Childminder EY357299

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 July 2016 22 March 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 has a warm and nurturing approach to caring for children. She has formed strong bonds with children, supporting their confidence and self-esteem.  The childminder is well qualified and experienced. She is dedicated to her role and demonstrates a commitment to continuously improve her own professional development. She has accessed a wide range of short courses and undertaken meaningful evaluations of her setting.  The childminder observes children as they play and assesses their individual development. She plans exciting and challenging experiences that promote the next steps in children's development well.  The childminder supports children to lead a healthy lifestyle. She works with parents to ensure meals and snacks provided for children are healthy and nutritionally balanced. Additionally, she takes children on outings in the local area and they have access to a well-resourced outdoor area.

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This provision is good

 The childminder has formed good relationships with the local school and other early years providers in the area. This means she can support children when they attend other settings.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not ask parents to share detailed information about children's learning when they first attend.  The childminder does not provide enough opportunities for children to explore using all of their senses.

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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

 seek more detailed information from parents about what children know and can do when they first begin at the setting  provide more varied and interesting ways for children to learn to use their senses.

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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 checked the outdoor area was safe and secure.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and the children throughout the inspection. She looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's policies and procedures, self-evaluation and children's records.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of adults who live at the childminder's home.  The inspector took into account the views of parents made available from written references.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder understands her responsibility to protect children from harm. She has attended training and accesses information online. The childminder is mindful of children's safety. She checks the environment on a regular basis and takes appropriate steps to minimise any risk of harm both in her home and on any outings. The childminder closely monitors the education programmes. Generally, this helps her ensure children receive a wide range of different activities and experiences. Overall, partnerships with parents are good. The childminder makes the most of daily conversations and text messages. She keeps parents informed of their child's care and learning at the setting.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder gives children lots of attention and plays with them down at their level. Children enjoy their time with her and are active and keen explorers. The childminder effectively supports babies' physical skills. For example, she supports them to sit unaided and provides lots of space for them to roll and explore on their tummies. Additionally, children enjoy visits to the local park and toddler groups. The childminder provides lots of narration as she interacts with children. This helps to support children's communication and language skills. Babies' attempts at communication are sensitively addressed. For example, when they wave at the childminder, she waves back and gives them lots of praise and encouragement. Children enjoy stories, singing and explore a range of light and sound toys. Overall, these help to develop children's imaginations and contribute to their social and emotional development.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Settling-in sessions are flexible and used well. The childminder uses this time to get to know children and their families. This enables her to follow routines and care practices as discussed with parents. The childminder is caring and attentive to children's individual needs. Children happily approach her for comfort and reassurance. Overall, the childminder provides a stimulating environment for children to play and learn in. Resources are attractively displayed and well maintained. The childminder is a good role model for children. She uses a calm tone and age-appropriate strategies to help children understand her simple rules and boundaries. Children are developing good social skills and confidence to do things for themselves. For example, babies actively explore the learning environment and can easily access their own beakers when they require a drink.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are supported to develop good social, physical and communication skills. They demonstrate a strong motivation to learn. Children are making good progress in relation to their starting points. They are well prepared for the next stage of their learning and, eventually, school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY357299 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 857524 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 22 March 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2007 and lives in Accrington. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years 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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