Childminder in Cumberland

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 March 2017 6 November 2013

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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

 Children enjoy learning through play with the childminder. She knows them well and observes what they are interested in, overall. The environment is well resourced, inside and out, and children benefit from a good range of learning opportunities. They make good progress in their learning and development.  The childminder is highly effective at promoting communication, language and thinking skills. She asks very good questions that encourage children to think and solve problems for themselves.  The childminder works in strong partnership with parents and other professionals. She has secure links with the local authority and other local providers. Communication with parents is effective. They are kept fully informed of their children's developmental progress. The childminder engages them well in continuing to support their children's learning at home.  The childminder has a positive and consistent approach to helping children manage

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This provision is good

their behaviour and feelings. She is responsive, calm and patient and children secure emotional attachments with her.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not fully reflect on the quality of teaching or target professional development to raise the overall standard of teaching to an even higher level.  The child minder does not consistently organise activities well enough to fully engage older children and encourage them to develop their concentration.

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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

 sharpen the focus of professional development that strengthens the quality of teaching and outcomes for children  organise activities that help older children remain fully engaged and maintain their concentration.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the premises.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors 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, discussed self-evaluation and viewed 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 knows how to recognise the signs and symptoms of abuse. She has a good understanding of the procedures to follow should she have any concerns about the welfare of a child. The childminder ensures that children are safe and secure in her play environment. Extensive risk assessments help her to minimise any hazards. She teaches children how to manage risk. For example, babies and younger children are taught to manage steps and stairs effectively. The childminder identifies her strengths and areas to develop. She is keen to continue her professional development so that her knowledge and skills continue to improve. However, this has focused more on supporting children's health and well-being rather than helping her to improve her teaching skills.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder makes regular observations of children at play. Generally, she uses her assessments well to plan further activities and build on their learning. She plays alongside children, following their lead and enhancing the environment to add depth to their activities. She encourages children to solve problems. Older children show an interest in playing with emergency vehicles. Where necessary, she intervenes sensitively to prevent them from becoming frustrated, helping them to achieve what they set out to do. She actively listens to children and responds to their requests. Younger children enjoy singing and playing with musical instruments. The childminder gives children the opportunities to explore a piano, teaching new vocabulary, such as, fast, slow, quiet and loud. Children are very happy and self-motivated as they learn and develop an understanding of the world.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder fosters children's emotional and physical well-being effectively. She supports children well in developing their self-care needs. Children are given frequent praise and encouragement. This fosters their self-esteem and good behaviour. She values what children have done, displaying their work and helping them to gain a sense of belonging. The childminder promotes healthy living. Children learn to wash their hands after using the toilet. The childminder helps them to develop an understanding about how to prevent cross-contamination. She discusses with children about making healthy food choices. Children enjoy regular exercise in the garden and engage in movement and rhymes as they create music with the instruments.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning and development in relation to their starting points on entry to the setting. They are acquiring the skills needed in preparation for nursery or school. Children learn to communicate effectively and are becoming confident individuals. They are learning early mathematical skills and take delight in counting as a matter of routine. Children are motivated and enthusiastic, active learners. They develop good physical skills and learn how to build and construct things. They relish taking part in outdoor activities and learn about nature and the environment.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 317050 Local authority Cumbria Inspection number 1064056 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 6 November 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1993 and lives near Egremont, Cumbria. She operates all year round from 7am 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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