Childminder EY419113

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 November 2016 10 August 2012

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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 uses a range of creative methods to promote effective partnership working with parents. She provides fun and interesting ideas for activities for parents to continue children's learning at home.  Strong links are established with professionals, including other settings that children attend. These promote continuity in children's care and learning and significantly contributes towards the good progress that they are making.  The childminder completes comprehensive assessments of children's progress. She uses this information to accurately plan for what each child needs to learn next.  Children are confident and motivated to join in activities and try new things. They form a strong bond and attachment with the childminder and settle in very well.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Learning opportunities for children who enjoy playing outside are not fully maximised.  The childminder does not use highly effective methods to evaluate and review the impact that training has on the quality of teaching and 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 opportunities for children to engage and enthuse in their learning in the outdoor environment  evaluate and review the impact of training attended and ensure that the quality of teaching and learning continues to improve to the highest possible level.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at children's records and planning documentation. She looked at a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures and the childminder's self-evaluation.  The inspector looked at a range of parental feedback documents and took account of their views.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a robust understanding of child protection issues. She knows the procedures to follow should she be concerned about the welfare or safety of a child. The childminder undertakes ongoing training and, on the whole, it has a positive impact on the quality of teaching and learning. For example, the childminder uses effective methods to promote children's communication skills, following early language development training. She understands the importance of strong partnership working with parents and other professionals to meet the needs of each child. The childminder has high aspirations for children. She provides an indoor environment that promotes fun and exciting ways to learn. She regularly seeks the views of children and parents and reviews the quality of the provision. The childminder uses this information to set targets and drive ongoing improvement.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans effectively for what each child needs to learn next. She promotes children's mathematics skills well in a variety of ways. For example, she supports children to sort, match and sequence the coloured beads. She gives plenty of time for children to respond to questions and encourages them to talk about their ideas. Children concentrate and develop strong critical-thinking skills. For example, they work out how much string they need and carefully thread each bead to make a necklace. The childminder motivates children to explore, experiment and find things out for themselves. Children are eager to learn and are confident to try new things. They enjoy participating in the range of interesting and challenging experiences provided. Children are developing the skills and attitudes that promote future learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder works closely with parents and gathers information about each child's care needs, routines and interests from the start. She gets to know children very well and values their contributions. This helps children to be confident and self-assured. They explore the resources independently and show a strong sense of belonging. Children use tools and equipment with care and understand how to keep themselves safe. They enjoy daily opportunities to play outdoors and show an interest in the world around them. Children are eager to celebrate their achievements and show kindness and consideration to others. They understand expectations and behave very well. The childminder supports their physical and emotional well-being very well. Children thoroughly enjoy their time at the childminder's setting.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making good progress from their starting points. They have an enthusiasm for learning and are confident to contribute towards discussions. Children are creative and imaginative in their play and learning. They enjoy making choices and following their own ideas. Children are active and independent and prepared well for their next stages in learning and for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY419113 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 1042313 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 10 August 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in Claughton-on-Brock, Preston. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant 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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