Childminder EY415923

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 February 2016 13 May 2011

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 Children enjoy close relationships with the childminder and often seek to include her in their play. They explore the environment knowing that she is there to offer support if necessary.  The childminder provides a good balance of adult- and child-led activities. She follows the interests of children and provides meaningful experiences to further their understanding.  Children behave well. They are aware of the boundaries set by the childminder and are given age-appropriate reminders when needed. The childminder is a positive role model and children learn the importance of using manners.  The childminder regularly assesses children and uses this information to plan future learning experiences for each individual child.  The childminder works in partnership with parent's well. She uses the information they give her to plan activities for each child. Parents are given regular updates of their child's progress. Their views and opinions are taken into consideration when making

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always give children time to think critically and develop their own ideas during child-led play.  On occasions, adult-led activities are not organised to maximise children's involvement and concentration.

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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

 assist children to think critically and develop their own ideas during self-chosen activities  organise adult-led activities to enable children to become fully engaged in the task.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of teaching with the childminder.  The inspector held a meeting with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self-evaluation and relevant policies.  The inspector looked at parents' feedback during the inspection and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder regularly reflects on her current practice. She highlights areas that she would like to develop and puts a plan in place to achieve this. The childminder welcomes feedback from other professionals and has addressed recommendations made at her previous inspection. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of how to keep children safe. She completes regular risk assessments to minimise any hazards within the environment. The childminder has a level three qualification and this impacts positively on the service she provides. The childminder is aware of current legislation and regularly seeks to update her own knowledge. She has a professional development plan in place and regularly attends courses and information sessions.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children play in a warm, welcoming and well-organised environment. They are able to make choices in their play and access a wide selection of high-quality resources. The childminder uses a range of different teaching strategies with the children. She introduces simple concepts, such as mathematics into everyday play opportunities. Children experiment with measure, tipping pasta into different-sized containers and count the models they have made with the dough. The childminder interacts frequently with the children during their play. She supports their language development at all times and children become good communicators. Children learn about other cultures and ways of life through exciting activities that capture their imagination. The childminder uses everyday routines, such as, making lunch, as a valuable learning opportunity and children begin to develop skills for the future.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder encourages the children to become independent as they learn to carry out self-help tasks with little assistance. They wash and dry their hands before meals and put on their own wellington boots and coat. Children receive much praise and encouragement and as a result, their self-esteem is strong. The childminder handles time of change well, such as when children start at a new setting. She is sensitive to their needs and therefore, children are emotionally ready for the change when the time comes. Children learn to make healthy choices as they choose from a range of healthy snacks. The childminder provides a range of nutritious food at mealtimes. Children enjoy playing outside, they have access to a variety of equipment to support their physical development. They know how to keep safe while using the resources and the childminder supports them to take age-appropriate risks during their play.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in all areas of learning and are working at expected levels. They are motivated, eager learners who enjoy learning. Children cooperate well with each other and learn how to participate as part of a group. They are independent and self-assured. Children are ready, when the time comes, for their move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY415923 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 851671 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 2 Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 3

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in Fleetwood. She operates all year round from 8.15am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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