Childminder EY477651

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 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

 Overall, the quality of teaching is good. The childminder provides a good balance of adult- and child-led activities. She regularly assesses children and uses this information to plan future learning experiences for each individual child.  The childminder supports children's emotional and physical well-being by implementing good care practices. Children show strong, emotional security which supports their ability to make good progress in their learning and development.  The childminder promotes children's independence well. Children are encouraged to make decisions about what they would like to do, eat or play with. The childminder fosters their self-confidence and self-esteem effectively.  Partnerships with parents are very good. The childminder keeps parents well informed regarding their children's progress in their learning and development. She supports parents in continuing their children's learning at home.

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This provision is good

 The childminder reflects on her provision well. She undertakes detailed self-evaluation, incorporating the views of parents and engaging effectively with the local authority for support.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, the childminder does not actively develop children's speaking skills during activities.  The childminder does not fully provide opportunities for children to further develop their understanding of the world around them.

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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

 make the most of opportunities to develop young children's already good speaking skills and ensure they hear the articulation of words  provide even more varied and interesting opportunities that help support children's understanding of the world.

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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 and her 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

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder knows what could cause her to have concerns about a child and who to report it to. She has undertaken safeguarding and first-aid training and demonstrates a keen understanding of how to help keep children safe. The childminder is qualified and has previously worked with children for several years. This has given her a good knowledge and understanding of how children learn and develop. Generally, the childminder's observation, assessment and planning systems are good. She is flexible with her planning and adapts this promptly to follow children's interests. The childminder uses parents' and children's views to check that her provision meets their needs. She also seeks the views of other professionals to support the evaluation of her provision, as part of her drive for continuous improvement.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children play in a warm, welcoming and well-organised environment. They make choices in their play and access a wide selection of high-quality resources. Parents support the initial assessments of children's learning when they first start at the setting. This helps the childminder to effectively identify their current stages of development. The childminder supports children in acquiring the skills they need in preparation for school. She builds on children's developing understanding of numbers, colours and shapes through a wide range of activities. The childminder provides numerous opportunities for children to make marks, be creative and develop early writing skills. She effectively supports children to develop their personal, social and emotional skills. Children learn how to care for and comfort others and enjoy role play. The childminder uses everyday routines, such as snack time and mealtimes, as a valuable learning opportunity. This helps children to begin to develop

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

social and independence skills for the future.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy in this friendly and caring setting. They learn to take turns and respect others and their needs. Children demonstrate their independence as they choose their own toys, feed themselves and access their drink when required. The childminder teaches children about the importance of nutritious food and regular exercise as part of a balanced lifestyle. Children respond well to the childminder as she is a calm and positive role model. She nurtures and supports children's emotional well-being so that they feel safe, secure and supported through close and trusting relationships.

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Outcomes for children are good

The childminder supports children to make good progress from their starting points. They are motivated and eager learners, who enjoy acquiring new knowledge and skills. 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 for their move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY477651 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 968949 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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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 Earby, Barnoldswick. She operates all year round from 7am to 5.15pm, 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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