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

Children are happy and enjoy their time spent with the childminder. The childminder is extremely attentive, patient, kind and friendly. Children flourish, reassured by the gentle and nurturing care they receive. This is truly a home-from- home environment, and children are settled and content. They are treated as part of the family and thrive in their emotional well-being. For example, children join the family table and enjoy snack and breakfast time with the childminder's family members. Together, they discuss their daily plans and enjoy socialising with each other. Children are relaxed, reassured by the positive relationships they share. The atmosphere in the childminder's home is calm. In turn, children are settled and behave very well. The childminder is respectful in her interactions, and children are cooperative and helpful. For example, children help to prepare snacks and follow instructions when asked to wash their hands. Children learn to be polite.

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The provision is good

Children remain continually busy and have fun as they play and learn. They enjoy a broad mix of self-chosen games, adult-led activities and local outings. For example, children enjoy solving complex problems as they work through their favourite jigsaw. They persevere and try hard until they succeed. When faced with a challenge, children do not give up. The childminder offers lots of praise and encouragement to build children's self-confidence. Children enjoy attending a variety of playgroups in the local community. They meet new friends and play with children of different ages and from different backgrounds. Children develop friendships and learn social skills as they mix and play cooperatively with other children. Overall, this is a calm, respectful and fun setting, and children are well supported in their emotional and developmental learning. The COVID-19 pandemic has had an impact on the childminder's setting, and she continues to work hard to

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The provision is good

minimise the effect of the pandemic, particularly on children's emotional development.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is experienced. She has worked with young children for many years and has a wealth of skills. Her dedication and professional knowledge are the foundation for this quality setting. n The childminder implements effective systems to evaluate her practice. She knows what she does well and where she needs to improve. This consistent and effective reflection helps to drive ongoing development. To illustrate, the childminder has plans to enhance physical learning opportunities for children in her garden. This is yet to be implemented to fully support those children who prefer to learn outside. n The childminder knows children well. She observes them regularly and plans activities specifically to support their ongoing learning. Children enjoy a varied

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need to do better?

2 November 2022 curriculum and are well supported in all areas of their learning. n The childminder understands how young children learn and develop. She is an effective teacher and role model. The childminder plays alongside children, showing them what to do. She makes subtle suggestions to guide and extend their learning as they play. n The childminder has high expectations for children. She incorporates increasing challenge into games to build on what children already know and can do. Children make good progress. n Routines are flexible and children receive tailored care. For example, when children need a nap, they are provided with a warm and comfortable place to rest. They are provided with a familiar blanket and quickly fall asleep. Flexible routines ensure that children's needs are quickly met, which contributes to them being rested and ready to learn. n Partnership with parents is continually improving, and the childminder shares

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need to do better?

regular feedback for parents about children's experiences. However, she does not often share detailed information regarding children's development and encourage parents to continue their children's learning at home.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is cautious and careful. She checks the content of her first-aid kits to ensure they are well stocked and accessible in the event of a medical emergency. Children are continually supervised, and sleeping children are regularly checked to ensure their welfare. The childminder reviews the safety of her home daily and ensures that any potential hazards are quickly identified and removed. For instance, effective child locks are located on all cupboards in the kitchen to prevent children from accessing cleaning products that may be potentially harmful. The childminder's knowledge of safeguarding is good. She has recently completed refresher training on the topic of child protection and knows how to respond if she identifies signs that a child may be at risk from harm. Children are safe in the childminder's care.

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should:

n implement plans to develop learning opportunities in the garden and fully support those children who prefer to learn outside n extend communication with parents to include details of children's development and encourage parents to continue children's learning at home.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 304467 Local authority Cheshire East Inspection number 10231397 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 20 January 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1995 and lives in Nantwich, Cheshire. She operates all year round, from 9am to 3.30pm, Tuesday to Thursday, except for 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 childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The inspector completed a learning walk with the childminder around her home. They discussed how the space is used for children's learning and how the curriculum is designed and implemented. n The inspector talked to children and the childminder at various times during the inspection. Partnership working with parents was discussed with the childminder. n The inspector observed interactions between the childminder and children. n The inspector and childminder completed a joint evaluation of an activity and discussed the impact of teaching on children's learning. n A range of key documentation was sampled by the inspector, including the evidence of the suitability of adults.

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Inspection activities

2 November 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

2 November 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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