Childminder EY342054

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 June 2016 28 March 2013

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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

 Since the last inspection, the childminder has made significant improvements in her practice. She undertakes more rigorous observations and assessments of children's learning and development to assess their progress. This information is used effectively to plan challenging activities which fully support children's next steps in their learning.  Children are happy in the childminder's care and form a strong bond and secure relationship with her. The childminder is attentive to children's needs. This means children feel safe and secure and their emotional well-being is effectively supported.  The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She creates a warm, relaxed and child-focused environment where children are provided with a variety of experiences and opportunities to play and learn.  Children are well behaved. The childminder promotes children's self-esteem and

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This provision is good

confidence through positive praise and encouragement. She creates an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome to play and learn together.  The childminder works together with parents to support children's care and learning. Parents speak highly of the standards of care provided and the good level of information and communication shared by the childminder.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not focused her continuous professional development sharply enough to help to extend her skills and knowledge.  The childminder has not fully established links with the other settings children attend to enable the sharing of information about their progress and future 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

 extend the programme of professional development, so that it is sharply focused on key areas of practice and strengthens the quality of teaching even further  strengthen the links with other settings children attend so that information is shared regularly to ensure continuity of learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outside and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector viewed the areas in the home used for childminding.  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 setting's self-evaluation, policies and procedures, children's records and evidence of the suitability of those living on the premises.  The inspector spoke with parents during the inspection and read the statements provided by other parents and took account of their views.

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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 what to do if she has concerns about a child in her care. Good relationships are established with parents, who express a high regard for the service the childminder provides. They feel that they are kept well informed about their children's progress and are provided with opportunities to share what they do with their child at home. All policies, procedures and records are maintained to ensure the smooth running of her practice. These are shared with parents. Self-evaluation is maintained. The childminder includes the views of parents and children to further clarify and identify strengths and areas for improvement. Risks are identified and minimised well, helping to prevent any accidents in the home and on outings. The childminder monitors children's progress in their learning and development. This helps her to identify any gaps in their

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

development so that swift action can be taken, if necessary.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a good range of resources and activities that helps promote children's learning. They freely access a wide variety of play resources that stimulates their imagination and encourages them to learn. For example, young children play with push-button toys which make a sound when touched so they can repeat the process. They enjoy putting objects inside containers and mimic the noise of the cars when pushed along the ground. Children extend their own learning and enjoy helping themselves to resources and having the opportunity to move freely from indoors to outside. Children who speak English as an additional language are well supported. The childminder helps promote all children's development in communication and language. She engages them in meaningful conversations and uses questioning techniques to help improve their vocabulary.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children's well-being, health and physical development are promoted well. They have lots of opportunities to spend time outdoors in the fresh air. Children settle easily and feel at home. The childminder is warm, caring and very attentive. She knows the children very well and makes sure they are happy in all that they do. The childminder ensures children become increasingly independent. She enables them to make choices and decisions about their play. Children enjoy visits to local places of interest, such as the library, children's groups and soft-play facilities. She uses these outings to help build their confidence and social skills in new situations. Children show that they are happy and content and cuddle up with the childminder when they are held. They receive lots of praise, which promotes their confidence and self-esteem.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning in relation to their starting points. They are well prepared for their future move on to nursery or school. Children are confident and motivated in their play. They have access to books and practise their creative skills; they also play musical instruments and learn about technology.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY342054 Local authority Cumbria Inspection number 1042869 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 1 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 28 March 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2006 and lives in Kendal, Cumbria. She operates all year round from 7.15am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. The childminder supports a number of children who speak English as an additional language.

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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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