Childminder in Lancashire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 January 2017 16 October 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 has formed successful partnerships with other childminders. She meets with them regularly to share good practice and keep her knowledge up to date.  The childminder observes and assesses children's progress effectively and her teaching skills are good. She provides activities and resources that interest children and help them move forward in their learning well.  The childminder forms strong partnerships with parents. She shares information with them every day and keeps them well informed about their children's progress.  The childminder promotes her setting values well. She teaches children to respect one another and to recognise and value each other's similarities and differences. Children are encouraged to share information about themselves and their families.  Children are happy and settled. The childminder provides a welcoming environment which effectively supports children's well-being.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not yet make the most of opportunities to undertake targeted professional development and improve the overall quality of practice.  The childminder does not make the most of opportunities outdoors in order to fully develop the exploration skills of children who prefer to play outdoors.

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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

 explore further opportunities to engage in professional development that enhances existing skills  strengthen opportunities for outdoor play so that children who prefer to play and learn outdoors have more regular opportunities to develop their explorative skills.

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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 took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder knows how to identify signs that a child may be at risk from harm. She has a clear understanding of what to do if she is concerned for children's safety and welfare, including local reporting procedures. The childminder has established very good relationships with other providers. This helps when children move between settings, contributing effectively to successful shared care and learning opportunities. The childminder accurately evaluates her provision and seeks the views of parents and children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder skilfully supports children's learning. She sits on the floor alongside them and joins in their play. For example, during small-world play with the farm, she asks questions which develop their counting skills. The childminder builds on children's further learning as she asks them probing questions about the animals, making links to the farm they have visited. This helps encourage children to think for themselves. The childminder helps children to build on their writing skills, providing them with a good range of tools to make marks, draw and write. Children are encouraged to follow their own ideas and try new things. They remain motivated and engaged for prolonged periods of time.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy and settled in the childminder's warm and welcoming home. They clearly show the attachment they have to her. There are well-established hygiene routines which children confidently follow. For example, they clean their hands before eating and clean their teeth after lunch and afternoon snack. The childminder praises children often. This helps to raise their confidence, increase their self-esteem and motivate them to keep trying. Children play cooperatively and show good manners. The childminder helps the children to be considerate of others and behaviour is very good. Outings to the park and playgroups give children the opportunity to learn about the world around them. Children's independence is fostered well. They are encouraged to do things for themselves and make choices in their play.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are motivated, eager to learn and they make links in their learning. They explore the environment indoors, following their ideas and leading their own play. Children try hard and persistently attempt to achieve their goals. They are making good progress within the range of development expected for their age. Children acquire the skills and attitudes needed for future learning and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 307821 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 1059520 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 16 October 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1984 and lives in Burnley. She operates all year round from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except 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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