Childminder in Lancashire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 March 2016 Not applicable

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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

 The quality of teaching is good. Children's communication skills are effectively promoted by the childminder and she models good language and extends their vocabulary. She engages them well in conversations and asks them questions.  The childminder gets to know her children well so that she has a clear picture of their interests and abilities. She identifies what children need to learn next and plans appropriate ways to help them to continue to make good progress in their learning and development.  Care practices are implemented well. Children settle easily and develop secure emotional attachments with the childminder. They are happy, confident and become more independent by making choices and decisions about what they want to do.  The childminder plans a warm, inviting, stimulating and motivating environment for children. Through her good planning, many exciting and engaging activities are provided, both inside and outside the home.

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This provision is good

 The childminder works hard to develop effective parent partnerships from the start. Parents are highly complimentary of the quality of care and service that the childminder provides.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, the childminder does not give children enough time to think and continue their explorations before making suggestions and interrupting their play.  Although all children make consistently good progress, the childminder, on occasions, misses opportunities in the environment to extend challenges to further improve their learning.

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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

 reflect on and evaluate the effectiveness of teaching practice and ensure children have uninterrupted time to play and explore  enhance activities and experiences that provide a higher level of challenge to progress children's learning even further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability of all household members and a range of other documentation, including training certificates, self-evaluation and improvement plans.  The inspector read statements from parents and took account of the views provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of child protection issues and the procedures to follow should she have any concerns. She helps children to manage their own personal safety, according to their age, needs and ability. The childminder is qualified and well experienced. She keeps up to date with professional matters by completing online training and through regular discussions with her childminding network. This has a positive impact on her practice and helps her to manage children's care and learning to a good standard. The childminder is committed to developing her provision and has set plans for improvement to develop her service to better meet the needs of children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Parents support the childminder's initial assessments of children's learning when they start at the setting. The childminder observes children and plans a range of activities that, overall, promotes their learning and development across all areas well. She monitors children's progress closely so that any gaps in their learning are quickly identified and shared with their parents. This promotes continuity in children's care and development. The childminder has a comprehensive knowledge of the children in her care and how they learn. The childminder plans for them to take part in many stimulating activities within the home. Children enjoy activities initiated by the childminder and become well engaged in a planting activity. The childminder effectively encourages children to solve problems and introduces them to mathematical concepts as they play. Children listen and respond to instructions given by the childminder and are becoming good communicators.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has a very calm and caring approach. Children are happy and enjoy the comfort and sense of security offered by the childminder. They play well together and their behaviour is good. The childminder places a strong emphasis on promoting children's emotional well-being. She talks to them about how they feel as they play together to help the children identify and manage their emotions. The childminder supports children well to develop the skills they need to adopt a healthy lifestyle. She encourages healthy snacks and meals and children follow good hygiene routines throughout the day. Children benefit from regular outings to local parks and playgroups. This helps to promote their understanding of their local community and the wider world. The childminder consistently praises children for their help and cooperation.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are progressing well across all areas of learning, considering their starting points. The childminder has high expectations for all children. Children are active and are developing the skills and attitudes to become successful learners and confident individuals. These skills help prepare them for future learning and for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY476691 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 972152 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in Helmshore, Rossendale. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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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Telephone number

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