Childminder in Liverpool

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

p.1

The provision is good

Children settle well, and they demonstrate that they feel safe in the care of this kind and experienced childminder. The childminder gathers information from parents about children's routines, likes and dislikes. This helps her to provide consistency between the setting and home. Children show a sense of security as they follow the daily routine. For example, they know where to find their shoes and coats to play outside. Parents say that their children are eager to attend and settle well. Children are happy and content.

p.2

The provision is good

The childminder uses British Sign Language. She teaches children to sign, and they develop this skill quickly. The childminder regularly works with another childminder. She takes children on outings to toddler groups and library sessions. The childminder knows the importance of children hearing spoken words to help them develop their vocabulary. She plans the curriculum to support children's development in all areas of learning. This helps children to build skills that will help them in readiness for school. The childminder takes children on outings so that they can socialise with larger groups of children. She has noticed that this helps children to be more confident with new people and in new environments. Children are eager to join in group activities. The childminder models kind and caring behaviour as she plays alongside children. For example, she demonstrates how to turn-take as they play games. Children copy her kind actions. They behave well.

p.2

need to do better?

n The childminder uses professional development to build her knowledge and to improve practice. For example, following recent training, the childminder has introduced tooth brushing into the daily routine. As a result, children learn good tooth-brushing techniques and they develop good oral hygiene routines. n The childminder helps children build their knowledge of early mathematics. For example, she helps children to look for numbers in the environment. Children begin to recognise written numbers. She offers children learning opportunities where they can explore filling and emptying containers, developing their understanding of capacity. Children develop their understanding of mathematical concepts to help support their future learning. n The curriculum is planned with many opportunities to support children's physical development. All children benefit from regular outings to the park. They are encouraged to run, jump and balance. This helps to develop their large muscles.

p.2

need to do better?

Children have great fun as they pick up small seed pods to throw in the air. The childminder knows these small finger movements help to develop children's dexterity. Children make good progress in their physical development. n The childminder ensures that her environment enables children to access books and stories throughout the day. For example, children enjoy snuggling close to

p.2

need to do better?

23 October 2024 the childminder for a story. In addition, the childminder takes children to the library. They choose books and learn to care for them. For example, they hold books properly and turn the pages carefully. The childminder helps children to develop a love of books. n The childminder uses demonstration to teach children new tasks. For example, she shows them how to use equipment such as moulds in sand. However, sometimes, she does not give children sufficient time to test and explore before she offers support. For example, she shows children which space to use for different bricks on the shape sorter. On these occasions, children are not helped to build their problem-solving skills. n The childminder helps children to learn about emotions. They have great fun as they explore different facial expressions in a mirror and name the feeling they are expressing. The childminder helps children to think about what they might

p.2

need to do better?

do if they feel sad, happy or angry. As a result, children begin to acknowledge their feelings and those of others. They consider ways that they can regulate their behaviour. n The childminder is experienced. She uses her observations and discussions with parents and her co-childminder to help her assess children's current development. This helps her to provide appropriate learning for children. The childminder works with parents to support children's next steps, for example to offer consistency with tasks such as toilet training. Children make good progress and develop well. n The childminder supervises children consistently. She observes their play and is quick to respond to any risks. For example, the childminder reminds older children not to ride their bikes too close to younger children. She has put in place adaptations to help her throughout the day. For example, her watch alerts her if someone is at the door. It allows her to access support in the case of an

p.3

need to do better?

emergency. This helps to keep children safe.

p.3

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

p.3

Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

p.3

should:

n allow children time to test and experiment during their play to enhance their problem-solving skills further.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY347778 Local authority Liverpool Inspection number 10359889 Type of provision Childminder

p.4

Registers

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

p.4

inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 10 December 2018

p.4

Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007 and is located in Liverpool. She works with another registered childminder. The childminder operates from the co-childminder's property from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday and Wednesday, all year round, except for family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

p.4

Inspection activities

n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision including the aims and rationale for their early years foundation stage curriculum. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n Children communicated with the inspector during the inspection. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

p.4

Inspection activities

23 October 2024 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.

p.4

Inspection activities

23 October 2024 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.

p.5

Inspection activities

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.6

Inspection activities

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.6

Inspection activities

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: http://eepurl.com/iTrDn .

p.6

Inspection activities

T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/ofsted

p.6