Childminder in Lancashire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 January 2015 26 April 2012

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is good

 The childminder is extremely caring, sensitive and skilled in helping children to develop secure emotional attachments. This enables children to develop self-confidence and nurtures their overall well-being.  Children benefit from the highly effective partnerships that exist between the childminder, their parents and other childcare settings. Information is regularly shared to enhance children's care and learning.  The childminder clearly understands how to successfully support children in their learning and development. She demonstrates effective teaching skills and is able to extend their learning and thinking through effective questioning and good quality activities.  The childminder is clear about her role in safeguarding children and is aware of the action to take and who to contact should she have any concerns regarding their welfare.  The childminder has a clear drive for continuous improvement of her service. As a

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This provision is good

result, learning outcomes for children continue to improve.  The childminder regularly attends training to continue her own professional development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 There are additional opportunities within the environment to support children's awareness of simple technology.  Print is not always used to best effect, to help children develop their understanding that words have meaning.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 provide further opportunities to extend and enhance children's understanding of simple technology, for example, by regularly incorporating resources that children recognise into their play, such as cameras, a torch, computers or programmable toys  enhance children's good early literacy skills and their understanding that words have real meaning, for example, by increasing the amount of print displayed in the environment, such as signs and labels on storage boxes.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the designated rooms and viewed the resources and equipment available to the children both inside and outside.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and the children at appropriate times during the inspection and while observing children.  The inspector undertook a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at a selection of documents, including children's records, children's record of development, policies and procedures and evidence of the suitability of the childminder and adults living on the premises.  The inspector had detailed conversations with the childminder to establish her understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and safeguarding procedures.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has a secure knowledge of how children learn and develop, which supports her to meet children's needs. She understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and gathers comprehensive information about children's starting points, individual interests and needs. These partnerships help children make good progress in preparation for school and the next steps in their learning. The childminder provides a broad range of challenging, stimulating and interesting activities, resulting in children making good progress across all areas of learning. Children's access to simple technology that they may find at home or at school is limited. Therefore, children are not readily able to develop their understanding of information technology. The childminder manages the routine of the day to give children good opportunities to play at their own pace, in an unhurried and relaxed manner. Children are excited to set up the shoe shop.

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who attend. This is good

They discuss the different types of shoes and when and where you may wear them. The childminder joins in with the children's play sensitively, encouraging children to have their own ideas by supporting them to play and explore. The childminder routinely extends children's vocabulary by introducing new words. However, there is scope to improve the use of print in the environment.

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outstanding

Children have an excellent relationship with the childminder. They benefit from a welcoming, well-organised and clean environment. The caring, supportive and nurturing environment ensures all children feel valued, safe and secure. Children's self-esteem is extremely high as the childminder continually praises their efforts and achievements. Children are learning to live healthily and their daily routine ensures there is plenty of exercise. They enjoy playing outdoors in the fresh air, making use of the local park and activity groups. The childminder sensitively supports younger children to develop their independence skills and begin to manage their own personal needs, by encouraging children to wash their hands before snack. The childminder consistently makes effective use of daily routines, such as lunchtime, to provide further opportunities for older children to extend their independence. As a result, they enjoy taking responsibility for setting the

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outstanding

table, serving their own food and tidying away afterwards.

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provision is good

The childminder has a secure knowledge of the learning and development requirements and how to keep children safe. Self-evaluation is thorough and accurate. The childminder regularly reflects on her practice and skills. She uses feedback from parents to help identify areas for improvement. There are robust safeguarding policies in place, which are fully understood. Children make good progress because the childminder completes comprehensive observation and assessment of them. This results in clear and targeted next steps being identified to promote their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY433412 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 1002508 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 26 April 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2009 and lives in Great Harwood near Blackburn. She operates all year round, from 8am to 5.45pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a qualification at level 2 and is a member of the local childminding network.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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