Childminder EY491925

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 January 2017 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 regularly checks and reviews the quality of provision and children's progress. She uses this information to set high expectations and drive ongoing improvement.  Strong partnership working with parents is established by the childminder. She promotes effective sharing of information and keeps parents very well informed of their child's progress.  The childminder provides children with a stimulating learning environment with a range of fun activities she knows they will enjoy. Children have fun as they choose what to play with throughout the day and they explore with confidence and curiosity.  Children form strong bonds and attachments with the childminder and settle in very well. They show a strong sense of belonging as they explore the environment with confidence and make up their own play ideas.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The programme of training and professional development is not highly focused to ensure the quality of teaching and learning is constantly improving.  At times, when children might benefit from thinking through things for themselves, the childminder is too quick to provide the answer.

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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 programme of training and professional development and focus more precisely on making ongoing improvements to the good quality of teaching and learning  provide children with more time to think things through for themselves.

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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 evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  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 took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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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 what to do if she is concerned about the welfare or safety of a child. The childminder uses comprehensive observations and regularly evaluates the progress that children make. She uses this information to ensure that any need for early support can be identified. The childminder accurately plans for what each child needs to learn next, in order to ensure they all make good progress. She provides ideas for enjoyable activities for parents to continue children's learning at home. Strong partnerships with other settings children attend and other professionals support continuity in children's care and learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder works closely with parents and shares information about what children can already do and what they like. This helps the childminder to get to know children well and plan activities that provide interest and enjoyment. Children develop good early literacy skills and enjoy listening to stories. They handle books with care and enjoy feeling the different textures and turning the pages over. Children use good imagination as they take part in role play activities and design their own creations from the variety of materials. The childminder encourages children to talk about their experiences and learn new words. She models and demonstrates activities while providing a running commentary. She shows children how to wash a doll and helps them to put on its shoes. Children are keen to join in and have a go. They are developing the skills and attitudes that promote future learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder establishes children's care needs and routines by working closely with parents. She provides a warm and welcoming environment and helps children to feel confident and self-assured. The childminder is a good role model and gives clear explanations of expectations. Children listen attentively to instructions and understand what is expected of them. They behave very well and develop a growing respect and consideration for the feelings of others. Children's emotional and physical well-being are supported well. They learn to make healthy choices and how to keep themselves safe. Children's self-care and independence are promoted effectively. They develop confidence in their own abilities and celebrate their achievements together.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident to take on a challenge and try new things. They are keen to explore and experiment and ask for help when needed. Children are articulate talkers and express their own views and ideas well. They are active and independent learners who have an eager disposition towards learning. Children thoroughly enjoy their time at the childminder's and enjoy good relationships with others. They are making good progress and developing the skills to prepare them to be ready for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY491925 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 1022836 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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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 2015 and lives in Chipping, Preston. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Tuesday to Thursday, and 8am to 5pm on Mondays, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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