Childminder in Lancashire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 March 2016 27 April 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

 The childminder works with her assistants to continually reflect on her current service and set aims for improvement. Parents' views are welcomed and are used when making decisions about future plans. As a result, the childminder's ability to continually improve the service she provides is strong.  Children are constantly praised and encouraged by the childminder. Their self-esteem is boosted and they see themselves and others in a positive way.  The childminder and her assistants are consistent in their approach to behaviour management. Children behave well. They are given clear boundaries to follow and, when necessary, age-appropriate reminders of expectations.  Children enjoy close relationships with the childminder and the assistants. They explore the environment knowing that they have support close by, if necessary. Children regularly seek to include the adults around them in their play and show clear delight

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This provision is good

during activities.  The childminder uses children's interests to plan meaningful and exciting experiences. Children show high levels of involvement in adult-led activities.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always seek or share information relating to children's progress with other settings that they attend.  The childminder does not use a range of strategies to mentor and support her assistants to help them develop their practice further.

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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

 build on the partnerships with other early years settings that children attend, so that information about children's learning is exchanged regularly  develop further strategies to mentor and support the teaching practice of the assistants.

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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 observation with the childminder.  The inspector held a meeting with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation, such as the self-evaluation and evidence of the suitability of staff working as assistants.  The inspector looked at feedback from a small selection of parents during the inspection and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is aware of her responsibilities with regards to child protection. She completes regular risk assessments to ensure that the environment is safe and free from hazards. The childminder regularly attends training courses to continually develop her own practice and keep up to date with new legislation. The childminder employs an assistant who is a qualified teacher and this has a positive impact on outcomes for children. Partnerships with parents are strong. They are kept informed of their children's progress and regularly receive updates about the different activities children have enjoyed. The childminder asks parents to contribute towards their children's learning and the information they provide is used when making future plans.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children play in an environment that is warm and homely. They have access to a wide range of high-quality resources that is organised well and encourages choice. Children are well supported during child-led play. The childminder uses this time to engage in children's play and extend their communication skills. She uses a range of teaching techniques to support language development and children communicate well. Children are introduced to simple mathematical concepts during play. They experiment with measure when weighing out dough and look for shapes in the environment. The childminder and her assistants complete regular assessments of children's learning. They use the information gained from these to plan activities that extend their understanding and further each individual child's learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder and her assistants are positive role models for children. They treat each other with tolerance and respect, modelling positive interactions for children. Children learn about the importance of healthy eating and exercise. They enjoy the outdoor area and participate in fun music and movement sessions. Children are provided with healthy and nutritious food and learn to make healthy choices as they choose from a variety of snacks. The childminder handles times of change, such as when children start at a new setting, well. She is sensitive to their needs and children are emotionally ready for the change when the time comes. Children are encouraged to take age-appropriate risks during their play and know how to keep themselves safe while using various equipment.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. They are well prepared for their next stage in learning and are ready to move on to school. Children learn to play together in groups, accepting the ideas of other people and taking turns when necessary. Children learn to be independent and are confident with self-care routines. They wash and dry their hands before meals and put on their own coats and shoes before going outdoors.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 307602 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 864885 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 4 Total number of places 18 Number of children on roll 21

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 27 April 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1993 and lives in Preston. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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