Childminder 301641

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 May 2017 22 June 2015

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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 is constantly striving to improve her skills and knowledge to enhance her professional development. She continues to attend training courses which have a positive impact on children who benefit from very good learning experiences.  The childminder provides a welcoming environment for children to learn and play in. The home is well resourced and toys are easily accessible enabling children to play independently.  The childminder has good relationships with children. She effectively supports them to manage their feelings and teaches them how to behave appropriately. Children learn to respect each other and develop an understanding of the diverse world in which they live.  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 completes regular assessments of children's learning. She uses this

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This provision is good

information to plan play experiences that support children's interests and next steps in learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not yet fully explored a wide range of methods to engage parents more fully in providing comments and feedback to enhance the provision even further.

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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 ways of engaging parents and encouraging them to provide comments and feedback to help drive improvement further.

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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 spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector held a meeting with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through discussion and written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has a good understanding of her role in protecting children from harm. She has good risk assessments in place which are reviewed regularly. Robust policies and procedures underpin the childminder's good practice. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder understands the importance of partnerships with other providers. She builds relationships with the local school and nursery and works closely with them to ensure smooth transitions for children. The childminder understands the benefit of self-evaluation and is committed to improving her practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good knowledge of child development. Observations and assessments ensure any gaps in children's development are identified quickly. The childminder is a good role model. She talks to children constantly, engaging them in meaningful conversations about their play and experiences. The childminder supports mathematical learning. For example, she helps children to make comparisons between empty and full during a water play activity and supports them to count the resources they are using. Children use their imaginative skills well and they play with pretend mobile telephones to call their parents. The childminder skilfully supports this as she interacts with them further, developing their play. There are many opportunities to make marks and children show excellent skills for their age and stage of development. The childminder plans a good range of activities and play experiences that stimulate children's interest and

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

curiosity. For example, children are delighted with the responses created when interacting with different cause and effect toys.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy and confident. Their emotional well-being is supported well. Children have ample opportunities to mix with other children and adults, for instance, during weekly trips to playgroups. The childminder supports children's awareness of healthy lifestyles. For example, children enjoy fresh air and exercise in the garden and learn to wash their hands when necessary. Children's independence is encouraged. For example, they get their own shoes when they are going outside.

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Outcomes for children are good

The childminder knows her children well and their stage of development. Children are well supported in activities. All children make good progress in their learning and development given their starting points and capabilities. They are prepared very well for their next stage in their learning, including their eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 301641 Local authority Blackburn Inspection number 1090527 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 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 22 June 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1999 and lives in Blackburn, Lancashire. She operates all year round, from 7.45am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an 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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Telephone number

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