Childminder in Warrington

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a clear understanding of how to safeguard children. She knows the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect. The childminder explains how she will refer any concerns to the relevant authorities. n The childminder explains how she will set out the premises to promote all areas of children's learning. She describes how she will make sure that play areas, inside and outdoors, are very well equipped. n The childminder knows how to observe, assess and promote children's learning to challenge them and help them make good progress in all areas. She describes how she will complement children's experiences. For example, the childminder will ensure that children have fresh air and exercise if they have been at school all day. n The childminder discusses how she will encourage children to adopt a healthy lifestyle. She will support them to follow good hygiene routines and to make healthy choices about their food. The childminder explains how she will help

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children to be independent in self-care routines. n Parent partnerships are strong. Parents feel reassured that their children are safe. Furthermore, they say that the childminder 'goes above and beyond' when caring for their children. n The childminder understands how to work with other settings, such as the schools children attend. She explains how this will promote children's emotional well-being and learning consistently. n The childminder keeps her knowledge up to date and refreshes her skills. For example, she has support from local childminder forums and completes her own online research. n The childminder explains how she will implement a consistent approach to managing children's behaviour, to help them to learn what behaviour is acceptable and what is not. She describes how she will reinforce positive messages around behaviour and teach children the rules to keep themselves safe.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children in the early years age range present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no early years children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY376997 Local authority Warrington Inspection number 10359908 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 14 Date of previous inspection 7 December 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in Warrington. She operates during term time, from 7.45am until 8.45am and 3.15pm until 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. 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. n Children shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The inspector asked a range of questions throughout the inspection to establish the childminder's understanding of the requirements of the early years foundation stage.

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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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