Childminder EY463019

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 June 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 childminder has in place an effective system for the observation, assessment and tracking of children's progress. She makes good use of the information to plan for children's continued good learning.  The childminder places a strong focus on developing those skills necessary for children's future learning and move to school. Specifically, children's independence, confidence and social skills are very well promoted.  Children are very secure with the childminder; she is kind and caring and this helps build and support children's self-esteem and their emotional well-being.  The childminder plans effectively for children's next steps as she provides a wide range of activities both in and out of the home. Children make good progress.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has recently returned to her minding and is currently embedding her practice. She has in place plans for improvement; however, it is less clear as to how and when the areas for improvement are to be addressed to enhance teaching and practice.  On occasions, the television is left on and acts as a distraction to the good quality play and learning taking place. Additionally, this means that the environment is less effective in supporting children's 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

 build on the system for evaluating practice and use the information gained to focus more specifically on setting precise and clear targets for improvement to raise teaching and practice to a higher level  review and monitor the use of the television to help ensure the environment continues to support children's good learning and the activities provided.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the lounge, dining kitchen and outdoor area.  The inspector sampled children's assessment records, planning documentation and a range of other records, policies and procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's suitability, training certificates and her self-evaluation and improvement plans.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children throughout the inspection.  The inspector and childminder undertook a joint observation and discussed the children's learning while they were engaged in the activities.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has recently resumed minding and is assessing her practice and planning changes to support her own development. She seeks training to improve her skills and one such area is her wish to complete a qualification in early years. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is confident of the action to take to protect children and keep them safe from harm. She has undertaken training in safeguarding, works very well with parents and ensures they are kept up to date with their child's progress. The childminder monitors children's development to help them make good progress across all areas of their learning. Although she is not currently working with other agencies, she fully understands the need to do so should this be necessary to support children's ongoing development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has high expectations for all children and supports them in their play. She skilfully introduces numbers, shapes and colours as she helps children understand the concept of mathematics. The children enjoy activities such as malleable play as they are supported to develop their imagination and exploratory skills. The childminder has a strong focus on developing children's communication and language skills, for example, reading stories, naming letters and playing matching games. She includes parents in their child's learning and makes links with home to complement the good teaching taking place.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are well mannered and polite. They learn to share, respect each other and socialise as they mix with other children at toddler groups. The childminder generally provides a supportive environment for children where they make good choices about their play. The childminder is calm and children respond well to her. Through activities, such as outdoor play and cutting out, children are helped to manage appropriate risks and develop their physical skills. Children are happy and settled with the childminder and seek her out in their play to support and engage with them. The childminder works closely with parents on children's care routines to support a consistent approach to their overall well-being. The childminder effectively supports children's understanding of healthy practices through a range of activities. For example, she includes them in making snacks or lunch.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are progressing well and are working within the expected levels of development for their age. They are becoming very social and their communication and physical skills are promoted well. Additionally, children are developing strong skills in speaking and listening. They understand rules, follow instructions and are well behaved. Children learn to respect each other, consider each other and play together in a positive manner ready for their future learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY463019 Local authority Blackburn Inspection number 998884 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2013 and lives in Blackburn, Lancashire. She operates all year round from 8am to 5.30pm, 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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