Tierney, Maria

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 August 2015 5 May 2011

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

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

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is outstanding

 Children make very rapid progress from their rigorous starting point assessments as the childminder skilfully extends their learning and development.  The childminder superbly uses the children's interests to engage them in activities for an extended amount of time given their ages. Therefore, the activities often evolve and learning is evident across the seven areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage.  Parents contribute to their children's learning and this is highly valued. The childminder ensures they are kept informed of their children's progress and gives them ideas to try at home.  Partnership working with other professionals is strong and the childminder actively seeks support for children when necessary. Therefore, children's individual needs are excellently catered for and if required, support is put in place for them quickly.  The childminder has exceptionally high expectations of what children can do. They are

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This provision is outstanding

encouraged to become independent within their environment from a young age.  The childminder is enthusiastic and very proactive in keeping her own skills up to date through courses and research and children benefit from this as it positively enhances their experiences.  The childminder promotes children's well-being because she is extremely sensitive to the needs of each individual child. She tailors activities to ensure they are suitable and stimulating for the different ages of children that attend.

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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 already excellent opportunities to develop problem-solving skills for the youngest of children that attend.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching and learning both indoors and outside.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the day.  The inspector took the views of parents into account.  The inspector looked at documentation including children's records, planning and assessment, suitability and a selection of policies and procedures, for example, safeguarding and the complaints procedure.  The inspector carried out a joint evaluation of teaching with the childminder.

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who attend. This is outstanding

The children play in a welcoming, well-organised environment and all resources are freely accessible. Resources that reflect cultural differences and the diverse world in which we live are readily available for the children to explore. The childminder has exceptional knowledge of how to extend and model language and does so frequently. Children's learning is continuously extended and challenged through the range of questioning techniques the childminder uses. The childminder is mindful that at times children benefit from being allowed to explore independently. During these times, she observes play and when appropriate begins to interact with them again. Children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning. Children learn to be independent thinkers as they overcome challenges. The childminder assists the children in formulating their own ideas and sensitively respects their individual thoughts. She recognises that there is scope to

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who attend. This is outstanding

continue to enhance opportunities for the youngest children to solve their own problems. The level of engagement the children display during activities is exceptionally high.

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outstanding

Children are nurtured as individuals through a strong secure attachment with the childminder. They are able to complete tasks independently as they know she is close by to offer them support or reassurance if necessary. Children enjoy the praise they regularly receive and their self-esteem and confidence is boosted due to this. The childminder teaches them about the importance of a healthy lifestyle through the nutritious snacks that she provides and daily physical activity. When children start a new setting, such as school, the childminder helps the children become emotionally ready for this. This is done in connection with the parents and the new setting to ensure the approach is consistent and in the best interest of the child. The children are excellently behaved and the childminder has very high expectations that the children mostly adhere to. If needed, reminders are given in an age-appropriate way so that children understand.

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provision is outstanding

The childminder uses self-evaluation to reflect on her own personal strengths and look at areas that she would like to further refine. She changes the resources regularly to meet the individual needs of all children and these are constantly reviewed. Systems to monitor the progress children make are fully embedded into her practice. Therefore, her knowledge regarding each individual child is excellent. The childminder regularly seeks the views of those connected with her setting. Feedback from parents and carers is extremely positive and complimentary, they are happy with the service provided. The childminder provides them with advice when requested. The childminder holds a level 3 qualification and this extra training has a positive impact. The childminder understands how to act to keep children safe and has an excellent understanding of safeguarding procedures. She regularly refreshes her own knowledge and has high expectations of herself and what she

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provision is outstanding

can provide for children and their families.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 403516 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 855439 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2001 and lives in Lytham. She operates Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a recognised level 3 qualification.

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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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