Childminder 308309

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 June 2017 17 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 has a good knowledge of the early years foundation stage. She makes precise observations of children's learning and development to plan engaging activities that build on their learning needs.  Children are articulate. The childminder supports their language development effectively. For example, she describes what children are doing, extends their vocabulary and helps young children make links between their language and actions.  Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder keeps parents well informed about their children's learning and care. They work well together to support children's learning at home and in the setting.  The childminder evaluates and improves her practice well and meets regularly with other childminders to share ideas and practice. She has completed all mandatory training and keeps up to date with new legislation.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not make the best use of all opportunities to encourage children's early mathematical development further.  The childminder does not work closely enough with the other early years settings that children attend, to help support children's learning and care more consistently.

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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

 extend opportunities to encourage and support the development of children's early mathematical skills  strengthen partnerships with other settings that children attend to support a highly consistent approach to children's learning and care.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the areas of the premises used for childminding.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. She observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of the 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

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder understands her responsibilities to protect children from harm and has a secure knowledge of how to report any concerns about children's welfare. The childminder maintains all qualifications, policies and documents needed to underpin good provision. She provides a safe environment for children and her risk assessments help to identify and reduce any hazards. Policies and procedures to help keep children safe are reviewed regularly to ensure they are relevant and up to date. Self-evaluation is effective. The childminder meets with other childminders to share good practice and actively seeks the views of parents to support improvements. She accesses professional development opportunities to keep up to date and improve her skills.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is experienced and uses good teaching skills to encourage children's play and exploration, providing interesting activities and resources. For example, children enjoy observing caterpillars changing into butterflies. The childminder effectively develops the language skills of children of all ages. For instance, she extends their vocabulary by introducing and explaining new words in conversations, and she provides a continuous narrative for younger children. She responds well to their sounds and gestures.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children have good social skills, in readiness for school. They interact with confidence to successfully share their ideas, follow instructions and initiate play. Children enjoy helping out with routines, such as cutting fruit at snack time and they show a sense of responsibility and belonging. The snacks and meals provided are nutritious and well balanced. Children benefit from good opportunities to develop their physical skills. For example, they skilfully use small tools and enjoy plenty of active outside play. The childminder teaches children effectively to respect differences and diversity, for example by exploring their own and other cultures and beliefs.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting points. Children enjoy a range of outings and different experiences outside of the childminder's setting. They have good opportunities to socialise and learn about the differences between themselves and others. For example, they visit local playgroups and farms, zoos, parks and places of interest where they meet and interact with other children and adults. Children develop a wide range of skills needed for their future learning and their eventual move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 308309 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 1090676 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 17 June 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1995 and lives in Fulwood. She operates all year round, from 7am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with her husband, who is her co-childminder. The childminder holds an appropriate 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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