Childminder 317055

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 25 July 2017 15 May 2014

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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 very experienced childminder organises her home successfully to support children's play and learning. She provides a safe, warm and stimulating environment inside and outdoors. She supplements these experiences with numerous outings in the local community.  All children are well behaved and use impeccable manners. They form a strong relationship with the caring and attentive childminder and eagerly anticipate spending time with her in the family home.  Parents express a high regard for the service provided by the childminder. Children are happy and settled. The childminder works closely with parents and other settings. She holds regular discussions with them to gather information to support children's routines, care, learning and development.  The childminder knows children well. She plans a wide variety of stimulating and interesting activities, taking account of children's age, ability and interests to help them

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This provision is good

to achieve the next steps in their learning. Children make good progress in their learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always make the best possible use of opportunities that arise to help to extend children's mathematical skills.  The childminder does not access a wider range of opportunities to support her ongoing professional development and help her to achieve even higher quality teaching skills.

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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

 make better use of the opportunities that arise to build on and extend children's mathematical skills  seek a wider range of professional development opportunities to enhance practice and provide children with even more inspirational opportunities to learn.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the areas of the childminder's home that are used for childminding.  The childminder checked evidence of the childminder's training and the suitability of all household members.  The inspector observed and discussed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The childminder spoke to children throughout the inspection.  The inspector took account of views and comments provided by a small number of parents during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is confident in her knowledge of what actions to take should she have concerns about any child in her care. Risk assessments are maintained to promote children's safety in the home and for outings. The childminder teaches children to be vigilant outdoors while playing on the beach and crossing the roads. Very effective, friendly, supportive and trusting relationships are established with parents. The regular exchange of information between them and the other settings that children attend enables the childminder to provide continuity of care and learning. Self-evaluation is in place and the childminder regularly liaises with parents and children to gather their views.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder closely interacts with children during their play. She observes and assesses children's development and plans for the next steps in their learning. This information is shared with parents. The childminder engages children in conversations about their experiences with her and at home. This helps to support children's thinking skills and promotes their communication and language development. She listens to what children say and reinforces words to help extend their vocabulary. Children are independent and confident in their abilities. They know their way around the childminder's home and help themselves to resources that meet their interests. Children are developing their large- and small-muscle skills while playing ball games in the garden. They enjoy hand-to-eye coordination activities while using chunky chalks and practise making marks in preparation for writing.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are very happy and settled in the childminder's home. The childminder is a very warm, caring and affectionate practitioner who provides a peaceful and calm atmosphere where everyone is welcomed. Children display a strong sense of belonging and their emotional well-being is effectively supported. Children enjoy regular outings, such as trips to the beach and travel on the train to places of interest. These experiences help children to develop their awareness of their local community and the wider world. Good hygiene practices are closely observed to promote children's good health. Healthy eating is promoted at mealtimes. Children also develop their physical skills through trips to local play parks and soft-play facilities. Children are exceptionally well behaved. They mix well with older children. They learn to share and take turns during games and activities.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are independent, confident and enthusiastic learners. They actively and enthusiastically engage in whatever they are doing and approach activities with a very positive attitude. Children are making good progress in relation to their starting points. They gain the necessary skills they require to succeed in the next stage of their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 317055 Local authority Cumbria Inspection number 1087098 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 2

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1989 and lives in Seascale, Cumbria. She operates all year round from 7.45am to 6pm, 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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