Clegg, Kim Barbara

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 receive a broad and interesting curriculum, which supports their learning and development. The weekly trip to the nearby woods to engage in forest school activities educates children about the role of the natural world. This complements activities back at the setting, where children grow their own fruit and vegetables. They eat these as part of their snack and talk about the importance of healthy eating. Sometimes, they gift the strawberries to others. The childminder and her assistant adapt their teaching practice to take advantage of unplanned learning opportunities. For example, when children are playing with a Peter Pan toy in the garden, the childminder's assistant points out the shadow formation on the floor. Entranced by the impromptu shadow play, the children start to recall and retell the story. Basing new experiences upon the interests of children keeps learning exciting and motivates children to successfully engage at this setting.

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The provision is good

The children consistently show kindness and respect for each other. They are sociable and curious, keen to engage with the inspector. Children offer to share their toys with each other and show a good level of patience when waiting for their turn on the slide outdoors. The childminder and her assistant motivate children to be as independent as possible by encouraging them to problem-solve and persevere. Children spend a good length of time trying to fasten their own shoes before asking for help. As the childminding assistant supports this process, other children approach to provide further support. They recognise, sometimes, that activities can be tricky. This level of empathy and awareness for the feelings of others shows the positive relationships in place at this setting.

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need to do better?

n A language-rich environment is promoted at the setting. There are lots of books, singing, rhymes and endless conversations. At story time, a retelling of 'The Gruffalo' captures the children's attention because the childminding assistant is recounting the tale without the book. The childminder's assistant varies the language he uses and extends the story. Throughout, he questions the children about the tale. This challenges children to recall the answer from memory, without any pictures to prompt them. Such an activity exposes the children to a wider range of vocabulary than if the story had been read from the book. Talking and listening to children supports them to develop good language and communication skills, which helps them to express themselves. n Parent partnership is a real strength at this setting. Parents comment positively about the levels of support given to their children. The childminder has

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need to do better?

established constructive relationships with parents and provides comprehensive updates on their children's progress. She advises how parents can continue this at home to promote continuity of learning.

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need to do better?

11 July 2023 n The childminder understands the benefits of working in partnership with other professionals. She has previous experience of working with a physiotherapist to support the physical development of children at the setting. However, further strategies need to be put in place to ensure the continuity of care and education for those children who also attend other settings. n This is an inclusive setting. The childminder and her assistant support children to develop an awareness of the world around them. Children learn to appreciate diversity through a range of multicultural resources. They talk with confidence about their visits to the hairdresser and are starting to recognise similarities and differences between themselves and others. This helps to prepare children for a life in modern Britain. n The childminder and her assistant are highly responsive and welcome each child individually as they arrive. As a result of having positive role models, children's

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behaviour is good. They are polite and kind to each other, as well as to the childminder and her assistant. n Continuing professional development is an area that the childminder and her assistant take seriously. They recognise their training needs and take action to address this. As a result, they base their practice on the latest information and research in the field. This means that the children in their care are receiving a quality education. n The childminder and her assistant have high expectations for the children at this setting. They use their knowledge of the children to meet their individual needs, and this supports the well-being and development of children.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistant understand their role with regards to safeguarding. They are able to conduct appropriate risk assessments and practise regular fire evacuation procedures. They are able to identify any potential signs that may show a child is at risk of harm. This means they both know what action to take if any welfare concerns arise. The childminder and her assistant attend regular safeguarding training and take personal responsibility for updating this as necessary. This action helps to ensure that the childminder and her assistant keep children at this setting safe and well.

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should:

n improve consistency for children by working in partnership with other providers to ensure continuity of care and education.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 306059 Local authority Wirral Inspection number 10288870 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 12 Number of children on roll 9 Date of previous inspection 3 November 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1997. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, except for bank holidays and 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 A leadership and management meeting was held with the childminder. The assistant was also spoken to. n The written views of parents were obtained, and a parent was spoken to. Children were spoken to at appropriate points throughout the inspection. n Documentation reviewed included paediatric first-aid certificates and progress checks for two-year olds. n The inspector observed teaching and learning. A joint observation was completed with the childminder. n The childminder took the inspector on a learning walk and discussed how the curriculum is delivered, both indoors and outdoors.

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Inspection activities

11 July 2023 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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