they can see in the pictures, so children can share their ideas. Young children carefully turn the pages of the book. For example, one child says, 'That's a ladybird.' Children learn new vocabulary and understand that print carries meaning. They are confident communicators. n Although the childminder has carried out some mandatory training, she does not explore ways to engage in professional development opportunities. This means she cannot always raise the quality of teaching to a higher level. n The childminder places a strong emphasis on outdoor learning. Children develop scientific knowledge and skills, such as observing the life cycle of a frog and its habitat. For example, they go on outings to release the tadpoles back into the local pond. This supports children to explore the natural world.

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need to do better?

n The daily routines are well organised and promote children's physical health and well-being effectively. For example, children have daily opportunities for outdoor walks in the community and visit the local park, where they use large play equipment. This supports children's physical development. n The childminder reviews her provision regularly. She seeks feedback from

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23 September 2022 parents through questionnaires. Parents are very happy. They include comments such as 'This is his second family' and 'We are really happy to have found a childminder that cares so much about his individual needs.' This shows good partnership with parents. These partnerships provide a consistency of care for children. n The childminder makes attempts to ensure that children make progress in their learning, according to their starting points and capabilities. However, occasionally, she does not plan activities that capture the attention or interest of all children. This means that, at times, children's learning is not always extended. n Good hygiene is encouraged at the setting. For example, children go and wash their hands before and after meals and activities. This encourages independence and a sense of responsibility. However, the childminder does not always teach children about the importance of regular teeth brushing and keeping their teeth

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need to do better?

healthy. This means that children do not consistently develop an understanding of oral health and personal care. n Literacy is promoted well. Children enjoy making marks and practise using a variety of tools in the play dough. They make print and cut out shapes. This helps to develop their muscle control in preparation for early writing.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder understands her role to keep children safe. She keeps up to date with changes in child protection legislation by completing mandatory training. The childminder has a good understanding of the signs that may indicate a concern about children's welfare, including abuse, county lines and extremism. She knows the procedures to follow to report any concerns of this nature. The childminder is considerate of younger children's safety and risk assesses daily. She has attended first-aid training and understands how to deal with accidents and injuries. The premises are secure and well maintained, which contributes to keeping children safe.

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should:

n adapt activities to ensure they capture all children's interest, to encourage children to become highly engaged n help children and parents learn about good oral health practices, such as regular tooth brushing, and why these are important n enhance professional development to fully extend children's learning to the highest level.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY448379 Local authority Cheshire East Inspection number 10235819 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 4 Date of previous inspection 7 November 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in the Macclesfield area of Cheshire. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm on Monday to Thursday and 8am to 3pm on Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She works with an assistant. The childminder is eligible to provide funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children but currently does not care for any children who receive this entitlement.

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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 childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together of all areas of the setting and discussed the early years curriculum. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children throughout the day and evaluated the impact on children's learning. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder, parents and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n Relevant documentation was reviewed by the inspector, including evidence of the suitability of staff and training. n A joint observation was conducted by the inspector and the childminder.

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Inspection activities

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

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