Childminder in Lancashire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 June 2015 30 November 2011

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 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 poses questions to children and challenges them to test ideas through trial and error. This helps children develop the confidence, skills and attitudes to promote their future learning.  The childminder uses a range of strategies to promote children's communication skills well. She models language, develops children's ability to express their ideas and extends their use of new words.  The childminder effectively promotes children's physical and emotional well-being. She develops respectful and sensitive relationships with children, which fosters a sense of belonging.  The childminder encourages children to be independent and supports them to manage their personal needs relative to their age.  The childminder consistently gives priority to the safety of children and supports their growing understanding of how to keep themselves safe.  The childminder establishes effective partnership working with other agencies. This

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This provision is good

means that any gaps in children's learning are rapidly closing.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not seek sharply focused information from parents regarding children's achievements and abilities when they first start.  The childminder has not yet developed highly effective strategies that invite all parents to support children's learning at home.

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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

 refine the methods to encourage parental contribution towards children's initial assessments, in order to more accurately identify and plan to meet children's needs and interests from the start  build on the opportunities for engaging parents more actively in their children's learning, for example, by providing ideas for activities to support learning at home.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's home, both indoors and in the garden.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children, at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of the parents, as recorded in written feedback forms and reference letters.  The inspector looked at children's records and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures.

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who attend. This is good

Children play and learn in a vibrant, stimulating environment, both indoors and outdoors. The childminder provides an education programme that is well planned to cover all areas of learning, and offers challenging and motivating learning experiences for all children. The childminder knows when to leave children alone to explore, make their own discoveries and solve problems through self-initiated play. For example, younger children are given time to experiment with the different brushes and repeatedly tap them on different surfaces. Older children develop their own ideas with the water. They show fascination as they use the brush to spread the water onto different materials, and work out that they can transport it into different containers. The childminder changes tasks as they occur to extend children's interest and learning. As a result, children of all ages demonstrate an eagerness to try things and are motivated to learn. The childminder

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who attend. This is good

establishes close relationships with parents. However, she does not encourage parents to share detailed information about children's abilities and achievements to enable her to plan appropriate experiences more effectively when children first attend. She does not regularly share ideas for activities for parents to support children's learning at home.

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good

Children settle easily due to the close bond and secure relationship established with the childminder. They are happy and content, because they are supported well in their play in a safe and secure environment. Children are offered healthy, nutritious food, and develop good hygiene routines and a good understanding of healthy lifestyles. They enjoy exercising vigorously on the large play equipment, outdoors in the fresh air. The childminder is a good role model. She is responsive to children's needs and requests, and shows children that they are respected and valued. The childminder provides children with clear instructions and guidance. As a result, children feel their views are valued. They develop a sense of belonging and behave very well.

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provision is good

The childminder has a secure understanding of her role and responsibilities, in ensuring the safety of all children who attend. She is confident to follow the comprehensive safeguarding policies, and as a result, children are protected from harm. The childminder uses a range of effective strategies to track children's progress and produce ongoing improvement. She involves children and parents to ensure that priorities are identified and are focused on teaching. She holds a relevant qualification and undertakes regular training, which has a positive impact on children's learning. For example, following training, she provides children with cues and reminders of routines. Consequently, all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities understand expectations and feel a sense of security and belonging.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY343355 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 873405 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 30 November 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2006 and lives in Poulton-le-Fylde, Lancashire. She operates from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, during term time only. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification at Level 3.

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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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