Childminder in Lancashire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 April 2015 9 October 2014

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Inadequate 4 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 Good 2

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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 supports children's communication and language development well by engaging them in purposeful conversations as they engage in different activities.  Children learn in a bright and vibrant learning environment that is well planned to meet the needs and interests of each child.  The kind and caring childminder establishes close bonds with children and as a result, children settle in easily.  The childminder has robust safeguarding policies and procedures in place to ensure that children's welfare is protected.  The childminder effectively supports children's growing understanding of how to keep themselves safe and healthy through positive routines and purposeful guidance.  The childminder demonstrates a strong commitment to providing a good quality provision and in meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not established highly effective strategies to encourage all parents to support children's learning at home.  The childminder has not yet developed an astute and highly targeted programme of professional development to raise the quality of teaching to its very highest level.

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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 and ideas for activities for parents so that they can support children's learning at home  develop an astute and targeted plan of professional development to further raise the quality of teaching, so that children make the very best progress in their learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching and the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times during the day.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including the childminder's policies and procedures.  The inspector took account of the information from parents as recorded in written feedback documents.

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who attend. This is good

The quality of teaching is good. The childminder has a secure understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. As a result, children engage in a good range of interesting and challenging activities which meet their individual needs and interests and contribute towards their continued good progress. The childminder skilfully changes tasks, to make children's learning fun. For example, she talks into an empty toy box so children can copy and listen to the changes to their voices. As a result, children develop good listening and attention skills and enjoy their time with the childminder. Children show an eagerness to try things for themselves and are motivated to learn. The childminder recognises the different ways that children learn and plans differentiated activities to support the range of children who attend. As a result, children gain the skills and attributes that prepare them well for school.

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good

The childminder effectively promotes children's physical and emotional well-being. Relationships with the childminder are very good and this fosters children's sense of belonging. Children confidently explore the environment and develop good self-care and independence skills. They are given plenty of time and support to carry out their own play, access resources of their choice and develop good self-care skills. The childminder effectively supports children's growing understanding of how to keep themselves safe and healthy. Children are provided with healthy meals and snacks. They enjoy physical exercise and fresh air in the garden and regular outings to the local parks where they enjoy the large play equipment. The childminder provides clear instructions and guidance of positive behaviour. As a result, children develop a growing understanding of how to play cooperatively and safely together.

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provision is good

The childminder has made good progress since her last inspection. She understands and effectively meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Since the last inspection, the childminder has completed training for paediatric first aid and safeguarding. She now follows specific guidance to ensure that children with any food intolerances are kept safe. However, the childminder has not yet developed a highly targeted programme of continuous professional development, so that children are supported at the highest level to make the best possible progress. The childminder has a clear understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect and the procedures to follow should she have any concerns about the safety and welfare of a child. The childminder establishes good relationships with parents to promote continuity in children's care and well-being. However, the childminder has not yet developed highly effective

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provision is good

systems to provide parents with ideas for activities on an ongoing basis, so they can support children's learning at home. The childminder regularly takes into account the views of all parents and children and this feedback is used to drive improvement.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY239859 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 998579 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 9 October 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder has been registered since June 2003. She lives in Penwortham near Preston. The childminder cares for children on weekdays from 7am to 6pm, all year round.

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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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